#  Painting with Insects-SOLD OUT 

 



####  calendar\_today Date and Time 

 **October 19, 2024** 

 09:30AM - 11:30AM EDT 

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 **Harvard Museum of Natural History, Classroom B (Third Floor)**  



 

 



 

   ![A historical scientific illustration of cochineal insects on a cactus.](/sites/g/files/omnuum4986/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/hmnh/files/image3_01.png?itok=ZM0cLrqI) 

 

 In Person Workshop

 Instructor: teaching artist and science writer, Rachel Mirus

 $40 members / $50 nonmembers

 **This class is full. Please email** [**Reservations**](mailto:hmnhreserve@hmsc.harvard.edu) **to be added to the waitlist.**

 For centuries artists looked to natural sources to get their paint. A few spectacular, and famous, colors are made from insects. Rachel Mirus will introduce some of the fascinating history around these dye sources and lead an ink-making exploration using cochineal. Students will have time to work on an art project prompt, inspired by the history and natural history of these insect dyes. The class will be limited to 12 participants, allowing ample time for individual feedback. All skill levels are welcome.

 *Image Credit: Historical scientific illustration*



 

 



 

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