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Hello! My name is Iliana DiNicola, and I'm a Public Programs Intern at Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. Besides having a strong interest in the environment and nature, I enjoy drawing and being artistic. For this project, I want people to utilize the free space around them, aka nature, and to have some creative fun with it!
Drawing and being outside isn't just a fun activity, but can be beneficial for your health! It has been scientifically proven that being outside can create a more positive mood and better cognitive function. Drawing has health benefits such as strengthening problem solving skills, and bringing out more creativity overall. For this mini-project, I have three photos of different Pittsburg parks with some lovely scenery, and a step-by-step guide on how to draw the three photos. Each photo will have three different drawing levels: beginner, intermediate, and expert, and you (the artist) can choose whichever level you feel most comfortable at. After drawing a photo, I challenge you to go to a nearby park, take a photo of some lovely scenery, and to use the steps learned in this activity and to draw some Pittsburgh nature. |