Wandering Rivers & Nameless Mountains Drawing the Arctic
Reservations
Special Instructions
This program will be open to all ages, and no registration is required for attending the program in person. It will also be live-streamed via Zoom. To view it via Zoom, you’ll need to register in advance. To do so, please click on this link and enter your name and email address: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p-K3cUi1ReioDtcdPMZvzA
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. We hope you can join us either in person or via Zoom!
Pricing
- Cost: Free
Location
Mather Auditorium
In 2019, North Yarmouth wildlife artist Michael Boardman was selected to be the artist-in-residence for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Northern Alaska. The landscape has become embedded in Michael’s focus and artwork, and he has returned several times to explore the natural history of the Refuge, recording his experiences through sketching.
In May, 2019, Michael had planned to make a presentation for York County Audubon on his residency, but they had to cancel it due to Covid. The following month, he did their first Zoom program. Since then, he has returned to the Arctic several times, and York County Audubon is delighted to host him in person this time (and also on Zoom!). He’ll share his latest adventures in the Arctic, telling stories of animals, geology, human history and why we should care about this endangered landscape.
About the Presenter
Michael Boardman is known for his watercolor bird portraits and nature journal sketches. He has connected his art to wildlife science through artist residencies at Acadia National Park, Hog Island Audubon Camp, Glacier Bay National Park, in addition to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska. He is also the owner and artist of Coyote Graphics, creating nature based garments from his artwork.
