Sketch & Scribe ~ a practical workshop with Kate Rutter & Krissy Kludt

Come outside and play!

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Join this interactive session to refresh, to renew, and to revel in nature as you explore how word and image can deepen our connection with the natural world.

In this guided workshop, we’ll use poetry and sketches to open our senses and to engage with the outdoors in personal and imaginative ways. You’ll use simple prompts for poetic writing, practice markmaking and drawing to see more deeply, and explore how combining word and image can amplify your connection to the nuance and beauty of this wild Earth. There will be opportunities to share your work (if desired), to ask questions, and to have quiet time in nature.

You’ll leave with a collection of generative writings and drawings, as well as a more refined piece: a personal Calling Card to nature that records and celebrates your experience.

Each participant receives two books as part of the registration fee.

• I Could Walk Forever and Know So Little: Krissy’s debut poetry collection published by Green Writers Press in March of 2026.
• Bay Area Botanical, a full-color illustrated guide that introduces 26 plants native to the Bay Area of California, published in December 2025.
• The authors will be available to sign their books, if desired.

No experience necessary; all are welcome!

Good to know

• The event takes place outside in the light and air of Point Molate, a nature reserve tucked into the North side of the San Francisco Bay, with wonderful views of the Bay and the Richmond Bridge.
• This small-group experience has only 17 spots available.
• Please bring a water bottle and a chair, blanket, or pad to sit on, and dress appropriately for the weather (bring an umbrella in case it’s rainy.)
• We recommend sun protection, bug spray, and closed-toe shoes, no flip-flops.
• Restrooms (accessible Porta potties) are available on site, but no potable water.
• You may wish to bring a snack or lunch and enjoy exploring the area after the session.

Please bring:

• Writing materials (pen or pencil; paper, journal, or sketchbook)
• A chair, blanket, or pad to sit on
• Walking shoes
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• An umbrella if it’s rainy!
• Water and snacks as needed
• Feel free to bring your fave materials for writing/drawing/sketching outdoors.
• Your enthusiasm and energy

See you there!