Monthly Program: The Art of Seeing Birds with Amber Leung

Join us on Thursday, March 5, at the Bud O'Shieles Community Center for an interactive program, the "Art of Seeing Birds".  Struggling to tell one sparrow from another—or wondering what field marks really matter when birds won’t sit still? Better Birding Through Art offers a fresh, engaging way to level up your birding skills through the power of drawing.  In this interactive program, nature educator and featured 2024 Great Texas Birding Classic artist Amber Leung reveals how simple sketching techniques can dramatically improve observation, memory, and bird identification. By slowing down and drawing what you see, you’ll train your eye to notice avian anatomy, feather groups, posture, and key field marks that often go overlooked in the field.

Participants will take part in guided sketching drills, explore the structure and function of bird forms, and learn how nature journaling can deepen understanding while fostering a stronger connection to conservation. Join in person or online with just paper and pencils—no artistic experience required.
Whether you’re a beginner birder, a seasoned lister, or simply curious about nature, this program offers a creative, memorable way to see birds—and birding—differently. 

About Our speaker:

Amber Leung is the owner of Wild Arts of Texas, where she combines art and science to create meaningful nature education experiences for all ages. As the featured artist for the 2024 Great Texas Birding Classic and a Texas Master Naturalist with over a decade of experience, Amber has worked with Houston Audubon, wildlife rehabilitation centers, and county parks to inspire conservation through creativity.

Coastal Prairie Chapter programs are free and open to the public. This program will be held in-person at the Bud O'Shieles Community Center, 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471 Please plan to arrive at 6:00 pm for refreshments and social time. The program starts at 7pm.

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