Bala Plein Air at Floating Bog Islands, Bala
September 17 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
This location is a treasure trove for field naturalists and full of colour for artists who wish to embrace fall scenery in Muskoka. This large property is home to blue herons and beavers includes a series of unnamed lakes and the unique phenomena of floating islands. Fall colour will likely be spectacular and bugs a distant memory.
Plein air artists are used to clouds changing and moving across the sky – no problem. But you can count on the islands across the lake staying put while you commit them to canvas… or wait can you??? Not here. These unique bog and moss islands move around the lake.
DIRECTIONS: This location is very close to Bala and not far from the Bala Water Tower visible from Hwy #38. Google Map link here. Parking is available on the property, but carpool is recommended if you can. More details about getting here will be shared with our group in the email a few days ahead of this one.
WHAT TO BRING: Your own art supplies, an easel and chair if you like. Dress in layers for fall weather. Boots and pants are highly recommended as this is area is a busy habitat for wildlife. You will need your own water and any snacks. We appreciate the invitation to this private property and will mindful of our impact and not leaving anything behind. Washrooms on the property are available.
PALETTE SUGGESTIONS: Green gold, magenta red, burnt sienna, violet, burnt umber and ultramarine blue.