Mass‎ Audubon Field Journal

For centuries, American artists fron Thomas Cole to Frank W. Benson hav been irresistibly drawn to the allure of the Massachusetts landscape. Following in this inspiring tradition, artist Barry Van Dusen has embarked on an ambitious Artist-in-Residence project for the Museum of American Bird Art (MABA) at Mass Audubon.  Barry has traveled across the state, visiting Mass Audubon's wildlife sanctuaries and chronicling the rich and diverse wildlife, habitats, and landscapes. Drawing and painting from direct observation has been an essential part of Barry's artistic practice since his student days. He brings this rich experience to the task of capturing compelling natural history moments at Mass Audubon's treasured sanctuaries.  Now it's your turn. While enjoying just a sampling of Barry's sketches and watercolors, use the blank pages to make your own observations, be it words or drawings. Looking for even more inspiration? Visit blogs. massaudubon.org/takingflight to follow Barry's art-inspired adventures.