Outdoor Painting Session: Darwin’s Theory

Art, history, and the outdoors come together in this plein air class inspired by one of Anchorage’s classic neighborhood gathering spaces. From its beginnings as a dry town during Prohibition through today’s craft brewery boom, Anchorage’s history of bars, breweries and social gathering spaces reflects stories of community, change and culture. During "Outdoor Painting Session: Darwin’s Theory," participants will explore stories connected to the city’s evolving bar and brewery culture with Anchorage Museum educators before joining local artist Don Kolstad to sketch and paint a scene inspired by one of Anchorage’s classic neighborhood bars, Darwin’s Theory. Please dress for the weather, as the class will be held rain or shine. Open to ages 21+.$80 material fee. Registration required. This event is organized in conjunction with Everyday Anchorage: Duke Russell & Ward Wells, now on view on the fourth floor.1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, Darwin's Theory, 426 G St.About the artist Don Kolstad was born in Southern California in 1952. In 1982, Don decided to make art his full-time focus and moved to Alaska, inspired by the region’s beauty. The last several years Don has been teaching watercolor, drawing, oil classes and giving workshops along with his work in the studio and Plein Air painting.