Fungi in Watercolour: Illustrating the Art and Science of Mushrooms

Fungi in Watercolour: Illustrating the Art and Science of Mushrooms

Adult Painting Class

Join Jess Bamford and learn to capture the details of fungi through watercolour, focusing on their distinctive shapes, colours and textures. We will walk through the process of understanding how to sketch fungal forms and turn them to finished watercolour illustrations. Participants will also gain insights into the growth, biology and ecology of fungi, providing context and understanding of the subjects of illustration.

Artist Bio

Jess is a fungi researcher and mycological illustrator whose work focuses on the ecology and diversity of fungi in the Southern Mount Lofty Ranges through the Wild Webcap Project. Jess authored Wild Webcap: Southern Mount Lofty Ranges Field Guide to Cortinarius, an introductory guide to the world's largest group of fungi. In addition to her research, Jess is the Convenor of the Adelaide Fungal Studies Group, Technical Assistant for Fungimap and founder of the Adelaide Hills Fungi Festival.

Community Centre Contact Details

The Summit Community Centre is open Monday to Thursday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (closed on Fridays and public holidays). For any enquiries, please contact us on 8390 0457 or email thesummit@ahc.sa.gov.au during opening times.

Extreme and Catastrophic Fire Danger Ratings

When an 'Extreme 75+' or Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating is declared for the Mt Lofty Ranges, the Adelaide Hills Council Community Centre's will be closed, and all classes and programs will be cancelled without notice. Any monies paid will either be reimbursed or the course will be rescheduled for a later date.

Current fire danger ratings can be checked here: http://www.bom.gov.au/sa/forecasts/fire-danger-ratings.shtml

FAQ

Where can I park?

Parking is limited at The Summit Community Centre, carpool where possible. An upper carpark and a smaller lower carpark (with one disabled parking space) are available. There is a loading zone for drop offs and unloading a vehicle (refer to map below).

If the event is at night, what do I need to know?

We are in the Adelaide Hills and always encourage a torch or phone with a light in case you can't see. Clothing for cooler weather and an umbrella in winter would be encouraged.

Are there other places I can park?

Yes, along Crescent Drive up to the Norton Summit Primary School. Parking is also located behind Norton Summit CFS. Please take care crossing this road to the community centre. Limited parking is available at The Scenic Hotel (refer to map below).

What facilities are on site?

Toilets (including disabled), baby change table, wide double door entrance into centre, function room, large foyer and patio area, small meeting room and fully equipped kitchen with commercial dishwasher.

Is there disabled access?

Yes, the disabled car park is located in the lower carpark (to the right of the community centre as you drive in). There is an access ramp that leads from the carpark to the entrance of the building.  There is a disabled toilet onsite and our reception desk is at an accessible height for wheelchair users.

Is the community centre inclusive?

Yes, everyone is welcome.  Our centre is LGBTQI+ friendly, dementia friendly and breastfeeding is welcome.

Can I warm a baby bottle, heat my meal up or make a coffee/tea/hot chocolate?

Yes, there is a kettle, microwave and fridge. Water and and hot drinks are available.