The Art and Science of Soil: Workshop and Talk with Kirsten Kurtz
Free and open to the public (registration required). Cornell soil scientist and soil artist Kirsten Kurtz leads a hands-on soil painting workshop and a companion talk on soil science and soil health.
On Friday, April 24, Cornell soil scientist and professional soil artist Kirsten Kurtz will lead a soil painting workshop featuring multiple canvases and a wide range of soil paints showcasing colors from across the country. On Saturday, April 25, Kurtz will present an overview of soil science related to soil health management in agricultural systems, addressing historical soil degradation in the U.S., preservation and remediation methods, and how she uses soil painting as a communication tool.