Drawing with Rocks

Drawing with Rocks
Sunday, September 27, 2026
10 AM to 12:30 PM

Location: 
Belle Isle, Detroit 
Lighthouse trail parking lot 

Join artist Cyrah Dardas on a color finding sensory walk on Belle Isle’s Lighthouse trail 

Together we'll slow down, wander and collect things, discovering the hidden colors living inside leaves, flowers, stones, bark, and seeds. Along the way, children and caregivers will experiment with simple natural pigment-making techniques and create artwork using the materials of the island itself. 

Who is this for?
Families with children (recommended ages 1–6) and anyone who enjoys exploring nature together. 

What to Bring

• Clothes you don't mind getting a messy + wet 
• Closed-toe shoes for walking 
• Water bottle 
• Sun protection 
• A sense of wonder 
• A snack (probably to share) 

All art materials will be provided. 

Together we'll explore...
The many shades of green 

Can a rock draw? 

What stories are hidden inside a seed? 

At the end of our adventure, every participant will take home their own nature-inspired artwork and help create a collective color palette documenting Belle Isle in this particular season.

This program is facilitated by artist Cyrah Dardas as part of the Local Colors series, an ongoing body of work exploring ecology, natural pigments, and the colors that emerge from place.