# Event Details - **Event Name**: Conservation Science + Art: Butterflies & Moths with Megan Gnekow - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Learn scientific illustration while exploring the conservation challenges facing California's butterflies and moths.About this EventButterflies and moths, with their intricate wing patterns and iridescence, are key indicators of ecosystem health. Join Megan at the Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation to explore the conservation challenges these species face in California while practicing accurate illustration techniques. Learn how human behavior affects butterflies, moths, and their host plants, and discover steps you can take to help them thrive.The $145 registration fee includes all materials, including scientific specimens and photographs provided by Megan to guide your illustrations. This workshop is accessible to artists of all experience levels.Workshop participants are also invited to explore Megan's exhibit, Illuminating Connections, on display in the Laguna Environmental Center classroom gallery from May–August 2026.Megan Gnekow, B.S., holds a graduate Certificate in Scientific Illustration. She has served as Artist in Residence at Elkhorn Slough and Black Mountain Lookout, received the 2019 Laura Hecox Naturalist Award, and has taught nature drawing and scientific illustration for over 10 years. See her work at www.sevenravensstudio.com.Cancellations made more than 30 days in advance will receive a refund minus a $10 processing fee. Cancellations made 30–7 days in advance are eligible for a 50% refund. No refunds are available for cancellations within 7 days of the workshop. If the Laguna Foundation cancels the workshop, participants will be notified at least one day in advance and will receive a full refund. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-rosa/conservation-science-art-butterflies-and-moths-with-megan-gnekow/100001990994041775 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, science-fair, health-wellness, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 153.24, max: 153.24, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Santa Rosa - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation - **lat**: 38.4260681 - **long**: -122.8216721 - **full address**: Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation, 900 Sanford Rd, Santa Rosa, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Conservation Science + Art: Butterflies & Moths with Megan Gnekow - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/441bcf5d9e9e97efecb86d9371e656a3dec7540401baa84d509757bafc546914-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfdfff3-gmir.jpg?v=1780644691 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Conservation Science + Art: Butterflies & Moths with Megan Gnekow being held? - **A:** Conservation Science + Art: Butterflies & Moths with Megan Gnekow takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation, 900 Sanford Rd, Santa Rosa, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Conservation Science + Art: Butterflies & Moths with Megan Gnekow? - **A:** Conservation Science + Art: Butterflies & Moths with Megan Gnekow is organized by Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Conservation Science + Art: Butterflies & Moths with Megan Gnekow is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Rosa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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