Kimberlee Hummel
Kimberlee Hummel is a history and art teacher who has worked with students of all ages for the past 20 years. She is passionate about fostering creativity, experiential learning, and exploration of the natural world. She received her BFA in photography from the Pacific Northwest College of Art with additional emphasis in printmaking, ceramics, and art history. She lives in Olympia, WA, and is currently exploring fiber arts and mixed media. In her free time, Kimberlee can be found outdoors adventuring, enjoying a good book, or participating in community events.
Events with Kimberlee Hummel
Art Immersed in NatureAugust 4 - 9, 2026
August 4-9 (Tuesday Dinner – Sunday breakfast) Immersed in Nature: Cyanotype Print, Watercolor, and Guided Forest Walks Join us for a program of nature-inspired art. Explore new media and expand your relationships with art through your connection to nature. Through guided mindfulness walks, we will gain inspiration and reconnect with our sense of playfulness and wonder. Drawing inspiration from nature, we will explore the techniques of watercolor and cyanotypes, discovering how they complement each other. We’ll explore how nature influences art-making and how our art can impact our appreciation of nature. All skill levels are welcome, learn something new, or share your knowledge. Natural Mindfulness Guide (April Claxton) April will introduce you to the practices of forest bathing & nature mindfulness. Not simply a walk in the woods, it is a conscious and contemplative practice of being immersed in the sights, sounds, textures, and smells of the forest. You will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of practices from walks to nature meditation to seated sketching & journaling. Most walks will be silent in order for you to deepen your connection to the forests of Indralaya. We also move slowly and deliberately, which means they are appropriate for…
