Dave Leiker: Practicing Art and Contemplation / A Creek Walk with Musings on Creativity in Daily Life 

Sun. August 28th, 2022, 1:30-3 p.m.
Pioneer Bluffs, 695 KS-177, Matfield Green, KS 66862

The process of artistic expression can be a rewarding tool for exploration and self-discovery. This session will take the form of a nature walk along Crocker Creek as the artist nurtures a discussion of the place of creativity in our daily life, and also shares the forces that have shaped his own work through the past forty years, including both human studies and contemplations of the natural world.

The walk is approximately half-mile and involves an easy creek crossing and goes into riparian areas that have some poison ivy, although the trail is maintained. Loose fitting, long pants and long-sleeves are advisable. Bring a hat, sunscreen, bug spray and a refillable water bottle. Modern restroom facilities will be open in the granary. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic and linger. Crocker Creek is the unofficial “beach” and swimming hole for Matfield Green residents. It’s a little dry this week but still great for exploration and wading.

Just for fun, after the nature walk, Dave will show his home grown, 50s-style sci-fi production, “Killer Mutant Deer from Outer Space”. Much of the movie was filmed on the grounds of Pioneer Bluffs.

Maximum guests: 20