Wyland’s Whale and Dolphin Adventure Art Lessons in the Wild
Passengers will learn how marine wildlife continues to inspire Wyland to create some of the most well-known art pieces of our time, while children will receive an art lesson from Wyland himself via a video feed.
“The first time I saw a whale in the wild, it changed my life,” Wyland said. “It inspired me to become an artist and an advocate for marine life conservation. This partnership with Dana Wharf is part of our effort to encourage people to see the marine life off the Orange County coast in entirely new ways and introduce the next generation to this beautiful ecosystem.”
The adventure includes pre-boarding at 9am and each child participating will be entered into a contest to win prizes. Children ages 3-12, who take the art lesson (with a $5 donation) will receive a free whale watching ticket at the end of the session.
The free trip must be used that day at 10 am and must be accompanied by an adult who has pre-purchased a whale-watching ticket.
The Wyland Foundation’s mission is to empower children to become more creative, positive, and solution-oriented stewards of our ocean and waterways through public art programs, classroom education, and community events.
All art submissions will be judged by Wyland himself (in three age categories, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12), with multiple winners and a grand prize winner. The grand prize is a 45″x 26.5″ framed, limited edition signed and numbered giclee on paper of Wyland’s “Celebrate the Sun,” valued at more than $3,500.
Nearby Laguna Beach is the location of the Wyland Art Gallery. Wyland has also partnered with the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel for “Whales, Wonders, and Wyland,” which includes a display of more than 25 original paintings and sculptures throughout the resort.
Dana Wharf and Wyland also have several other surprises for visitors during the season. Trips will sell out and advance reservations are required. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Wyland’s Foundation. Gray Whale season has begun and through the end of April. So far this season sightings are at 30-year high!
“We are so proud to offer this program to kids. By combining Wyland’s art lesson with a whale watching adventure, kids are able to connect the dots between are and nature, seeing the mammals they just drew out in their natural environment,” said Donna Kalez, general manager of Dana Wharf. “We are proud to be exclusively endorsed by Wyland and thrilled to continue our partnership and this program that’s growing every year.”
Dana Wharf and The Wyland Foundation have entered into a partnership to offer the most unique and creative experience on the water.
Saturday’s January 24th – April 25th !!
Art Lesson & VIP Boarding 9am – 9:45am
Whale Watching 10am – 12pm
Pre-Purchase Art Lesson
$5 donation includes Art Lesson and 2-hour whale watching adventure package for children ages 3-12.
(*Children must be accompanied by a paying adult – with up to 2 children allowed per adult.)
$45 Adults; $25 Kids 12 and under (Without Art Lesson Participation)
Running every Saturday January – April, from 9am – noon, book here participants get an art lesson presented by Wyland, via video feed, then continue the adventure with a 2-hour whale watching trip – all on Dana Wharf’s flagship 95 ft. vessel, the Dana Pride. All children’s artwork will be entered into a contest to win prizes including the GRAND PRIZE of a framed limited edition signed and numbered giclee on paper of Wyland’s “Celebrate the Sun” valued at over $3,500!
2014 WINNERS CHOSEN BY WYLAND
Renowned artist signed & framed each winner’s artwork. 200 participants enjoyed the lesson and whale watching adventure.
Josie Burke, 8, is the Grand Prize Winner of the 2014 Wyland’s Whale and Dolphin Adventure Art Lessons in the Wild sponsored by Dana Wharf Whale Watching. Burke’s rendition of Wyland’s lesson won her the coveted framed limited edition, signed and numbered Giclee on Paper of Wyland’s “Tails of Great Whales” valued at over $1,000!
“Josie’s piece is beautifully done. She has great lines, proportion and depth and she captured the spirit of the magnificent mammal.” Said Wyland.
ABOUT THE WYLAND FOUNDATION
Founded by renowned environmental artist Wyland, the Wyland Foundation has helped children and families around the nation to rediscover the importance of healthy oceans and waterways through public art programs, classroom science education, and live events. The foundation gives children the tools they need to become more creative, positive, and solution-oriented. The foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and has worked directly with more than one million children since its inception in 1993.
Kelly Farlow
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching
