The Nature Artists’ Guild of The Morton Arboretum is excited to sponsor a presentation by a master of drawing and illustration, Cynthia Hellyer Heinz on August 6, 2026.

After earning a Master of Fine Arts at Northern Illinois University, Cynthia Hellyer Heinz began her long career at the university teaching and mentoring students in drawing and design.

Cynthia will share some of her insights and skills in her presentation, The Poetry of the Crone in the Woods, at The Morton Arboretum on the evening of Thursday, August 6, 2026 from 7 until 9.

The use of color pencils is the primary tool which lends itself to details and the exploration of nuance in color and light. There is a narrative on the surface of the paper as it erupts into the images. Stories unfold and are shared by the exercise of drawing. I look forward to sharing the how, what, and why of my work as an artist, story teller and teacher.

– Cynthia Hellyer Heinz

This program will be open to the public with no charge for attendance, admission to the Arboretum, or parking. Registration is not required, and visitors can let the gate attendant know they are there for the program to be directed to the Thornhill Education Center.

A door prize, delicious light refreshments, and plenty of seating will add to the enjoyment of the evening!