BOTANICAL ART AND ILLUSTRATION
These inspiring courses build on botanical art techniques in a range of media with a very experienced and enthusiastic tutor.
3 courses of 4 half days
Cost: each course £80
- An Introduction to Botanical Illustration
Course 1
Ideal for those with no previous experience. An introduction to drawing and painting techniques specific to botanical illustration. All materials available on the day.
Days: Monday/Tuesday
Dates: Monday 24/09/07 & 01/10/07,Tuesday 25/09/07 & 02/10/07
Times: 10am-1pm.
Course Reference No: BI/IBI1/07
- Botanical llustration Surgery
For those with some experience of botanical illustration.
This course is designed to help on a one to one basis with the aspects of botanical illustration that many artists find difficult. Each student will complete a major watercolour illustration. Materials available, do bring a 0.5 propelling pencil or HB pencil.
Days: Monday/Tuesday
Dates: Monday 05/11/07 & 19/11/07; Tuesday 06/11/07 & 20/11/07
Times: 10am-1pm
Course Reference No: BI/BIS/07
- An Introduction to Botanical Illustration
Course 2
For those who have completed Course 1, or have a similar basic knowledge of botanical illustration.
This is your opportunity to complete a major botanical illustration in watercolour under class supervision. Looking at study sheets, layout, colour mixing and all aspects to achieve success. Materials available, bring pencils, watercolour paints and brushes.
Days: Monday/Tuesday
Dates: Monday 26/11/07 & 03/12/07; Tuesday 27/11/07 & 04/12/07
Times: 10am-1pm
Course Reference No: BI/IBI2/07
- Abstract Painting using Plant Forms as Inspiration
Compare intentions of Fine Art, Botanical Illustration and Abstract Art. Create own abstract paintings and collages. We will look at the work of some of the principal exponents of abstract painting an use their widely differing approaches to create work .This course will be serious fun! Materials available.
Mon/Tues 21/22/01/08 Mon/Tues 28/29/01/08 Days: Monday/Tuesday
Dates: Monday 21/01/08 & 28/01/08; Tuesday 22/01/08 & 29/01/08
Times: 10am-1pm
Course Reference No: BI/AP/08