Val Webb creates lovely sketchbook journals you don’t want to miss. See her upcoming courses at Classes Near You > Alabama.
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- Botanical Drawing: A Winter Garden – Thursdays, January 13, 20, 27 and February 3, 10, 17, 2011 (6 weeks); 2 – 5 PM. Draw and paint coastal cool-season plants working from live specimens of camellias, day lilies, winter jasmine and the many heirloom vegetable plants that thrive in Alabama’s cold months. Use traditional scientific drawing techniques to create realistic botanicals in pencil, ink, colored pencil and gouache. No experience necessary, all art supplies provided. Cost: $140. Payment may be made by check or credit card, and must be received to hold a place in class. For information, email Val Webb.
- Sketching Birds of the Gulf Coast – Saturday, January 22, 2011;
9 AM – 4 PM. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center. Spanish Fort, AL. Learn to make fast, accurate sketches of coastal bird species in graphite and colored pencil. Practice traditional scientific illustration techniques in a relaxed, encouraging setting. No previous art experience necessary… you’ll be amazed by what you can create! All supplies and instructional materials are provided by the instructor and are included in the cost. Coffee, assorted juices and fresh muffins will be provided during the morning. Pack your lunch, and we’ll take our midday break on the deck overlooking the beautiful Mobile delta. Cost: $45. Class size is limited and this workshop usually fills up quickly. Payment must be received to reserve your spot. Payment may be made by check or credit card, and must be received to hold a place in class. For information, email Val Webb.
ArtPlantae Today 
Would like to contact botanical artists or aspiring botanical artists in Northwestern Arizona for the purpose of exchanging ideas on botanical art.