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Below is a list of botanical art classes at Farncombe. Many of their other drawing and painting classes may be of interest to botanical artists. Be sure to click on the last link to see the complete schedule.
Now at Classes Near You > England:
Farncombe Estate, Cotswolds
www.farncombeestate.co.uk
A 300-acre privately-owned parkland in the Cotswolds. Host to weekend classes in a wide variety of subjects. There is even a bed-and-breakfast option! Follow their blog or become a fan of their Facebook page to learn more about this unique learning opportunity.
- Botanical Illustration for Beginners & Improvers – June 3-5, 2011. A fun and relaxing course for people who like to record plants and flowers. No previous experience in art or botany necessary. View details
- Botanical Basics (painting) – July 22-24, 2011. Learn how to break down a painting project into manageable pieces. The basics of botanical painting will be learned. Take a sketch from drawing to painting. View details
- Botanical Illustration – Drawing and Painting Autumn Fruit & Fungi – October 7-9, 2011. Learn to capture the colors of autumn! This course about fruit & fungi is for anyone who likes to create detailed observations in pencil and watercolor. View details
- Capturing the Natural World in Graphite Pencil, Colored Pencil or Pastel – November 12, 2011; 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Choose the medium that interests you the most and learn how to produce realistic depictions from the natural world. View details
- Tonal drawing, sketchbooks and more! – View all classes
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