Now there are even more opportunities to learn how to use colored pencils in botanical art. The new schedule at the L.A. County Arboretum & Botanic Gardens includes both weekday and weekend classes. Here is what’s new in Southern California:
Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, Arcadia
www.arboretum.org
Courses in introductory botanical drawing, beginning and intermediate watercolor, colored pencil, sketching and Chinese brush painting are taught throughout the year. Go to the Events & Classes for more information. The Arboretum is located in Arcadia, CA. To register, contact Jill Berry or call (626) 821-4624.
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Using Colored Pencil in Botanical Art
Learn the colored pencil techniques used by botanical artists! All levels of experience are welcome. Students will receive a supply list. Pre-registration required. Registrants may bring a lunch or buy lunch at the Peacock Cafe. Both Tuesday and Saturday classes will be offered beginning in May. The Summer/Fall 2012 schedule is as follows:
Tuesdays, 2012
May 1, 8, 15, 22
June 5, 12, 19, 26
July 10, 17, 24, 31
August (No Classes)
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25
Oct 2, 9, 16, 23
Nov (No Classes)
Dec 4, 11, 18 (Dec classes 10:00 AM – 3:15 PM)
These classes will focus on techniques, composition and color mixing. All levels of experience are welcome.
10 AM – 2 PM (includes lunch break)
$255/mo. Arboretum members per month
$275/mo. Non-members per month
Pre-registration required; please call (626) 821-4623
Saturdays, 2012
May 12
June 9
July 14
August 18
September 15
October 13
(No class in Nov.)
December 15
Each individual class will explore flowers, fruits, vegetables and related subjects. Participants will learn how to use colored pencils techniques to achieve beautiful, painterly results. You may register for one class at a time. A supply list will be provided upon registration; you can also bring your lunch or buy it at the Peacock Café.
10 AM – 4 PM, includes a one-hour lunch break (5 hours of class)
$95 Arboretum members per Saturday
$115 Non-members per Saturday
Pre-registration required; please call (626) 821-4623
Cristina Baltayian is a botanical artist with a background in drawing (graphite, charcoal, pen & ink), two-dimensional design, watercolor and colored pencil. Her work has been shown at Filoli, the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Chapman University. She is a member of the Botanical Artists Guild of Southern California and the American Society of Botanical Artists.
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Art Workshop – Mondays. This self-directed workshop (no instructor) provides a supportive, encouraging environment for those who wish to pursue their artistic endeavors in watercolor, graphite, pastels, etc. Both beginning and experienced artists are welcome. It is a wonderful opportunity to develop at your own speed in your own media while being in the company of those with like interests. Each session of eight meetings costs $35 for Arboretum members ($42 non-members). Upcoming sessions: December 5, 2011 – February 6, 2012; February 13—April 2, 2012; April 9—May 28, 2012; June 4—July 23, 2012. Artists meet in the Oak Room from 9:30 – 11:30 AM. To register, contact Jill Berry or
call (626) 821-4624.
And don’t forget about the plants, the garden chats, the inspiring ideas and the marketplace at GROW! A Garden Festival (May 4-6).
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