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Author and illustrator, Sarah Simblet, will lead a studio course in botanical drawing July 8-12, 2013 at the Ruskin School of Drawing & Fine Art at the University of Oxford.

Inspired by her book Botany for the Artist, this special learning opportunity includes:

Learning how Sarah researches, collects and works with plants in her studio.

A tour of the University of Oxford Botanic Garden.

An opportunity to draw in the Garden and learn how to work outdoors.

A study of lines, marks and gesture.

A study of shape, length, volume and form.

A study of light, tone, optical illusions, linear perspective.

A study of paper and how to create a field sketchbook.

An opportunity to view the original work of Ferdinand Bauer.

To download the course itinerary and to register, visit the Botanical Drawing page on the Ruskin School website.

Sarah’s intensive drawing course will inspire confidence in beginners and refresh the work of more experienced artists. No previous experience needed. Basic materials are provided. Participants completing the course will leave with a portfolio of experimental and traditional drawings and skills relevant to both fine art practice and botanical illustration.

Cost: £750.00 (convert currency)

More About Sarah Simblet

• Book Review: Botany for the Artist
• Behind-the-scenes with Sarah Simblet

This information can also be found at Classes Near You > England.