University of Bristol Botanic Garden
http://www.bristol.ac.uk/botanic-garden
A four-acre garden founded in 1882 by Adolf Leipner, professor of botany at Bristol University College. Plant collections address the following subject areas: plant evolution, Mediterranean plants, local plants, rare native plants, and useful plants. This garden was founded on an initial budget of £104!
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Drawing in the Glasshouses
Wednesdays, September 3 – November 26, 2014
11 AM – 1 PM
This group drawing class is led by Sheena Vallely in the glasshouses at the garden. The Pick Up a Pencil group (or Pupgroup) is open to artists of all abilities and is designed to enhance drawing awareness and overcome old habits. All materials provided. Limit: 8 students. Cost: £95.00
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Traditional Botanical Drawing & Painting
Mondays, October 6, 2014 – June 8, 2015
1-4 PM
A 21-week course for beginners and those wanting to improve their skills. Taught by Jenny Brooks, this foundation course in botanical illustration will focus on line, texture, tone, watercolor techniques and color mixing. Cost: £360.00 (payable in installments).
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Beetles, Butterflies and Bees
Saturday, October 22, 2014
10 AM – 4 PM
Wildlife and natural history artist, Cath Hodsman, leads this one-day workshop about drawing and painting insects. Participants will use microscopes and other magnifying tools to observe their subjects. Cost: £50.00
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Calligraphy
Saturday, November 22, 2014
10 AM – 4 PM
Learn about lettering and alphabets in this one-day workshop with Roma Widger. Participants will practice round hand and italic scripts and learn how to apply their new skills to greeting cards and bookmarks. Cost: £35.00
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