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Kathleen McKeehen, Scientific Illustrator
Kathleen is a teacher and freelance illustrator. Her work has appeared in Organic Gardening Magazine and The Herb Companion. View Kathleen’s artwork in the ASBA Members’ Gallery or at the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators’
Science-Art.com. Kathleen welcomes both beginners and advanced students to her classes.
Painting Birds with your Botanicals
Wednesdays, January 16-February 13, 2013 (10:00-1:00)
Winslow Art Center, Bainbridge Island
Birds are a natural accompaniment to botanical paintings, and make good “stand alone” subjects as well. We’ll cover some basic drawing methods for capturing their anatomy accurately, and then use classic dry brush watercolor technique to portray them realistically and three-dimensionally. All levels welcome. For more information: (206) 618-3112 or www.winslowartcenter.com
Painting Nature
Fridays, January 18 – March 22, 2013 (1:30-4:30)
Gage Academy of Art, Seattle
The classic dry brush watercolor method is excellent for portraying other natural science subjects besides the botanical; feathers, shells, bones, stones–all lend themselves well to the precise and accurate technique. Basic techniques on simple botanical subjects will be taught, and students can select either botanical or other natural subjects on which to practice these techniques. All levels welcome.
Cost: $430. View Details/Register
Botanical Drawing
Fridays, January 18-March 22, 2013 (9:30-12:30)
Gage Academy of Art, Seattle
The basics of drawing will be covered, beginning with using line expressively to portray botanical subjects, then progressing to use of various methods of shading to show form and three-dimensionality. While the class focuses on plant subjects, the methods and techniques taught work well for rendering any subject realistically. All levels welcome; intermediate students can take on more complicated subjects with instructor supervision. Cost: $430 View Details/Register
Botanical Drawing
Mondays, January 28 – March 18, 2013 (7:00-9:30 PM)
Poulsbo Parks & Recreation
Beginning with measurement techniques, observational skills, and the unique requirements of botanical art, the class teaches the use of line, then shading to accurately and beautifully render botanical subjects. While focusing on plants, the methods learned apply to any realistic rendering, and are an excellent preparation for the botanical watercolor class. Cost: $129. Download Adult Programs guide (see page 33).
Painting the Pine Cone in Watercolor
Weekend Workshop, February 9-10, 2013 (9:30 – 4:30)
Gage Academy of Art, Seattle
Explore classic botanical watercolor techniques of small graded washes and dry brush. Beginners may practice on simpler cones, while more the more experienced may tackle complex specimens. Cones are supplied, but feel free to bring other cone specimens that interest you. All levels welcome.
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Botanicals in Watercolor: Painting the Produce Section
Weekend Workshop, March 2-3, 2013 (9:30 – 4:30)
Gage Academy of Art, Seattle
Explore important basics for botanical painting from measurement, drawing and preparing the painting surface to understanding how lighting reveals form. Learn to use flat and graded washes and apply dry-brush technique as well. You work with simple subjects from the grocery store, such as mushrooms, peppers and squashes, as you gain confidence in the traditional techniques of botanical watercolor, then move on to larger, more complex subjects. Appropriate for all levels; intermediate students can select more challenging subjects.
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Botanical Drawing
Tuesdays, January 22 – March 6, 2013 (7:00-9:30 PM)
The Center for Urban Horticulture, Seattle
Pencil is an excellent medium for botanical illustration, and drawing a good preparation for those planning to continue on to botanical watercolor. Students will learn measurement and observational skills, as well as how to handle line and use shading techniques to show the effects of light on form, resulting in a realistic, accurate, and beautiful rendering. All levels are welcome, and repeating students can take on more advanced subjects with plentiful instructor supervision. For more information: (206) 685-8033 or visit Classes page.
More from Kathleen
- Stay tuned for classes at the Bloedel Reserve on Bainbridge Island.
- Also, let me know if you are interested in a studio class in Indianola – it will probably be on Tuesdays, mid-morning to early afternoon.
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BOTANICALS: Environmental Expressions in Art, The Alissa and Isaac M. Sutton Collection is a look at the largest private collection of contemporary botanical paintings in the US. This exhibition of 54 paintings and drawings brings attention to plant life from all over the world and reflects Mr. Sutton’s appreciation for nature.
ArtPlantae Today 