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Illustrator for National Park Service Celebrates Desert Flora

Posted in botanical art, general botany, Learning Opportunities on December 13, 2010|

Now at Classes Near You > California:


University of California, Riverside
UCR Extension

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Drawing Plants at a Theoretical & Practical Level

Posted in botany, Learning Opportunities on December 13, 2010|

New Course at Classes Near You > England:


Lewis Hamart House, London
www.lewishamarthouse.co.uk
The Lewis Hamart House once served as the central library of Deptford. Designed by architect Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas (1868-1948) and funded by Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919), this former library is now features a public gallery and studio space for professional artists. Artist studios are open to the public once per year. Exhibitions in the gallery are open to the public year-round, free of charge.

    From Plant Life…An Introduction to Botanical Illustration
    Mondays, January 24 – April 4, 2011; 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
    Taught by practicing artist and qualified botanist, Alison Day, this ten-week workshop provides an opportunity to learn about the art and science of plant drawing at a theoretical and practical level. The course is designed for beginners and people who would like to update existing knowledge. Participants must bring a sketchbook and basic materials. Additional course details and registration information are available here.

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Botanical Art History, Garden Treasures at UC Berkeley

Posted in botanical art, general botany, Learning Opportunities on December 6, 2010|

The University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley announces an updated course schedule at Classes Near You > California.


University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley
http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu/
This 34-acre garden was established in 1890 and is now a non-profit research garden and museum. The botanical art classes below are taught by Lee McCaffree and Catherine Watters . Download a detailed schedule for October 2010 – January 2011 here.

  • Garden Strollers: Tours for Parents with Young Children
    Wednesday, December 8, 2010; 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm. A 45-minute tour of the garden for adults with young children (3 and under). Tour will end on the lawn for play and snacks (bring your own). Children must be in a stroller or carrier during the tour. FREE with garden admission. Meet in front of the Garden Shop. For more information, call (510) 642-7082 or email garden@berkeley.edu.
  • Winter Botanicals as Paintings – Friday and Saturday,
    December 10 & 11, 2010; 10 am-4 pm each day. We invite you to participate in our Fall series of classes in botanical illustration with the talented instructor Lee McCaffree. Take a break from the busyness of the holidays to explore the colors of winter through the painting of botanical subjects. Berries, evergreens, cones and dried plants are exciting subjects from the Garden. Use paint or colored pencils to capture the beauty in a painting of your own. Each student will work at his/her own level. A materials list will be posted on the website. Cost: $160 non-members, $150 members. Register for two or more classes and receive $10 off each.
  • Conifers and Caryota, A Few of My Favorite Things – Thursday, December 16, 2010; 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm. See plants you’ve never noticed before! Chris Carmichael, the Garden’s Associate Director of Collections and Horticulture, will lead a unique tour through the Garden. Get an insider’s look at the Garden’s often unnoticed treasures.
    Cost: $10 (free for members)
  • 2nd Annual Plants Illustrated Exhibition – Saturday, January 8, 2011- Thursday, January 27, 2011. Display of botanical artwork sponsored by the Northern California Association of Botanical Artists. Free with garden admission.
  • Botanical Garden Docent Training – January 10 – April 18, 2011; Mondays & Thursdays from 1 – 4 pm. Teach school children and the general public about plants and the natural environment. Training is provided by horticultural staff, experienced docents, plant specialists at UC Berkeley and plant specialists from the surrounding community. There are 24 training sessions. Cost: $250. For more information and to apply, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at (510) 643-1924 or email perry@berkeley.edu.
  • Botanical Art Through the Ages – Thursday, January 20, 2011;
    2:00 pm – 3:30 pm. Botanical artist Catherine Watters will present a collection of prints, slides, and other media highlighting the work of Pierre-Joseph Redouté and Maria Sibylla Merian. Her presentation about the history of botanical art will also touch on Tulipmania and the Age of Exploration. FREE with garden admission.
  • Introduction to Botanical Art – Saturday and Sunday, February 12 & 13, 2011; 10 am – 4 pm each day. We invite you to participate in our Fall series of classes in botanical illustration with the talented instructor Catherine Watters. This two-day class will teach you to observe, measure and draw plants in great detail with botanical accuracy. Work with graphite, colored pencils and watercolor. A materials list will be posted on the website.Cost: $160 non-members, $150 members. Register for two or more classes and receive $10 off each.

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Botanical Drawing Classes at the University of Michigan Announced

Posted in botanical art, drawing, Learning Opportunities on December 6, 2010|

Now at Classes Near You > Michigan and Classes Near You > Ohio:


Deborah Kopka, DK Designs
www.dkdesigns.org
Botanical illustrator, Deborah Kopka is the principal artist at DK Designs. Deborah licenses her artwork, creates illustrations for publishers, and teaches botanical art classes through her design studio. Unless otherwise specified, all workshops are taught at Edgerton Art in Perrysbury, OH.

  • Botanical Drawing I: Graphite – Saturdays, January 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2011; 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Learn how to create botanical drawings in graphite. Learn how to apply illustration techniques used by scientific illustrators and how to create graceful compositions. Location: University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Register Here
  • Botanical Drawing II: Colored Pencil – Saturdays, March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9, 16, 2011; 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Create beautiful botanical drawings with colored pencils. Students will work from live plant specimens and practice techniques used by colored pencil artists. Location: University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Register Here
  • Botanical Drawing II: Colored Pencil – Mondays, January 10, 17, 24, 31; February 7, 14, 21, 28, and March 7, 14, 2011; 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. This 10-week class concludes with a three-week project. Students select their own project. Location: Edgerton Art, 26963 Eckel Road, Ste 301-A, Perrysburgh, Ohio. Phone: (419) 290-OILS (6459). Email: edgerton.art@att.net
  • Private Lessons – Receive personalized attention in a customized learning environment. Request Information
  • Schedule a Workshop for Your Organization! Request Information

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Paleobotanical Artist to Teach at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland

Posted in botanical art, Learning Opportunities on December 1, 2010|

New at Classes Near You > Scotland:


University of Aberdeen
Natural History Centre
www.abdn.ac.uk/nhc/
The Natural History Centre works with the university’s Cruickshank Botanic Garden and Zoology Museum to provide engaging learning opportunities for both children and adults.

  • Watercolor & Graphite – December 11, 2010; 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Study watercolor and graphite techniques with paleobotanical artist, Stephen Caine. For more information, contact Stephen Caine or Marie Fish at the Natural History Centre. Learn more about Stephen and paleobotanical art here.
  • Classes for 2011 – A 2011 schedule will be published soon. Specialty classes include a class about graphite and a class about watercolor and vellum.

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Draw Plants of the Northwest at North Seattle Community College

Posted in botanical art, Learning Opportunities, Watercolor on November 29, 2010| 1 Comment »

This eight-week course will prepare you to create scientific illustrations in graphite, pen and ink, colored pencil, or watercolor!

Now listed at Classes Near You > Washington:


Quinn Fitzpatrick
www.quinnfitzpatrick.com
Quinn is an artist, a musician, and a recent graduate of the Natural Science Illustration Program at the University of Washington. His specialties include wild cats, raptors, wild edible plants, and medicinal plants. His chosen media are graphite, watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, and photography.

  • Botanical Illustration
    Tuesdays, January 11 – March 1, 2011; 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
    Learn botanical illustration from naturalist and artist, Quinn Fitzpatrick. Draw and paint Northwest flora while learning classification and identification. Work in graphite, pen and ink, colored pencil or watercolor. Make your own cards, floral prints or scientific plates. Students will complete this course with a wall-ready depiction of their favorite flower. Some drawing experience is helpful. All skill levels are welcome. This class will be taught at North Seattle Community College. Cost: $125. Register online here.

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Illustrators Teach About Birds & Plants at Connecticut’s Yale Peabody Museum

Posted in botanical art, Learning Opportunities on November 22, 2010|

Natural science illustrators announce new classes at Classes Near You > Connecticut:


Connecticut Natural Science Illustrators
In collaboration with the Yale Peabody Museum
www.ctnsi.com

Connecticut Natural Science Illustrators LLC is comprised of professional artists and scientists who have developed educational programs in natural science illustration. The members of CTNSI also provide illustrations, printed material, murals and exhibits addressing environmental and biological topics. The team at CTNSI works with environmental groups, nature centers, schools, and event managers. Download the CTNSI Spring 2011 schedule for more information. All classes are taught at the Yale Peabody Museum Education Center/West Campus, 117 Frontage Road, Orange, CT 06477. Register online at www.ctnsi.com or contact ctnsicontact@gmail.com.

  • Fundamentals of Natural Science Illustration – Wednesdays, February 9 – March 30, 2011; 1-4 PM. All you need is a pencil. Learn to observe and render natural science subjects accurately by applying what you will learn about line, value, proportion, and perspective. Supply list provided. Cost: $275
  • Fundamentals of Natural Science Illustration – Saturdays,
    February 12 – April 2, 2011; 10 AM -1 PM. All you need is a pencil. Learn to observe and render natural science subjects accurately by applying what you will learn about line, value, proportion, and perspective. Supply list provided. Cost: $275
  • Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I – Wednesdays,
    February 9 – March 2, 2011, 1-4 PM. Sketch, draw and paint fresh flowers and plants. Cost: $140
  • Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I – Saturdays,
    April 16 – May 7, 2011; 10 AM – 1 PM. Sketch, draw and paint fresh flowers and plants. Cost: $140
  • Botanical Illustration in Watercolor II – Wednesdays,
    March 9 – March 30, 2011; 1-4 PM. Build upon what you learned in Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I, which a pre-requisite for this course. Learn about backgrounds, composition, and color. Prerequisite: BIW I or previous experience with permission of instructor. Cost: $140
  • Botanical Illustration in Watercolor II – Saturdays,
    May 14 – June 4, 2011; 10 AM – 1 PM. Build upon what you learned in Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I, which a prerequisite for this course. Learn about backgrounds, composition, and color. Prerequisite: BIW I or previous experience with permission of instructor. Cost: $140
  • Botanical Oil Painting – Saturdays, February 12 – April 2, 2011;
    10 AM – 1 PM. Systematic study of the methods and procedures used by 17th-century Dutch flower painters. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Natural Science Illustration or permission of the instructor. Cost: $275
  • Pen & Ink I: Basic Techniques – Wednesdays, April 13 – May 4, 2011;
    1 – 4 PM. Master techniques used in scientific illustration using crow quill and technical pens. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Natural Science Illustration or permission of instructor. Cost: $275
  • Pen & Ink II: Natural Science Specimens – Wednesdays,
    May 11 – June 1; 1 – 4 PM. Illustrate subjects from the Peabody’s museum collection. Create a note card or business card using the completed image. Prerequisite: Pen & Ink I or permission of instructor. Cost: $140.
  • Natural Science Illustration in Mixed Media – Wednesdays,
    April 13 – June 1, 2010; 1 – 4 PM. Capture birds, plants, reptiles, and other wildlife on paper with scientific accuracy. Learn how to combine different media so that they are suitable for publication. Previous experience helpful. Completion of Fundamentals of Natural Science Illustration is recommended. Cost: $275
  • Drawing and Painting Birds – Saturdays, April 16 to June 4, 2011;
    10 AM – 1 PM. Avian anatomy, field sketching, and drawing from mounted specimens and skins are the focus of this class. Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Natural Science Illustration. Cost: $275

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