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Bones, Birds & Botanicals with Kathleen McKeehan

Posted in botanical art, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities on April 9, 2013|

Looking for classes in the Seattle area?

Here is the latest at Classes Near You > Washington:


Kathleen McKeehen, Scientific Illustrator
www.florawithfauna.com
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.

    Bugs, Bones, and Birds
    April 17 – May 22, 2013
    Wednesdays, 10 AM -1:00 PM
    Winslow Art Center, Bainbridge Island

    While dry-brush watercolor is the most frequently used method in botanical painting, it’s also the perfect to use when portraying other natural science subjects. Learn to paint insects, skulls, bones, and birds using the classic dry technique to portray these subjects realistically and in three dimensions. Individuals preferring to work on botanical subjects can do so. All levels welcome. Cost: $230
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    Blooming Gardens
    April 12 – June 14, 2013
    Fridays 1:30-4:30 PM
    Gage Academy of Art, Seattle

    Learn the classical method for botanical painting — dry-brush watercolor. Measurement, washes, dry-brush techniques, composition. Methods and materials will be covered as students learn to portray botanical subjects. Emphasis will be on the flowers of spring. All levels welcome; returning students can choose to work on projects independently with supervision. Cost: $430
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    Botanical Drawing
    April 12 – June 14, 2013
    Fridays 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Gage Academy of Art, Seattle

    The basics of drawing will be covered, beginning with the expressive use of line to portray botanical subjects, then progressing to use 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
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    Botanical Painting
    April 16 – May 7, 2013
    Tuesdays 7:00-9:30 PM
    The Center for Urban Horticulture, Seattle

    Dry-brush watercolor is a classical method of portraying botanical subjects. Learn the basics — measurement, handling light on form, washes, dry-brush application, color mixing, etc. — to portray various botanical subjects in a realistic way. All levels are welcome, and repeating students can take on more advanced subjects with plentiful instructor supervision. Cost: $260
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    Botanical Watercolor Workshop
    Saturday, May 18, 2013
    9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
    Kruckeberg Botanic Garden, Shoreline, WA

    Learn the basics of botanical watercolor in a one-day workshop at the beautiful Kruckeberg Botanic Garden in Shoreline, WA. Cost: $125 nonmembers, $100 KBGF Members.
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David Valbrecht Invites You to Learn from Leaves

Posted in botanical art, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events on April 5, 2013|

Go to Arnold Arboretum Art Shows

Go to Arnold Arboretum


Learning from Leaves by David Valbracht
April 6 – June 9, 2013
Landscape architect David Valbracht turned to botanical illustration to develop a better method for identifying trees. A guest researcher at the Arboretum, David gathers plant samples from his studies in the collections and arranges them in his studio as they grew in life. The “tree portraits” he creates emphasize drawing as a method to develop observation and identification skills, and at the same allow for personal expression. The exhibition of his work features a thirty-foot mural illustrating over 100 species of trees. Valbracht studied landscape architecture at Harvard University, botanical art at the Wellesley College Botanical Garden, and is currently attending the Academy of Realist Art, Boston.

Visitors to David’s show will have the opportunity to meet with him and to ask questions about his work. Mark these dates on your calendar:

  • Opening Reception: Saturday, April 6, 1:00–3:00 PM
  • Artist’s Talk and Demonstration: Thursday, May 2, 6:00–7:00 PM (Register; FREE)
  • Guided Tour: Sunday, May 19, 2:00 PM (Register, FREE)
Oaks, © David Valbrecht. All rights reserved

Oaks, © David Valbrecht. All rights reserved

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Exhibition by Pacific Northwest Botanical Artists Opens Tonight

Posted in botanical art, Cookbooks, Education, gardening, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events on April 5, 2013|

Pacific Northwest Botanical Artists, a chapter of the American Society of Botanical Artists, will open a month-long exhibition and sale at the University of Washington’s Center for Urban Horticulture’s Miller Library this evening.

The exhibition by Pacific Northwest Botanical Artists will feature original paintings by 13 artists. Prints and cards will be available for purchase. The exhibition will be on view through Saturday, May 4, the date of the Master Gardener plant sale at the Center for Urban Horticulture. A portion of proceeds from all sales will benefit the library.

This event will be held in conjunction with the 8th Annual Garden Lover’s Book Sale Preview Party, a wine and cheese event featuring hundreds of gardening books and cookbooks. Doesn’t this sound like fun?

To purchase tickets for tonight’s book sale and preview party, contact the library.
The annual book sale will be open to the public tomorrow from 9 AM – 3 PM (free admission).

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Tips & Tools: Microscopes

Posted in botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities, Technology on April 3, 2013| 2 Comments »

A fellow reader has asked:

What kind of microscopes have artists purchased and what has been their experience with using a microscope? What tips do they have for its use? If you can not afford one, are there some places that allow you to use one?

Share your thoughts in the Comment box below.

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Tell a National Audience About Your Classes, Exhibitions

Posted in botanical art, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements on April 3, 2013|

Do you have botanical art workshops, botany classes, book arts classes or sketchbook adventures to announce ?

How about an exhibition of your work? Is your organization hosting an exhibition related to plants, natural science illustration, botany or botanical art?

Put yourself or your organization in front of a national, environmentally minded audience this month. Take a moment to send information about upcoming classes for the Classes Near You section or to send exhibition information for the Exhibits to Visit section located in the right hand column of this page.

When sending information, please write “EE Week” at the beginning of your subject line.

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Los Angeles Arboretum Offers Evening Classes in Botanical Art

Posted in botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities on April 3, 2013|

Here’s the latest at Classes Near You > 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 Events & Classes for more information. The Arboretum is located in Arcadia, CA. To register, contact Jill Berry or call (626) 821-4624.

    NEW! Evening Classes in Botanical Art with Cristina Baltayian
    Mondays, April 8, 15, 22, 29
    6-9pm; Oak Room
    $255 members; $275 non-members
    Emphasis will be on plant observation, drawing, composition, color theory and matching, and medium techniques. Participants will work in colored pencil, graphite, pen and ink and watercolor. In addition, this year an exciting project is beginning, in which, in conjunction with the Botanical Artists Guild of Southern California, students will be studying and portraying many of the Arboretum plant introductions from the last 50 years. The goal is to build a collection of paintings that will celebrate and document the invaluable contribution of the Los Angeles Arboretum to the state of California. Class participation is limited to a minimum of 5 students and a maximum of 12.


    Colored Pencil in Botanical Art with Cristina Baltayian
    Learn the colored pencil techniques used by botanical artists. Special topics to be explored in 2013 include: water-soluble pencil techniques, solvents, colored pencil sticks, pen & ink with colored pencil, composition. All levels of experience are welcome. Students will receive a supply list. Registrants may bring a lunch or buy lunch at the Peacock Cafe.

    Dates for 2013
    February 5, 12, 19, 26
    March 5, 12, 19, 23
    April 2, 9, 16, 23
    May 7, 14, 21, 28
    June 4, 11, 18, 25
    July 2, 9, 16, 23

    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

    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.


    What Tree Is That?
    Dr. Jerrold Turney, Instructor
    Bamboo Room: 10am – noon

    Learn the trees of southern California in this four-session class with plant pathologist and arborist, Dr. Jerrold Turney. Participants will learn about 60 trees, 21 of them this Saturday! A one-hour lecture will be followed by a walk in the Arboretum during which participants will learn how to identify the trees they just learned about in lecture.

    Pre-registration preferred, but you may register at the door. Please call the Class Registration line at 626.821.4623.

    Cost: $25 Members/$30 Non-Members (includes Arboretum admission)

    Meeting Dates
    Saturday, February 2
    Saturday, March 2
    Saturday, April 13
    Saturday, May 11

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Earth Day Event Includes Tour of Water Reclamation Plant

Posted in Education, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events on April 3, 2013|

Click to view and download flier.

Click to view and download flier.

You are invited to an Earth Day celebration hosted by the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County!

This free community event promotes environmental awareness and sustainable living. Tour a water reclamation plant and/or landfill, enjoy music and dance performances, create eco-friendly arts and crafts, and visit over 50 exhibitors while learning about environmental issues.

The Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County (LACSD) will also be accepting donations of old shoes and eyeglasses on this day and will donate these items to those in need. If you have shoes you do not use or a drawer full of old glasses, please bring them and contribute to this worthy cause.

The LACSD Earth Day event will be held at their main office in Whittier, CA. Here are the details:

    What: Earth Day Celebration
    Where: Sanitation Districts Main Office, 1955 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601 (map)
    When: Saturday, April 13, 2013
    Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
    Cost: FREE


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