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Learn How to Draw Plants at Lasdon Arboretum

Posted in botanical art, Learning Opportunities on January 18, 2012|

The Winter/Spring schedule of botanical art classes at Lasdon Arboretum in Somers, NY has been announced.

See what’s new at Classes Near You > New York:


Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial
Lasdon website
Located in Somers, NY, the 234-acre Lasdon Arboretum is home to the botanical art program directed by botanical artist Laura Gould. Laura is a botanical artist who works primarily in colored pencil, graphite, and watercolor. Detailed course descriptions, supply lists, registration information, and Laura’s online gallery can be viewed at Barking Dog Studio.

  • Wednesday Watercolor Class & Advanced Colored Pencil – January 25 – March 7, 2012; 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Participants will learn color theory and the use of a limited palette. Pre-requisite: Foundation classes in graphite, foundation work in colored pencil. If you already work with your own color palette, this is all you need to bring to class. If you would like to work in both watercolor and colored pencil, please see supply list online. Cost: $250. Register
  • Thursday Graphite and Beginner Colored Pencil – January 26 – March 8, 2012; 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Establish a strong foundation in drawing and discover the beauty of graphite. After your foundation skills have been honed, begin your study of colored pencil techniques. For beginning and experienced students. Cost: $250. View supply list. Register
  • Saturday Graphite and Colored Pencil – January 28 – march 10, 2012; 10 AM – 1 PM. Students of all levels are welcome to join the class. Learn at your own pace while enjoying the company of fellow artists. Cost: $250. Register


    • Spring Workshops

    Early Spring Sessions will occur March 14 – April 28, 2012
    The Wednesday and Thursday series will be 7 weeks ($250 each series). The Saturday series will 6 weeks (class does not meet on Easter weekend; $225 for the series). Register

    Late Spring Sessions will occur May 2 – May 31, 2012
    The Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday series will each be comprised of 5 weeks of instruction. Cost: $200 each series. Register

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Humboldt Field Research Institute Announces Summer Workshops in Natural Science Illustration

Posted in botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities on January 16, 2012|

Humboldt Field Research Institute
www.eaglehill.us
The Humboldt Field Research Institute offers professional-level natural history science seminars and learning opportunities addressing all aspects of natural history. The Institute publishes three journals about natural history and the environment — the Northeastern Naturalist, the Southeastern Naturalist, and the Journal of the North Atlantic.

    Colored Pencil Illustration Workshop: Flora and Fauna of Coastal Maine – June 10-16, 2012. Instructor: Dolores R. Santoliquido
    This seminar focuses on scientific illustration of natural science subjects using colored pencil. Instruction will stress drawing skills, accuracy and specific colored pencil techniques for producing accurate representations of chosen subjects. Field exploration will include observing the landscape around the Humboldt Institute and the identification of specimens to work from throughout the week. Although colored pencil techniques are the focus of this class, participants are welcome to bring other color media with them to experiment with mixed media techniques.

    The instructor will give hands-on demonstrations to show specific aspects of colored pencil techniques. All levels of experience are welcome. Participants will receive individualized attention throughout the week. Cost: $510. Contact: Anne Favolise 207-546-2821 x2, anne@eaglehill.us.


    Botanical Illustration on Vellum and Paper: Botanical Portraiture and Microlandscapes     – July 22-28, 2012. Instructor: Carol Woodin
    When studying plants in their natural habitats, collecting field information accurately and quickly is important. After finding a subject in the field, students will learn to collect information by sketching, painting, and photographing their subjects to compose accurate and beautiful groupings of Maine plants back in the classroom. Participants will learn how to create microlandscapes that impart a sense of place, while also serving as botanical portraits.

    A historical overview of botanical portraiture and microlandscapes will be given. This will give participants a perspective that will help them develop compositions for their own watercolor paintings. Composition, botanical accuracy, aesthetic strength, and dry-brush watercolor techniques on vellum or paper will be discussed. Each participant will leave class with at least one substantially advanced or completed painting of a Maine microlandscape or botanical portrait. Participants have the option to bring finished natural history artwork for a formal exhibit during the workshop. This exhibition will be held in the traditional gallery of the Commons Building at Eagle Hill. Artwork must be framed and/or matted. Artwork will be open for viewing and purchase by the general public (details to be provided). Cost: $510. Contact: Anne Favolise 207-546-2821 x2, anne@eaglehill.us.

The 2012 summer workshops above have also been posted to
Classes Near You > Maine.

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Glorious Gardens & Entomological Delights with Valerie Oxley

Posted in botanical art, botanical art books, Education, Learning Opportunities on January 16, 2012|

Award-winning botanical artist and teacher, Valerie Oxley, has announced her teaching schedule for 2012. See what’s new at Classes Near You > England:


Valerie Oxley
Valerie Oxley is a qualified teacher, Fellow of The Higher Education Academy, Member of the Society of Botanical Artists, and Vice-President of the Northern Society for Botanical Art. She developed the Diploma in Botanical Illustration at the University of Sheffield’s Department of Adult Continuing Education. Her own artwork has been exhibited widely and the Royal Horticultural Society has awarded her medals for her illustrations. Valerie is Chairman of the Florilegium Society at Sheffield Botanical Gardens whose aim is to record the planting in the Gardens for an historical archive. Valerie enjoys meeting and teaching students on residential courses throughout the country, she is the art editor of ‘Wild Flowers of the Peak District’ published by the Hallamshire Press and author of ‘Botanical Illustration’ published by the Crowood Press.


University of Cambridge, Madingley Hall
www.ice.cam.ac.uk

  • Illustrating Insects: Butterflies, Bees, Moths and Exotic Beetles
    May 11-13, 2012. Illustrate native and exotic insects. Details
  • The Glory of the Garden – Painting Plant Portraits
    July 13-15, 2012. Draw and paint herbaceous borders, meadows and lakeside plants using watercolor and colored pencil. Details
  • Drawing & Painting Autumn Flowers, Fruits and Fungi
    October 26-28, 2012. Learn how to create the tints and hues of autumn colors. Details


Higham Hall College
www.highamhall.com


West Dean College
www.westdean.org.uk

  • Illustrating Wildflowers & Butterflies – June 25-29, 2012. Explore a variety of watercolor techniques as you learn to illustrate flowers and butterflies. Details


Cambridge University Botanic Garden
www.botanic.cam.ac.uk

  • Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink – April 25-27, 2012. A relaxing three-day course for anyone interested in learning how to draw plants using pen and ink techniques. Details
  • Botanical Illustration in Watercolor – June 13-15, 2012. Introductory course for beginners. Open to anyone who enjoys flowers and gardens and desires to record them in detail. Details


Farncombe Estate Centre
www.FarncombeEstate.co.uk

  • Botanical Illustration for Beginners and Improvers
    June 8-10, 2012. A fun class for enthusiastic beginners. No experience necessary. Details


Denman College
National Federation of Women’s Institutes
www.denmancollege.org.uk

  • Add an Insect: Illustrating Moths & Butterflies
    March 30 – April 1, 2012. Create detailed drawings of butterflies and moths. Learn color theory, color matching and dry-brush watercolor technique. Details
  • Exotic Fruits & Flowers in Colored Pencil – July 4-6, 2012. Learn how to create interesting textures and surface finishes in colored pencil. Details

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Invitation to the Northeast Natural History Conference 2012

Posted in Education, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events on January 16, 2012|

Naturalists, field biologists, natural resource managers, faculty and students are invited to participate in a regional forum about the natural history of the northeastern United States and eastern Canada. The 2012 conference will be held at the OnCenter Convention Center in Syracuse, NY on April 15-19, 2012.

Session topics include: invasive species, field research methods, urban ecology, biodiversity, fish ecology, wetland restoration and conservation, avian ecology, amphibian conservation, ethnobotany and plant ecology. View all topics here.

Registration for this event is now open. Proposals for presentations, organized sessions, workshops, field trips and special event are still being accepted. Proposal deadlines are fast-approaching, so presenters and organizations should act quickly.

View complete details about this regional forum on the website of the Humboldt Field Research Institute.

Visit the Northeast Natural History Conference 2012

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Time Management: Life, Work & Creative Pursuits

Posted in Education, Learning Opportunities, Special Articles & Interviews on January 11, 2012| 7 Comments »

When I launched the Reader Survey to ask readers what they need, the need for time to create art quickly rose to the Number 1 position. Recently, a reader brought this subject up to me directly. This reader asked:

How do artists handle time management?

Many of us have homes, families, day jobs. Grocery shopping, housecleaning, friends, constant interruptions, like needing to take the car to the mechanic, and random unexpected things.

When there’s time pressure to complete work, such as an upcoming exhibit, how do people juggle all of this without feeling disorganized?

We decided to open this conversation up to all of you.

With images, sounds and life coming at you from all angles and with easy access to gadgets that encourage fragmented thinking, how do you manage your time?

Let’s talk.

Share what works for you, what you think might work for you (even though you haven’t started it yet), and any other thoughts you have about this topic.

Please post your comments below.

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CALL FOR ARTISTS: Arizona SciTech Festival

Posted in botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events on January 11, 2012|

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LATE-BREAKING NEWS

Entry Deadline:
Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Botanical Drawing & Illustration Exhibition
West Valley Arts Council
Glendale Arts Commission
Arizona SciTech Festival
February 3 – March 6, 2012

Botanical art bursts into bloom during the Arizona SciTech Festival, a state-wide event showcasing Arizona’s leadership position in science, technology and innovation. More than 200 organizations in industry, academia, the arts, community services and K-12 education, will introduce Arizona residents to inventive concepts in science and technology occurring within their home state.

The West Valley Arts Council will hold its first botanical art exhibition in historic downtown Glendale, AZ. This exhibition is open to all artists 18 years or older who feature botanical subjects in their work. Lichen, fungi and plant pollinators can also be included. Work must be original and completed with the past two years.

Exhibition Awards: $200 First Place, $150 Second Place, $100 Third Place

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‘Plants Illustrated’ Exhibition Opens This Weekend

Posted in botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events on January 11, 2012|

The 3rd Annual Plants Illustrated exhibition opens on Saturday at the UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley. The annual exhibition featuring the botanical paintings and drawings of artists from the Northern California Society of Botanical Artists will be on view through February 3, 2012.

The UC Botanical Garden hosts many botanical art classes throughout the year. Their current schedule of classes is listed below. Be sure to visit
Classes Near You > Northern California to view the Garden’s complete schedule that includes walking tours with horticulturists, a workshop about how to make jams and preserves, and information about the upcoming exhibition about plants, fibers and natural dyes.


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. View a detailed schedule and register on the Garden’s website.

  • Plants Illustrated Exhibition – January 14 – February 3, 2012;
    10 AM – 4 PM. The Garden is pleased to announce its third annual botanical art exhibition, Plants Illustrated. The exhibition, held in conjunction with the Northern California Society of Botanical Artists, invites viewers to explore the relationship between scientific study and fine art. The exhibit presents original artworks in watercolor, graphite, colored pencil and pen and ink and explores the many styles, forms and approaches unique to botanical art and illustration. Free with Garden admission.
  • Botanical Art for Youth & Young Adults – Saturday,
    January 14, 2012; 10 AM – 12 PM. In this workshop, young artists will be introduced to botanical art and tour the Plants Illustrated exhibition. Students will learn how to draw plants and have fun making impressive works of art to take home. An online gallery will be created to display artists’ work. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Registration required.
    $20 non-members, $15 members.
  • Botanical Art Through the Ages – Friday, January 20, 2012;
    2:00 – 3:30 PM. Botanical artist Catherine Watters will discuss the rich history of botanical art. View prints, slides and other media. Learn about Pierre-Joseph Redoute´, Maria Sibylla Merian and significant historical events such as Tulipmania and the Age of Exploration. $10 non-members; $5 members, UCB students, staff and faculty.
  • Botanical Illustration: Introduction to Botanical Art with Catherine Watters – Friday & Saturday, March 16-17, 2012; 10 AM – 4 PM. Catherine Watters will teach you to observe, measure and draw plants in great detail and with botanical accuracy. Students will work with graphite, colored pencils and watercolor. All levels are welcome. Cost: $160 non-members, $150 members. Registration required.

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