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Understand the Form and Function of California’s Desert Plants

Posted in botanical art, general botany, Learning Opportunities on December 14, 2011|

Learn about botany and botanical art this Spring at UC Riverside. The following information has been added to Classes Near You > Southern California.


University of California, Riverside
www.extension.ucr.edu
The following courses are offered through UCR Extension.

  • Desert Flora – March 2-4, 2012 at UCR Palm Desert. Learn plant identification techniques while enjoying the springtime bloom in California’s Coachella Valley. Info / Register
  • Native Plants: Preserving the Harvest – March 16-17, 2012 at the Dorothy Ramon Learning Center in Banning, CA. Learn how indigenous peoples of southern California use native plants in health and nutrition. Info / Register
  • Botanical Illustration of Desert Flora
    Friday March 30, 2012 (8-10 PM); Saturday March 31 (8 AM – 5 PM) and Sunday April 1 (8 AM – 4 PM). A field study course at the Desert Studies Center (Zzyzx), three hours north of Riverside near Baker, CA. Learn about desert flora while learning techniques used by botanical illustrators. Students will work in the field using pencil, pen and watercolor. Course fee includes two nights lodging (dormitory style) and meals. Registrants will receive information about the Center and what they should bring with them. Visitors not permitted. Cost: $325 credit; $245 non-credit.
    Info / Register

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Nature Journals Out of Cereal Boxes?

Posted in botanical art, Education, Sketching & Journaling on December 14, 2011|

You bet.

A reader shared this idea yesterday with naturalist and educator, John Muir Laws, and others during our on-going conversation about using journals as a teaching tool. Do you use cereal boxes to make journals too?

Catch up with the conversation and share your story here.

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Color Theory and Mixed Media for Botanical Artists

Posted in botanical art, drawing, Learning Opportunities on December 12, 2011|

Start a garden journal, begin your exploration of botanical art or engage in studies about color. These experiences and more can be found in the Spring 2012 schedule of botanical art classes at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden!


Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
www.lewisginter.org
In 1884, Lewis Ginter purchased some property and built a gathering place for Richmond bicyclists. One hundred years later, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden was established on this same piece of property and soon became one of the top five destinations in Virginia. The Garden is home to Artbase a searchable database containing 2,500 botanical watercolor paintings by Alexandre Descubes. The Adult Education program at the garden includes workshops in botanical drawing and painting.

View Spring 2012 Schedule & Register

  • Color Theory for Botanical Artists – Wednesdays,
    February 1, 8, 15, 22, 2012; 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Learn the principles of color harmony and discord, as well as basic watercolor techniques and special effects. Materials list sent upon registration. Lunch on your own. Instructor: Celeste Johnston. Cost: $194 non-members, $150 members.
  • Beginning Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink – Saturdays,
    March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2012; 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Develop your drawing and observation skills while learning botany and the traditions of botanical art. Some drawing experience helpful. All materials provided. Lunch on your own. Instructor: Celeste Johnston. Cost: $250 non-member, $195 member
  • Colored Pencil Over Watercolor for Botanical Artists – Wednesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2012; 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Students will learn how to layer colored pencil over transparent watercolor glazes on paper. Some knowledge of watercolor techniques and botanical drawing is needed. Materials are provided. Lunch on your own. Instructor: Celeste Johnston. Cost: $250 non-member, $195 member
  • Advanced Botanical Illustration Workshop (Orchids) – Tues/Thurs, March 27, 29 and April 3, 5, 2012; 10 AM – 4 PM. Taught in conjunction with the Orchids Galore! exhibition. Students will complete an orchid study applying what they learn about orchids and about composition. Materials list will be sent upon registration. Lunch on your own. Instructor: Juliet Kirby. Cost: $239 non-member, $195 member (includes a blooming orchid plant to take home)
  • Anatomy of Flowers for Botanical Artists – Wednesdays,
    April 11, 18, 25, 2012; 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Students will observe, dissect and draw flower parts to understand their structure and function. Students will make a small drawing or painting of a flower to present in botanical terms. A basic knowledge of drawing required. Materials list will be sent upon registration. Cost: $158 non-member, $125 member
  • How to Draw Stuff (in the Garden) – Saturdays,
    April 14, 21, 28, 2012; 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Spend a leisurely morning drawing in the garden! Learn the drawing and sketching techniques necessary to record your observations in your journal. Recommended text is Drawing and Sketching by Jackie Simmonds (buy on your own). Instructor: Susie Kowalik. Cost: $138 non-members, $105 members. $15 materials fee for new students.

This information has been added to Classes Near You > Virginia.

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Paint Nature, Draw Plants with Scientific Illustrator Kathleen McKeehen

Posted in botanical art, drawing, Learning Opportunities, Watercolor on December 12, 2011|

New botanical art and nature painting classes in the Seattle area!

Here is what’s new at Classes Near You > Washington.


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.

  • Botanical Drawing/Painting at Oil & Water Art Supply, Bainbridge Island – Ongoing on Tuesdays. Learn how botanical artists portray botanical subjects using pencils and watercolor. Oil & Water Art Supplies, Winslow, Bainbridge Island. Students pay per session. For additional details, contact 206-842-0477.
  • Botanical Drawing at Gage Academy – Fridays,
    January 20 – March 23, 2012; 9:30 AM -12:30 PM. Learn the techniques of line and shading to portray botanical subjects accurately. All levels welcome. Students with previous experience can work on their choice of subject with supervision. Contact: (206) 323-GAGE or www.gageacademy.org.
  • NEW Painting Nature in Watercolor at Gage Academy – Fridays, January 20 – March 23, 2012; 1:30-4:30 PM. Use dry-brush watercolor technique to portray natural subjects such as birds, animals, shells, skulls, and plants. Students will be able to choose their own subjects. All levels welcome. Contact: (206) 323-GAGE or www.gageacademy.org.
  • Botanical Watercolor at Poulsbo Parks & Recreation – Mondays,
    January 23 – March 12, 2012 (no class Feb. 20); 7:00-9:30 PM. Using washes and dry-brush technique, learn to paint botanical subjects that are realistic, accurate, and beautiful. All levels welcome. Students with previous experience can work on their choice of subject with supervision. Contact: (360) 779-9898 or View Class & Activity Brochure.
  • Botanical Illustration at Winslow Art Center – Starting in January 2012. Tuesdays 1:00-4:00 PM. Learn about the botanical drawing and botanical painting techniques used by botanical artists. Beginners are welcome. Students with previous experience can work on their choice of subject with supervision. Contact: Martha. A new website for Winslow Art Center will be launched soon at www.winslowartcenter.com.
  • Botanical Watercolor at Bloedel Reserve, Bainbridge Island
    Winter classes will be announced soon. Please visit the Bloedel Reserve Course Schedule for updates. Until then, please direct all questions to Kathleen McKeehen. This class is usually scheduled on Thursdays.
  • Studio Classes
    Botanical drawing and watercolor classes in Kathleen’s Indianola studio. Contact Kathleen for more information.

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Botanical Drawing in Colored Pencil at Los Angeles Arboretum & Botanic Garden

Posted in Blog News, botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities on December 12, 2011|

Immerse yourself in colored pencil techniques this Spring at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden. The following classes have been added to 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 the Events & Classes for more information. The Arboretum is located in Arcadia, CA. To register, contact Jill Berry or call (626) 821-4624.

    Using Colored Pencil in Botanical Art
    Learn the colored pencil techniques used by botanical artists! Composition and color mixing will also be discussed. All levels of experience are welcome. Students will receive a supply list. Pre-registration required. Each meeting will be held from 10 AM – 2 PM (includes lunch break). Registrants may bring a lunch or buy lunch at the Peacock Cafe.
    The Winter/Spring 2012 schedule is as follows:

    January 10, 17, 24, 31 (Tuesdays)
    February 7, 14, 21, 28 (Tuesdays)
    March 6, 13, 20, 27 (Tuesdays)

    Cost:
    $255/mo. Arboretum members
    $275/mo. Non-members

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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Explore European Archives of Botanical Art on Arts & Archives Tour

Posted in botanical art, Education, History, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events on December 7, 2011| 2 Comments »

Arts & Archives Tour
with Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski
of Denver Botanic Gardens
March 22 – April 3, 2012

This 12-day tour includes visits to the Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art at Kew Gardens, viewings of work by Maria Sibylla Merian, William Bartram, Mark Catesby and others. Also included are a tour of the British Library’s medieval illuminations and herbals collection, plus visits to the studio of botanical artist Ann Swan, the home of William Morris, a 150-year old art store, a pharmacy museum, the headquarters of Faber Castell, and so much more! Click on the image to download the itinerary and to read the irresistible details.

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Denver Botanic Gardens Announces Botanical Art Classes for Winter/Spring 2012

Posted in botanical art, Learning Opportunities on December 7, 2011|

The Denver Botanic Gardens School of Botanical Art and Illustration has announced its Winter/Spring 2012 schedule.

Here is what’s new at Classes Near You > Colorado:


Denver Botanic Gardens School of Botanical Art and Illustration
Denver Botanic Gardens
A complete program offering classes in pencil drawing, colored pencil, watercolor, sketching, botany, art history, scratch board, and classes dedicated to specific techniques and plant groups. See a complete course listing here. This program now works collaboratively with El Charco del Ingenio, a nature reserve and botanical garden in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico. To learn more about the Garden’s certificate program, visit the program’s blog at http://botanicalillustration.blogspot.com. This blog is maintained by Program Coordinator, Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski.


GUEST WORKSHOPS FOR 2012

  • The Nature of Drawing Birds I with Linda M. Feltner – Feb 6-8, 2012
  • The Nature of Drawing Birds II with Linda M. Feltner – Feb. 10-12, 2012
  • Field Trip to Birds of Prey Foundation – Feb. 9
  • Egg Tempera Painting with Koo Schadler – June 8-10
  • Under the Press: Papyrus Art with Jill Powers – March 10
  • Pop-up Flowers with Shawn Sheehy – April 16-17, 2012
  • Advanced Pop-up Design – 19-21, 2012
  • Katagami: Stencil Design and Japanese Paper Patterns – April 27, 2012
  • Good Hues: Integrating Color, Design and Letters (in collaboration with Colorado Calligraphers Guild) – April 28-29, 2012
  • Papermaking: Eastern Techniques – May 5, 2012


CERTIFICATE PROGRAM at DBG
A comprehensive series of botanical illustration classes designed for dedicated illustrators and devoted amateurs. Participants must complete all required courses, elective courses and a portfolio review to satisfy requirements necessary for a certificate in botanical art.

    Required Courses
    Botanical Illustration in Pencil I
    Botany for the Botanical Illustrator
    Botanical Illustration in Pencil II
    Composition for Botanical Illustration
    Color Layering for Colored Pencil
    Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil I
    Perfecting Perspective
    Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil II
    Color Mixing for Artists
    Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink I
    Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink II
    Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I
    Botanical Illustration in Watercolor II


DISTANCE LEARNING at DBG
This new program combines in-class instruction with online instruction. Students accepted into this new certificate program must live more than 100 miles from Denver Botanic Gardens.

    Required Courses Taught at DBG
    Botanical Illustration in Pencil I
    Botany for the Botanical Illustrator
    Composition for Botanical Illustration
    Perfecting Perspective
    Color Layering for Colored Pencil

    Required Courses Taught Online with On-site Component     (two days of in-class instruction followed by three weekly Internet sessions)
    Botanical Illustration in Pencil II
    Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil I
    Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil II
    Color Mixing for Artists
    Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink I
    Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink II
    Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I
    Botanical Illustration in Watercolor II


WORKSHOPS AT EL CHARCO 2012 – TBA

View and download all Winter/Spring 2012 schedules:

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