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‘Envisioning the Natural World’ Opens at Madrona Marsh Nature Center

August 27, 2012 by Tania Marien

Envisioning the Natural World
Paintings and Drawings by Lala Ragimov
Madrona Marsh Nature Center
Torrance, CA
August 28 – October 5, 2012

Southern California artist, Lala Ragimov, studies the techniques of Renaissance painters and uses these techniques in her work. Beginning tomorrow, Lala’s paintings and drawings of nature will be on view at the Madrona Marsh Nature Center in Torrance, CA. Her watercolor and gouache paintings of plants, birds and landscapes will be on exhibit through October 5, 2012.

An artist’s reception will be held on August 31 from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. All are invited!

Learn more about Lala’s studies and artwork at www.LalaRagimov.com.


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Study the Shades of Autumn at North Cascades Basecamp

August 27, 2012 by Tania Marien

Now at Classes Near You > Washington:


North Cascades Basecamp, Mazama
www.NorthCascadesBasecamp.com
A bed-and-breakfast style lodge surrounded by acres of protected cedar forest, the North Cascades Basecamp serves as a homebase for outdoor adventures such as hiking, fishing, cross-country skiing and a host of other activities offered through the camp’s Ecology Center. Biologists Kim and Steve Bondi purchased the recreation center in 2010 and created the Ecology Center to offer learning opportunities for guests.

    Capturing the Shades of October with Photographer, Teri J. Pieper
    October 7-9, 2012; Friday 1 PM thru Sunday 1 PM
    Up to ten photographers will have the opportunity to explore the Methow Valley with cameras and tripods in hand while Teri J. Pieper helps them discover their own unique vision of fall colors in the Methow Valley. Workshop fee includes two nights lodging, six meals and materials. Teri’s work has been featured in a variety of publications including the National Audubon Society magazine and The Nature Conservancy of Washington magazine among others. Her formal photography education was at the Rocky Mountain School of Photography in Missoula, MT. View Teri’s gallery of nature photography online. Location: Methow Valley, Mazama, WA
    View Details/Register


    Painting Watercolors of Autumn with Watercolorist, John Adams
    October 13-14, 2012; 10 AM – 1 PM
    Learn to paint brilliant, colorful autumn scenes in the North Cascades mountains. Each day will include an instructor demonstration of painting mountains and trees with bright watercolors of fall, followed by individual instruction as you create your own painting based on the demo or an idea that you bring to the class. All levels of experience are welcome. Instructor John Adams is a professional artist, designer, teacher and signature member of the National Watercolor Society.
    Location: Methow Valley, Mazama, WA
    View Details/Register

Posted in Education, Learning Opportunities, Photography, Watercolor |

Mapping the Trees of Central Park

August 24, 2012 by Tania Marien

Today I want to follow-up last week’s article about art and botany needing each other, with an example of how the disciplines of art and botany can work together to change the way people experience a local park.

When artist and art director, Ken Chaya, was asked to make a map about the trees and landscapes of Central Park, little did he know he was about to become a botanist, an experienced hiker, and become intimately familiar with every square foot of New York’s famous park.

Over a two-year period, Chaya learned how to identify trees, created symbols for every major tree species, walked more than 500 miles, and represented 19,630 trees on a single sheet of paper to create the most accurate and detailed map ever published about Central Park.

Chaya tells his story at CentralParkNature and provides a behind-the-scenes look at how he created Central Park Entire, The Definitive Illustrated Map.

In six short documentary-style videos, Chaya explains how he learned to identify 172 species of trees, how he mapped every path in the park, and what he learned while creating the illustrations for his map.

Here is a great example of art and botany in action!

Chaya’s map is available as a wall poster ($35) and as a folded map ($12.95). Quantity discounts are available.


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Gain a New Appreciation for Plants

August 22, 2012 by Tania Marien

There are many updates to Classes Near You > England.

We begin with Alison Day’s new ten-week course!

Lewisham Arthouse, London
www.lewishamarthouse.co.uk
The Lewisham Arthouse 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. Ten-week botanical illustration classes are taught by Alison Day. Watch for information about her next class.

    Botanical Illustration
    Mondays, September 10 – November 12, 2012
    1:30 – 3:30 PM

    This is an introductory course for all, no experience needed. Students will have the opportunity to explore drawing plants and become aware of the range of techniques for representation together with some tuition in basic scientific structure of the plant. The latter not only increases the students’ appreciation of the plant, but assists in the rendering of the plant in graphic form.

    Students will need to bring their own materials for drawing; all other equipment and materials are provided. The course is taught within an artist’s studio complex and is led by Alison Day, who is both artist/photographer and qualified botanist/environmentalist.

    Early registration is required. For more information and to register, contact instructor Alison Day.

Posted in botanical art, drawing, Education, general botany |

Botany & Botanical Art at the Eden Project

August 22, 2012 by Tania Marien

The Eden Project
www.edenproject.com
Located in Cornwall, England, the Eden Project is a non-profit whose focus is connecting people to the natural world through educational programs, social programs, music and art. See how the Eden Project was transformed from a clay pit to an international institute for learning.

    Botanical Illustration – October 5-7, 2012; 10 AM – 4 PM. A three-day class about botany and botanical illustration. On Day One, participants will learn about plants, their structures and their functions. On Day Two and Day Three, botanical artists Mally Francis and Ros Franklin will teach botanical drawing using fruit and the autumn harvest as their themes. Open to beginners and more experienced students. Cost: £180, includes entry to the Eden Project, lunch and refreshments. View Details/Register

This information can also be viewed at Classes Near You > England.


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Mally Francis Paints the Lost Gardens of Heligan

Posted in botanical art, botany, drawing, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities |

New Intermediate Online Class for Pencil Artists

August 22, 2012 by Tania Marien

Do you prefer pencil over paint?

Check out Mike Sibley’s new intermediate online drawing class!


Mike Sibley Fine Art
www.sibleyfineart.com
Mike Sibley is the author of Drawing from Line to Life, an inspiring instructional book about creating realistic drawings in graphite. Mike teaches classes in England, the US and Canada. He is looking into teaching a class in Australia in 2013. He also teaches an online course and is currently creating instructional DVDs. Mike’s website is a rich resource for the graphite artist. If graphite is your preferred medium, be sure to visit!

    Drawing from Line to Life (Beginner) – An eight-week online course based on Mike Sibley’s book of the same name. Beginners will learn fundamental drawing techniques, shading techniques and how to break a drawing down into manageable parts. Weekly homework will be assigned. Students may work towards certification or take this class as an auditing student. There are two versions of this course. Version 1 includes instructor critique and credit. Version 2 is an audit situation through which students can follow along, but cannot receive feedback about their work or receive course credit. Cost: $228 certificate course, $114 audit course. View Start Dates/Register

    Drawing from Line to Life (Intermediate) – A continuation of Mike’s class for beginners. In this eight-week course, students will begin to think about the message within their art and learn how to create textures, and explore negative space. There are two versions of this course. Version 1 includes instructor critique and credit. Version 2 is an audit situation through which students can follow along, but cannot receive feedback about their work or receive course credit. Cost: $228 certificate course, $114 audit course. View Start Dates/Register

This information has also been posted to Classes Near You > England.

Posted in Drawing in Graphite, Drawing to Learn, Education, Learning Opportunities |

Botanical Painting Holiday in Umbria

August 20, 2012 by Tania Marien

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Elaine Searle
www.paintbotanical.com
Elaine Searle is a botanical artist and experienced instructor who has taught extensively in the UK and USA. By popular demand she has extended her 2013 Umbrian painting holiday to 10 days. A one-day excursion to medieval Fabriano to learn how to make paper is included. Previous visits have attracted students of all levels from the UK, USA, Europe, the Caribbean and Japan.

Non-painters are also welcome as the national park setting is perfect for nature walks, independent sightseeing with a rental car or simply lazing by the pool with a good book.

    Ten-Day Botanical Painting Holiday in Umbria, Italy
    May 29 – June 8, 2013

    Includes 10 nights in a family owned ‘agriturismo’ hotel, all meals, wine with evening meal, daily tuition, 24-hr access to the studio and a full day excursion to Fabriano. Paint local flora (even native orchids) or vibrant veggies with guidance. Or for those who would like more specific drawing and watercolor technique instruction, choose one of Elaine’s mini-projects with full color handouts (ideal for less experienced). Elaine is on hand to demonstrate and assist.

    The hotel is situated in breathtaking countryside and is noted for its hospitality and good food. You can paint as much or as little as you wish.

    Cost: 1,380 Euros per painter sharing, 980 Euros per non-painter sharing, 150 Euros single room supplement.

    Download the pdf brochure 10 Day Botanical Painting Holiday in Umbria

    More information and booking www.ilcollaccio.com.

    This information has also been posted to Classes Near You > Italy.

Posted in botanical art, drawing, travel |

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