Botanical Art with Watercolour Introduction Course
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Botanical art is a unique and specialised art form which captures the colour, precision and detail of plants to realistically represent their natural beauty.
Learn the techniques of sketching an object in proportion, using pencil and watercolours, with light and tone, to create depth and detail in your botanical art.
Firstly you learn how to create depth with light and tone in an object with watercolours. Then we focus on the principles of light, tone and depth in an actual specimen.
Create a beautiful artwork that looks realistic, while you explore the fundamental skills of capturing a natural object in watercolour paints.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this workshop, you should be able to:
- sketch using pencil with detail and proportion
- detail in botanical art
- apply watercolour with light, tone and detailing for an object
- be confident to attempt an object in botanical art yourself
- apply main principles of botanical art
What will be covered in this course?
- Main principles of botanical art
- Tips on pencil sketching with detailing in an object
- How to use watercolour and colour mixing
- Exercises in watercolours to create depth in an object with light and tone
- Shading and detailing in a botanical object with watercolour
Who is this course for?
This botanical art with watercolour introduction course is ideal for beginners and students that have some experience in watercolour.
Course venue
Rozelle Campus, corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd, Rozelle (in the grounds of St. Joseph’s Church). If driving, no entry into Gordon Street from Victoria Road. Last block on your right before Victoria Road. Pedestrian access is opposite Prince Street.
What to bring to class
- Pencils: 1 x 2B, 1 x HB and 1 x 2H
- Sharpener and eraser
- Plastic ruler
- Drawing pad (A4)
We will provide:
- Watercolours
- Watercolour paper (A4)
- Watercolour brushes
Classes
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Course testimonials:
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Jacqui said: Thoroughly enjoyed learning how to paint botanicals with water colour. It is a harder medium to work with than anticipated, but the teacher was very skilled and paced the class well.
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Gail said: Simple exercises on technique and time to work on painting.
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Merylyn said: A very pleasant relaxed atmosphere. I would like to do more daytime watercolour classes. Hope you introduce some more. Our teacher was very helpful.
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Milan said: Relaxed learning environment, time to play with options.
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Beth said: 5 stars!