Contemporary botanical art captures the beauty of the natural world with precision, and our extraordinary instructors share their expertise in this nurturing yet rigorous program. NYBG offered North America's first formal botanical art certificate program and remains a leader in the discipline after more than three decades. This program offers a well-rounded array of courses that can be enjoyed singly, just for fun, or lead to a Certificate.
Click here for an overview of the Certificate Program.
May
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Bumblebees
pilot
their
remarkably
un-aerodynamic
bodies
in
and
out
of
our
gardens
all
throughout
spring
and
summer.
In
this
class,
you'll
take
a
closer
look
at
their
anatomy
and
learn
how
to
use
colored
pencil
techniques
to
illustrate
the
"fuzzy"
more...
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264BIL396O
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05/01
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Fr
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Reiner
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ONLINE
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Forethought
and
an
understanding
of
basic
composition
principles
are
the
foundation
of
any
balanced
work
of
art.
Through
group
critiques,
discussions
and
a
variety
of
exercises,
we'll
experiment
with
a
wide
range
of
principles,
including
focal
point,
the
rule
of
more...
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264BIL421AO
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05/02
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Sa
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10:00am-3:00pm
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Rogers-Knox
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ONLINE
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This intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite.
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264BIL145B
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05/03
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Su
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Yount
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NYBG
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Accurate observation translates into sensitive, realistic drawings and is an essential skill for botanical artists. Using basic shapes, fruit, and leaves, learn contour drawing with an emphasis on proportion, and explore techniques such as foreshortening, perspective, and line weight.
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264BIL301AO
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05/04
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Mo
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Rawlins
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ONLINE
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Building
on
Botanical
Drawing
I
skills,
learn
to
tone
fruit,
vegetables,
leaves,
and
branches.
Focus
on
concepts
of
light
source,
value,
and
shading
to
create
form.
Learn
to
translate
color
into
black
and
white,
and
create
the
illusion
of
depth
more...
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264BIL302B
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05/13
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We
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10:00am-1:00pm
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Wry
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NYBG
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Learn
the
importance
of
a
plant's
life
cycle
in
difficult
survival
conditions
as
you
illustrate
species
with
rhizomes,
bulbs,
corms,
tubers
and
tap
roots-which
are
perennating,
aestivating
organs
that
allow
plants
to
regrow
from
year
to
year.
You'll
also
illustrate
more...
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264BIL372O
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05/14
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Th
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10:00am-2:00pm
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Leech
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ONLINE
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This
workshop
will
impart
the
instructor's
method
of
using
dry
brush
watercolor
to
replicate
the
colors,
form,
and
texture
of
peony
petals.
The
demonstration
will
include
color
mixing,
working
light
to
dark,
layering
colors,
adding
fine
detail,
using
dry
brush,
more...
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264BIL161O
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05/16
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Sa
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10:30am-4:00pm
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Kluglein
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ONLINE
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Practice
techniques
learned
in
Botanical
Watercolor
I
using
live
subjects
such
as
leaves,
stems,
and
fruit.
Emphasis
is
on
realistic
portrayal
of
botanical
subjects
and
traditional
methods
of
dry
brush
watercolor
painting,
with
attention
to
detail
and
color
accuracy.
more...
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264BIL332O
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05/19
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Tu
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5:30pm-8:30pm
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James
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ONLINE
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Apply your understanding of contours, perspective, and tone to drawing three distinct types of flowers. The object is to accurately draw a fully toned flowering plant. Explore compositional possibilities, textures, and details.
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264BIL303AO
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05/20
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We
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Rawlins
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ONLINE
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Designed for both inexperienced students and those who wish to improve their skills, this class will allow you to work at your own pace on a variety of pieces. Lectures and demonstrations are enhanced by individual instruction.
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264BIL140O
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05/21
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Th
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5:30pm-8:30pm
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Vogel
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ONLINE
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Examine
the
enormous
variety
of
forms
and
structural
adaptations
of
flowering
plants—the
world's
dominant
plant
group.
Through
lectures,
demonstrations,
and
laboratory
studies,
learn
to
recognize
and
draw
the
many
plant
parts
and
growth
stages
of
the
most
common
plant
families.
more...
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264BIL300AO
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05/27
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We
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10:30am-1:00pm
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Day
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ONLINE
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Peonies
are
one
of
the
glories
of
the
spring
garden-their
layered
texture,
shape,
scent,
and
color
variations
make
them
such
stunning
subjects
to
observe
and
enjoy.
Learn
to
draw
out
this
composition
before
transferring
it
to
vellum.
You'll
practice
drybrush
more...
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264BIL307
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05/29
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Fr
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10:00am-3:30pm
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Woodin
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NYBG
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Accurate observation translates into sensitive, realistic drawings and is an essential skill for botanical artists. Using basic shapes, fruit, and leaves, learn contour drawing with an emphasis on proportion, and explore techniques such as foreshortening, perspective, and line weight.
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264BIL301EO
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05/31
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Su
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Thompson
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ONLINE
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June
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This
comprehensive
class
covers
the
basic
techniques
of
botanical
watercolor.
Learn
how
to
use
your
brushes
to
make
smooth,
underlying
washes,
as
well
as
to
create
fine
detail.
Color
theory
will
teach
you
how
paints
interact,
and
how
to
select
more...
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264BIL331AO
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06/01
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Mo
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5:30pm-8:30pm
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Vogel
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ONLINE
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Learn
the
basic
watercolor
techniques
used
by
botanical
artists
while
painting
a
lovely,
bearded
iris
in
watercolor
and
colored
pencil.
Flat
wash,
layering,
and
dry
brush
techniques
will
be
covered.
This
online
course
will
offer
live
demonstrations,
videos,
and
individual
more...
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264BIL162O
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06/06
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Sa
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11:00am-1:45pm
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Vogel
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ONLINE
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Plein-Air
artist
Frank
Guida
covers
basic
design
principles,
including
focal
point,
contrast,
perspective,
line,
and
gesture,
as
well
as
how
to
choose
a
subject
that
translates
well
on
the
page.
Then,
you
will
go
out
on
grounds
to
practice
what
more...
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264CRF198
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06/11
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Th
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10:00am-2:00pm
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Guida
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NYBG
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Learn
the
basic
watercolor
techniques
used
by
botanical
artists
while
painting
fresh
garlic
from
the
photograph
provided.
Flat
wash,
layering
and
other
techniques
will
be
covered.
This
online
course
will
offer
live
demonstrations,
videos,
and
individual
feedback.
Please
note,
this
course
more...
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264BIL260O
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06/13
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Sa
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12:00pm-4:00pm
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Schermer-Gramm
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ONLINE
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Learn
the
basic
watercolor
techniques
used
by
botanical
artists
while
painting
lush,
pink
roses.
A
photograph
will
be
provided
for
reference.
Flat
wash,
layering
and
dry
brush
techniques
will
be
covered.
This
online
course
will
offer
live
demonstrations,
videos,
and
more...
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264BIL236O
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06/14
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Su
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11:00am-4:30pm
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Rossetti
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ONLINE
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This intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite.
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264BIL145CO
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06/16
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Tu
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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Rawlins
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ONLINE
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Celebrate the beauty and complexity of hydrangeas in this two-part watercolor class. From lush clusters of petals to rich green leaves, hydrangeas offer the perfect opportunity to explore color harmony, subtle transitions, and compelling composition.
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264BIL406O
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06/16
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Tu
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6:00pm-8:00pm
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Lighthipe
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ONLINE
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Bring
the
unique
texture
and
subtle
colors
of
an
artichoke
to
life
on
paper
using
specific
watercolor
techniques.
In
this
class,
you'll
explore
the
Fibonacci
Sequence-how
it
influences
the
positioning
of
the
artichoke
blades-and
practice
layering
washes
to
build
up
more...
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264BIL309
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06/24
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We
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11:00am-4:30pm
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Wry
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NYBG
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July
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In
this
class,
get
creative
as
you
explore
the
sizes,
shapes,
and
colors
of
60s
pop
floral
prints.
You'll
paint
handfuls
of
flowers—taking
inspiration
from
works
such
as
Picasso's
Bouquet
of
Peace
(an
example
pictured
here)—as
you
experiment
with
making
more...
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271BIL417O
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07/01
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We
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1:00pm-4:00pm
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Rossetti
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ONLINE
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Learn the basic watercolor techniques used by botanical artists while painting daisy-like mums—a hardy summer perennial. Flat wash, layering and other techniques will be covered. This online course will offer live demonstrations, videos, and individual feedback.
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271BIL136O
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07/07
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Tu
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6:00pm-8:45pm
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Vogel
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ONLINE
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This intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite.
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271BIL145D
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07/12
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Su
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Yount
|
NYBG
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Examine
the
enormous
variety
of
forms
and
structural
adaptations
of
flowering
plants—the
world's
dominant
plant
group.
Through
lectures,
demonstrations,
and
laboratory
studies,
learn
to
recognize
and
draw
the
many
plant
parts
and
growth
stages
of
the
most
common
plant
families.
more...
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271BIL300BO
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07/12
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Su
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10:30am-1:00pm
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Bijkerk
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ONLINE
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Enhance
the
realism
in
your
botanical
compositions
by
mastering
the
art
of
drawing
the
fine
details.
In
this
class,
you'll
explore
various
graphite
techniques
that
help
to
capture
the
intricate
detailing
of
small,
complex
botanical
subjects
such
as
dried
seedheads,
more...
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271BIL371O
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07/12
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Su
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12:00pm-4:00pm
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Schermer-Gramm
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ONLINE
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Pen and ink, among the most versatile and useful media, can be used to create high quality, easily reproducible drawings. Learn how to produce different strokes and how to create tone by using stipple, line, and crosshatch techniques.
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271BIL400O
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07/17
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Fr
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Morley
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ONLINE
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The
focus
of
this
course
is
on
color
theory
and
application.
Colored
pencil
line
and
tone
can
be
applied
to
look
like
either
drawing
or
painting,
making
it
a
versatile
medium
for
creating
botanical
artwork.
Learn
a
variety
of
techniques,
more...
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271BIL415O
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07/23
|
Th
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Thompson
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ONLINE
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Apply your understanding of contours, perspective, and tone to drawing three distinct types of flowers. The object is to accurately draw a fully toned flowering plant. Explore compositional possibilities, textures, and details.
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271BIL303BO
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07/25
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Sa
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11:30am-2:30pm
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Rawlins
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ONLINE
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Capture
the
textural
variations
of
your
favorite
berries.
Using
PanPastels,
which
are
soft
colors
packed
in
a
unique
cake-like
format,
you'll
create
scaled-up
compositions
that
highlight
the
luscious
colors
and
forms
of
seasonal
berries-such
as
blueberries,
raspberries,
and
more.
Enhance
more...
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271BIL403O
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07/26
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Su
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10:00am-3:00pm
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Reiner
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ONLINE
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Learn how the wet-on-wet watercolor technique is used by botanical artists to achieve the groundwork for painting peppers. Additional techniques, such as dry brush for the finishing touches, will also be covered.
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271BIL259O
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07/28
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Tu
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6:00pm-8:45pm
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Vogel
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ONLINE
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August
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In
this
in-depth
study
of
cacti,
explore
how
to
artistically
capture
the
strength
and
resilience
of
this
intriguing
succulent.
With
over
1750
species,
cacti
have
adapted
throughout
time
and
conditions
by
developing
thick
herbaceous
or
woody
chlorophyll-containing
stems
used
to
more...
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271BIL315O
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08/05
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We
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10:00am-12:30pm
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Bijkerk
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ONLINE
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Butterflies
play
a
crucial
part
in
plant
pollination.
Learn
how
to
use
watercolor
and
colored
pencil
techniques
to
create
brilliantly
colored
patterns
seen
on
the
wings
of
these
vital
insects.
To
ensure
accuracy
and
detail,
you'll
use
real
specimens
and
more...
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271BIL464O
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08/06
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Th
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Reiner
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ONLINE
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This intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite.
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271BIL145EO
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08/13
|
Th
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6:00pm-9:00pm
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DeCicco
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ONLINE
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Small
maroon,
light
brown,
and
yellow
potatoes
are
ideal
subjects
for
perfecting
graphite
shading
techniques
such
as
rendering
smooth
tonal
shading.
In
this
class,
you'll
focus
on
achieving
a
seamless
transition
between
tones
to
enhance
form
while
depicting
how
light
more...
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264BIL378
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08/15
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Sa
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10:00am-3:00pm
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Wry
|
NYBG
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Accurate observation translates into sensitive, realistic drawings and is an essential skill for botanical artists. Using basic shapes, fruit, and leaves, learn contour drawing with an emphasis on proportion, and explore techniques such as foreshortening, perspective, and line weight.
|
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271BIL301BO
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08/20
|
Th
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5:30pm-8:30pm
|
Rawlins
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ONLINE
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Unlock
the
key
to
drawing
realistic
and
descriptive
flowers
by
identifying
the
specific
geometry
and
patterns
that
plants
in
the
same
family
share.
Guided
by
botanical
artist
and
author
of
The
Album
of
Plant
Families,
Wendy
Hollender,
you'll
start
with
more...
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271BIL460
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08/20
|
Th
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1:00pm-7:00pm
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Hollender
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NYBG
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Much
like
our
own
family,
plant
families
share
characteristics,
often
in
the
arrangement
of
their
flowers,
leaves,
and
stems.
Acclaimed
botanical
artist
Wendy
Hollender
depicts
twenty-four
plant
families
commonly
encountered
in
the
garden
and
in
the
wild
in
her
newest
more...
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271LEC214
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08/20
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Th
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10:30am-11:30am
|
Hollender
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MERTZLIBRARY
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September
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This intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite.
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271BIL145F
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09/02
|
We
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11:00am-2:00pm
|
Wry
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NYBG
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Featuring
a
myriad
of
colors
ranging
from
green
to
red,
blue,
pink
and
purple,
tomatoes—a
kitchen
staple—are
fascinating
subjects
for
botanical
illustration.
Learn
how
to
observe
the
subtle
underlying
tones
as
you
prepare
to
draw
an
heirloom
tomato
using
colored
more...
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271BIL418O
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09/03
|
Th
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6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Shin
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ONLINE
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Building
on
Botanical
Drawing
I
skills,
learn
to
tone
fruit,
vegetables,
leaves,
and
branches.
Focus
on
concepts
of
light
source,
value,
and
shading
to
create
form.
Learn
to
translate
color
into
black
and
white,
and
create
the
illusion
of
depth
more...
|
|
271BIL302CO
|
09/14
|
Mo
|
5:30pm-8:30pm
|
Vogel
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
|
|
This
comprehensive
class
covers
the
basic
techniques
of
botanical
watercolor.
Learn
how
to
use
your
brushes
to
make
smooth,
underlying
washes,
as
well
as
to
create
fine
detail.
Color
theory
will
teach
you
how
paints
interact,
and
how
to
select
more...
|
|
271BIL331BO
|
09/15
|
Tu
|
1:00pm-4:30pm
|
Rossetti
|
ONLINE
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Study, draw, and paint from a collection of dried seaweed and beach plants collected from summer trips in Cape Cod. Gain an appreciation for plant life that can be found along the shore and develop your drawing and watercolor skills.
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271BIL355
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09/15
|
Tu
|
11:00am-2:00pm
|
Wry
|
NYBG
|
|
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Examine
the
enormous
variety
of
forms
and
structural
adaptations
of
flowering
plants—the
world's
dominant
plant
group.
Through
lectures,
demonstrations,
and
laboratory
studies,
learn
to
recognize
and
draw
the
many
plant
parts
and
growth
stages
of
the
most
common
plant
families.
more...
|
|
271BIL300CO
|
09/16
|
We
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10:30am-1:00pm
|
Day
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ONLINE
|
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|
If
you're
looking
to
transition
from
drawing
to
watercolor
painting
or
fine
tune
your
watercolor
techniques,
this
class
is
for
you.
You
will
practice
basic
techniques
such
as
flat
washes,
glazing,
graded
washes,
and
dry
brush
for
fine
details.
Dilutions
more...
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271BIL407O
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09/17
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Th
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Vogel
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ONLINE
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Forethought
and
an
understanding
of
basic
composition
principles
are
the
foundation
of
any
balanced
work
of
art.
Through
group
critiques,
discussions
and
a
variety
of
exercises,
we'll
experiment
with
a
wide
range
of
principles,
including
focal
point,
the
rule
of
more...
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271BIL421BO
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09/19
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Sa
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10:00am-3:00pm
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Rogers-Knox
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ONLINE
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Learn
the
basic
watercolor
techniques
used
by
botanical
artists
while
painting
a
Japanese
anemone
from
the
photograph
provided.
Demonstrations
will
show
you
how
to
lay
a
smooth
wash
and
how
to
shade
a
form
to
make
it
look
3D,
among
more...
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271BIL151O
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09/20
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Su
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11:00am-4:30pm
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Rossetti
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ONLINE
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Focus on the most brilliant and seasonal foliage—the ginkgo leaf. Learn the basic watercolor techniques used by botanical artists while painting these fan-shaped leaves from the photograph provided. Flat wash, layering and other techniques will be covered.
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271BIL203O
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09/26
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Sa
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11:00am-1:45pm
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Vogel
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ONLINE
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Gain
an
understanding
of
how
light
interacts
with
multiple
botanical
subjects
in
a
single
composition.
Light
on
form
is
critical
to
creating
dimension
in
a
botanical
illustration;
when
a
composition
contains
several
botanical
specimens,
additional
attention
to
the
placement
of
more...
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271BIL450O
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09/28
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Mo
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10:00am-1:00pm
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James
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ONLINE
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Accurate observation translates into sensitive, realistic drawings and is an essential skill for botanical artists. Using basic shapes, fruit, and leaves, learn contour drawing with an emphasis on proportion, and explore techniques such as foreshortening, perspective, and line weight.
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271BIL301C
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09/30
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We
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11:00am-2:00pm
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Wry
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NYBG
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