Botanical Art & Illustration:
Intro Classes & Workshops


September

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...
271BIL151O 09/20 Su 11:00am-4:30pm Rossetti
ONLINE

This intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite.
271BIL145GO 09/23 We 6:00pm-9:00pm Miller
ONLINE

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.
271BIL203O 09/26 Sa 11:00am-1:45pm Vogel
ONLINE

Explore the steps of painting seasonal flowers such as tulips, daisies, lilies, and Gerbera daisies in watercolor. Gain the skills and confidence to create a flat wash, blend the right colors, and practice basic watercolor techniques—allowing you to bring your more...
271BIL230 09/27 Su 11:00am-3:30pm Wry
NYBG

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.
271BIL301C 09/30 We 11:00am-2:00pm Wry
NYBG

October

Learn the basic watercolor techniques used by botanical artists while painting miniature ornamental pumpkins. Flat wash, layering and dry brush techniques will be covered. This class will offer demonstrations and individual feedback from the instructor in an enjoyable and supportive more...
272BIL229 10/03 Sa 11:00am-4:30pm Wry
NYBG

Take your naturalist game to the next level by learning how to sketch. Drawing asks that you slow down and closely observe what you see, allowing you to identify unfamiliar species and investigate ecological connections. Focusing on trees, you'll learn more...
272NAT400 10/04 Su 11:00am-1:00pm Leighton
NYBG

Learn how to create autumn-inspired compositions across a two-page spread. Using ink, watercolor, and a provided template on paper vellum, you'll be able to illustrate and easily transfer your sketches of autumn leaves and other botanical subjects onto a horizontal more...
272BIL125 10/19 Mo 11:00am-1:00pm Yount
NYBG

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.
272BIL301AO 10/19 Mo 6:00pm-9:00pm Thompson
ONLINE

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.
272BIL140A 10/23 Fr 11:00am-2:00pm Wry
NYBG

This intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite.
272BIL145A 10/25 Su 11:00am-2:00pm Yount
NYBG
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