Instructor: Pamela Thompson

Pamela Thompson
 Pam Thompson is a botanical artist in Pennsylvania where she strives to capture the unique, intrinsic artistry of local plants using colored pencil & watercolor. She is inspired by the flora of the farms and gardens of Bucks County where she resides, and on the native plants surrounding the glaciated lakes and bogs of the Pocono Plateau.

With a PhD in chemistry, Pam enjoys bringing a scientific perspective to her artwork & her teaching. She is a botanical art instructor with Draw Botanical, and strives to create an inviting and un-intimidating atmosphere for students of all levels to learn new skills and get inspired by nature.

Classes by this instructor


Avocados in Watercolor and Colored Pencil

Experience the magic of turning a simple subject into something extraordinary! From their pebbled, inky skins to their luminous green flesh and glossy seed, avocados offer endless opportunities to explore texture, color, and contrast. They are quick to sketch, satisfying more...
273BIL304O 01/07 Th 10:00am-1:00pm Thompson
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Botanical Drawing I: Methods and Materials

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
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