Botanical Arts: Painting & Drawing (3-day)

23-25 Jul, 10am-4pm

Additional Information:
This class is held in our art studio, situated on the first floor. Access to the studio is ONLY available via stairs. For more information about access, click here.

Open to all adults – some experience of painting would be helpful.

This 3-day course teaches techniques in watercolour painting and drawing, Botanical Art and Illustration. Flowers, foliage and plants are observed, and step-by-step demonstrations are included with an emphasis on accurate and realistic depiction. A selection of fresh and dried material will be available.

CORE SKILLS:
– Developing the skill of drawing accurately for Botanical painting
– Developing observational skills with an aim to render a realistic depiction
– Developing watercolour painting skills for Botanical Art
– Tonal contrasts and textures to create a 3D effect
– Composition and design to achieve a well-balanced result

Materials (required by the students)
Bring in whatever watercolours/brushes you already have – the tutor will be in touch prior to the course to discuss further details.
* Paper will be available for purchase from the tutor if required.

Tutor
Marcia Hughes is a renowned local artist and experienced teacher.

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The programme is designed for people of all ability and experience. Age limits are at the discretion of the Landmark Arts Centre. Landmark Arts Centre reserves the right to make alterations to our published event programme where reasonably necessary. NO REFUNDS GIVEN FOR TUTOR or ACT SUBSTITUTION.