Botanical Drawing & Painting (All Levels)

About this course

The course focuses on drawing and painting botanical subjects, with graphite as the starting medium. Learners may also develop work in pen and ink or watercolour, depending on their stage and chosen approach. Sketchbook work, drawing paper, tracing paper and close observation are supported through the recommended materials, although the source does not specify a detailed teaching sequence or particular botanical subjects.

What you'll learn

• Develop botanical drawings using a range of graphite pencils
• Apply fine-line pen and ink to botanical work
• Work on botanical paintings using suitable watercolour paper

Is this course right for you?

The course is labelled All Levels and is presented for learners with differing degrees of experience. The information refers specifically to continuing students using pen and ink, while watercolour is available to those intending to work in that medium. No entry prerequisite is stated.

Before you go

• Bring a notebook that can also be used as a sketchbook, ideally A5 to A4 with smooth, heavy-duty paper.
• Suggested drawing materials include artist-quality graphite pencils, a sharp pencil sharpener and a kneadable eraser.
• Learners intending to use pen and ink should bring fine-liner pens in 0.05, 0.1, 0.3 and 0.5 tip sizes.
• Learners intending to use watercolour should bring hot-pressed 300gsm paper, preferably at least A3 in size. The paper should be pre-stretched, as paper will not be stretched in class.
• Tracing paper, a magnifier and an A3 or A2 portfolio are recommended for working with fine detail and transporting artwork.