INTRODUCTION TO BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION- 28 JULY

Date: Monday 28th July 

Tutor: David Lewry, BA (Hons), SWSBA, UKCPS, runs a number of very  successful classes and workshops in watercolour and drawing. He tutors on  cruise ships where he has inspired many people to take up an exciting new  hobby. As an accomplished Botanical Artist, he was awarded a silver medal by  the Royal Horticultural Society in 2009 and has contributed illustrations to  several award-winning books and magazines. 

Description: Students will be given a brief history of botanical illustration and the methods  and standards employed by artists practising this fascinating and absorbing art  form. They will then be guided through a series of exercises demonstrating the  techniques required before producing their own drawing of a botanical subject.  By using coloured pencils, it is possible for anybody to achieve excellent results  without any previous experience or having to master complicated painting skills.  The course will also appeal to more experienced artists seeking to expand their  range of subjects. Your tutor is an award-winning botanical artist with extensive  teaching experience including working at the Eden Project in Cornwall. 

Level of course: Details to follow

Student requirements: Please bring along any coloured pencils that you have  available (there will be a limited number to borrow on the day), graphite pencils  (2B & 2H), eraser & pencil sharpener. 2 sheets of Hot Pressed watercolour  paper (approx., 10 x 12 inches) – this will be available to purchase on the day  for £3 for 2 sheets. 

The schedule: Details to follow