Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events, tagged botanical art exhibition, England, floral, flowers, National Trust Property, paint on May 23, 2013 | Leave a Comment »
The Society of Floral Painters will celebrate the launch of their 2013 exhibition on June 1. The exhibition will be held at the National Trust Property – The Vyne from June 1-23, 2013. Gallery hours are 12-5 PM Monday to Friday
and 11 AM – 4 PM Saturday and Sunday.
The Vyne is located at Vyne Road, Sherbourne St. John, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 9HL. Click on the poster for directions.
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Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities, tagged Alison Day, botanical art, botanical illustration, drawing, England, Lewisham Arthouse on March 26, 2013 |
Enjoy the spring season and plan ahead to summer. Here is an update to
Classes Near You > England.
Lewisham Arthouse, London
www.lewishamarthouse.co.uk
The Lewisham Arthouse once served as the central library of Deptford. Designed by architect Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas (1868-1948) and funded by Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919), this former library is now features a public gallery and studio space for professional artists. Artist studios are open to the public once per year. Exhibitions in the gallery are open to the public year-round, free of charge. Ten-week botanical illustration classes are taught by Alison Day. Watch for information about her next class.
This introductory course aims to provide an opportunity to explore the art and science of botanical Illustration. Students will have the opportunity to explore both drawing and painting plants whilst learning a range of graphic techniques used to represent plant material. Some basic theory is taught and where relevant historical and contemporary practice is referenced.
The course is taught by a practicing artist who has a background in the science of botany and the practice of fine art.
Students are asked to bring their own ideas and specimens to the course. Basic materials and reference literature are provided, students must provide their own sketchbook pencils and colours.
All are welcome, no experience needed.
This is a small class and provides a supportive and relaxed environment in which to draw. Places are limited so booking is required. Please contact Alison Day.
The Lewisham Arthouse is located at 140 Lewisham Way, New Cross, SE14 6PD.
Transport: BR/overground. New cross/New Cross Gate.
Bus 136, 21, 436, 321
Disabled access
Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, tagged Anna Knights, botanical art, distance learning, England, online classes on December 5, 2012 |
When we last spoke with botanical artist Anna Knights in August 2011, there was a lot of conversation about online classes, specifically learning botanical art from Anna through this medium. I am happy to help Anna announce that she will launch a new online learning community next year.
Botanical Painting: An Online Workshop with Anna Knights will be a free-to-join online community for people at all levels of experience. This new workshop will begin next summer.
Community members will have their own profile pages and have access to a discussion forum, video demonstrations and written tips from Anna. Members will be able to learn at their own pace through the completion of special projects. These projects will be available for purchase through the program’s website. Personalized one-on-one instruction from Anna will be available at an additional cost.
To learn more about this exciting new learning opportunity,
join Anna’s mailing list for more information.
This information and a link to Anna’s 2013 course schedule can be viewed at Classes Near You > England.
Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, gardening, Learning Opportunities, nature, tagged art, botanical illustration, cycling, England, fiber art, Greystoke, wildlife art on November 28, 2012 |
This haven for cyclists and creatives has announced their schedule of classes for 2013. Here is what’s new at Classes Near You > England:
Greystoke Cycle Café & Tea Garden
www.greystokecyclecafe.co.uk
You may remember learning about the Greystoke Cycle Café & Tea Garden during an interview with Billy Showell. This rest stop for cyclists not only provides everything a cyclist needs, it also provides a full schedule of workshops taught by artists and other professionals. The 2013 schedule includes:
See the Greystoke Cycle Cafe’s Quirky Workshops page to view their current class schedule.
Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, gardening, general botany, Learning Opportunities, natural science illustration, tagged botanical art, botanical illustration, Cambridge University, England, insects, roses, trees on November 21, 2012 |
Cambridge University Botanic Garden has announced its schedule of classes and events for 2013.
The Garden’s schedule can be viewed online, but if you are close enough to pick up the new What’s On program for 2013, I recommend picking one up. The color-coded “Year At a Glance” calendar provides an easy way to view the complete schedule of classes and events. The program is available at the garden and at locations throughout Cambridge.
Here is what’s new at Classes Near You > England:
Cambridge University Botanic Garden
www.botanic.cam.ac.uk
The botanical garden at Cambridge University offers classes in beginning botany, plant photography, garden writing, woodblock printing, knitting flowers, garden history, gardening and botanical art. More than 50 courses will be offered in 2013; thirteen of these courses are about botanical art and related topics.
Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities, Photography, tagged botanical illustration, England, Harcourt Arboretum, Oxford University, Rosemary Wise on November 21, 2012 |
More news from Classes Near You > England!
University of Oxford Botanic Garden
www.botanic-garden.ox.ac.uk
The University of Oxford Botanic Garden is a collection of 13 distinct gardens and seven display greenhouses featuring over 5,000 species of plants. The garden offers educational programs for the public and for teachers. Together with the Harcourt Arboretum, the University of Oxford Botanic Garden forms the Museums and Collections department at Oxford University.
Botanical Illustration with Rosemary Wise
Rosemary Wise, botanical illustrator for the University of Oxford since 1965, will lead these courses. Come along to benefit from her expertise and experience in the beautiful surroundings of the botanic garden. Each class costs £60. Click on the links below for more information about each class and to register.
Introduction to Digital Photography and Botanical Photography
with John Hunt
Saturday, May 18, 2013
10 Am – 4 PM
This is a practical course designed to let you take pictures and learn while you take them. It will cover the basics of digital photography, including learning about macro and close-up photography. With such a wide variety of plants and flowers you will be spoilt for choice. We will also introduce the first steps in post-production, using Adobe Photoshop Elements where you will learn how to start optimising your images. This course is designed to get the best out of the beautiful surroundings of the botanic garden and the best out of you as a photographer. Cost: £60. View Details/Register
Art Workshop with Chloe Fremantle
Saturday, May 4, 2013
10 AM – 4 PM
Artist, Chloe Fremantle, will lead a creative painting workshop, sharing with you her techniques and the inspiration for her work. Examples of her work can be viewed at www.chloefremantle.com. Cost: £60. View Details/Register
More from the University of Oxford Botanic Garden
View the complete schedule of classes to be held at both the Oxford Botanic Garden and the Harcourt Arboretum. The wonderful selection of classes address topics such as: invasive species, bees, woodland management, willow weaving, tree climbing, plant identification and the Winter Lecture Series, Gardens, Plants and Design: A Historical Perspective
Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities, natural science illustration, nature, tagged animals, botanical illustration, England, flowers, natural history, Plants on November 19, 2012 |
The Field Studies Council has announced the details of its 2013 course schedule.
Here is what’s new at Classes Near You > England!
Field Studies Council
www.field-studies-council.org
Founded in 1943, the Field Studies Council (FSC) provides learning opportunities about the environment for all ages and abilities. Visit their website to learn more about interdisciplinary fieldwork opportunities, classes for individuals and families, publications and profession development courses. Courses are held across the FSC network of UK Centers, from the Scottish Highlands to the south Devon coast. The extensive schedule of classes for 2013 includes:
Botany Courses – Courses include studies of flowers, trees, grasses and grass like plants, ferns, freshwater and wetland plants, lichens, fungi, general plants, mosses and liverworts. View Details/Register
Natural History Courses – Courses include studies of the natural world, birds and other animals, habitats and conservation. View Details/Register
Art Courses – Courses include painting, drawing, crafts (e.g. bookbinding), traditional skills (e.g., basketry), photography, archeology and botanical illustration. Below is a list of botanical illustration classes that will be offered next year. Click on the link below for complete details:
View all details about FSC botanical illustration courses online.
Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities, tagged botanical art, botanical illustration, England, The Eden Project on November 19, 2012 |
The Eden Project in Cornwall, England announces a three-day drawing class with botanical artists Mally Francis and Ros Franklin.
Don’t miss the latest at Classes Near You > England:
The Eden Project
www.edenproject.com
Located in Cornwall, England, the Eden Project is a non-profit whose focus is connecting people to the natural world through educational programs, social programs, music and art. See how the Eden Project was transformed from a clay pit to an international institute for learning.
Posted in botanical art, tagged botanical art, Cotswolds, England, vacation on September 19, 2012 |
Farncombe Estate in the Cotswolds announces their 2013 schedule.
See the latest at Classes Near You > England:
Farncombe Estate, Cotswolds
www.farncombeestate.co.uk
A privately-owned parkland in the Cotswolds. Covering more than 300 acres, this private estate/conference center/hotel welcomes guests from all over the world. Follow Farncombe’s blog or become a fan of their Facebook page to learn more about this unique learning opportunity. Farncombe Estates’ new schedule for 2013 can be viewed online. The current schedule includes:
Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities, tagged drawing, England, painting on September 17, 2012 |
Begin your studies in botanical art! Here is an opportunity to study drawing and painting well into Spring 2013 at the University of Bristol Botanical Garden.
University of Bristol Botanic Garden
http://www.bristol.ac.uk/botanic-garden
A four-acre garden founded in 1882 by Adolf Leipner, professor of botany at Bristol University College. Plant collections address the following subject areas: plant evolution, Mediterranean plants, local plants, rare native plants, and useful plants. This garden was founded on an initial budge of £104!
Information about this course has been posted to Classes Near You > England.
Visit this page to also view information about many other classes that will be taught in England through the end of the year.
Posted in botanical art, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities, Photography, Special Announcements, Special Events, tagged England, exhibition, horticulture, photography on September 5, 2012 |
Davidia involucrata © Niki Simpson. Courtesy Royal Horticultural Society.
Botanical artist, RHS medal winner, and photographer Niki Simpson combines traditional botanical art with the latest in photographic technology in her solo exhibition at the RHS Lindley Library.
On view are 14 portraits of plant species grown at RHS Garden Wisley. In each composite illustration, Simpson brings attention to the morphological features of each plant and in doing so, creates fourteen beautiful digital botanical illustrations.
Fiona Davison, Head of RHS Libraries and Exhibitions, said, “The RHS is committed to preserving our horticultural heritage for all gardeners and garden-lovers to enjoy. This new exciting collection of works on display is a fascinating reminder that history never stands still, and that new technologies can go hand in hand with traditional techniques to create not only historical records, but also beautiful pieces of art.”
Niki Simpson worked in the RHS Botany Department for many years and managed the Herbarium Image Collection. Niki earned the prestigious RHS Gold Medal (1998) for her traditional botanical watercolor paintings and, in 2003, began exploring digital techniques for botanical art. Her digitally created botanical illustrations received RHS Gold Medals in 2007 and 2008.
Exhibition hours at the RHS Garden Wisley are 11 AM – 4 PM daily. For more information, visit the RHS Lindley Library website.
About RHS Lindley Libraries
The RHS Lindley Libraries are the largest visual and written resource on horticulture in the world. Collections including books, art, photographs and archives span 500 years of Britain’s gardening heritage. Designated as an outstanding collection in 2011, the Lindley Libraries work to safeguard Britain’s gardening heritage, promote access to our collections and share information on all aspects of gardening.
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Posted in botanical art, botanical illustration, Education, general botany, tagged drawing, England, Plants on August 22, 2012 |
There are many updates to Classes Near You > England.
We begin with Alison Day’s new ten-week course!
Lewisham Arthouse, London
www.lewishamarthouse.co.uk
The Lewisham Arthouse once served as the central library of Deptford. Designed by architect Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas (1868-1948) and funded by Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919), this former library is now features a public gallery and studio space for professional artists. Artist studios are open to the public once per year. Exhibitions in the gallery are open to the public year-round, free of charge. Ten-week botanical illustration classes are taught by Alison Day. Watch for information about her next class.
This is an introductory course for all, no experience needed. Students will have the opportunity to explore drawing plants and become aware of the range of techniques for representation together with some tuition in basic scientific structure of the plant. The latter not only increases the students’ appreciation of the plant, but assists in the rendering of the plant in graphic form.
Students will need to bring their own materials for drawing; all other equipment and materials are provided. The course is taught within an artist’s studio complex and is led by Alison Day, who is both artist/photographer and qualified botanist/environmentalist.
Early registration is required. For more information and to register, contact instructor Alison Day.
