DAWN WRIGHT: Botanical Artist
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Monthly Botanical Art Classes -
Barnsdale Gardens, Rutland
10.00am - 3.30pm
Aimed at both beginners and those with some experience, these regular classes are held in the Garden Studio of the inspirational Barnsdale Gardens, which was home to the BBC's "Gardener's World" TV Programme.
With a new subject each term, students receive structured tuition which is easily adapted to individual needs due to the small class sizes. We are a friendly, supportive and welcoming group and would love to see you join us. Monthly classes are held on Saturdays or two seperate Wednesdays. Please contact me for 2024 dates.
£35 per class, a term payable in advance.
Individual Tuition
I am able to offer one-to-one classes in botanical and natural history illustration, in either your home or the Studio at Barnsdale Gardens.. Students undertake individual tuition for a variety of reasons, eg, the lessons fit in around their schedule, they are working on a specific project.
Classes can be booked in individual 3 hour sessions.
Should you prefer to be taught in your home, there is an additional mileage charge
Gift vouchers are available should you wish to buy a creative experience for a family member or friend.
Please contact me to discuss your requirements: djw.illustrations@hotmail.co.uk
07976 051545
2-Day Botanical Art Workshops - Barnsdale Gardens
Aimed at beginners and those with limited experience, these themed, 2-day workshops are a great introduction to the world of botanical art.
Small class sizes allow for individual tuition and progression in a beautiful setting (the cream tea is also quite yummy).
Click on the photo for more information on Barnsdale Garden's website. Booking is also via their website or office.
'Botanical Drawing & Illustration' -
Nottingham Trent University Short Courses
Following the success of the first two BD&I short courses, the programmes are continuing into 2024 as both a short course and as part of the University's Summer School events programme.
Click on the photo on the left for more information at NTU. Booking is via NTU's website
Examples of students' work:
Field Studies Council - Slapton Ley, Devon
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Botanical Art & Illustration: Beginners & Improvers
15 - 19 July 2024
Come and join me at the inspirational setting of the FSC's Slapton Ley Nature Reserve. The course is aimed at both beginners and improvers; it can be extremely advantageous for those with little or no experience to work alongside painters with some expertise. The sharing of skills and knowledge is greatly encouraged and can be beneficial to all concerned.
Click on the photo on the left for more information, including how to book onto this course.
Field Art Breaks
The Nightingale Centre, Great Hucklow, Derbyshire
7 - 9 May 2024 Exploring Botanical Art In Watercolours
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15 - 19 September 2024 Depicting Late Summer Details
These residential courses (not linked), are aimed at both complete beginners and improvers. Using watercolours and working directly from a choice of specimens, you will develop your knowledge and skills of botanical art, learning how to represent three dimensional objects on a flat surface.
Click on the photo for more information, including how to book onto these courses
Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust
Botanical Art: an introduction
Volunteer Centre, Rutland Water, Oakham, Rutland
18 & 19 April 2024
20 & 21 June 2024
26 & 27 September 2024
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2-day workshops (dates not linked though previous attendees are very welcome), providing an introduction to the wonderful world of botanical art. Suitable for beginners and improvers, we will explore developing drawing and painting techniques to accurately depict the natural world.
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