Un-Be-Leaf-Able Botanical Watercolour Workshop
Un-Be-Leaf-Able Botanical Watercolour Workshop
In this watercolour painting class at historic Ellis House by the banks of the Swan River in Bayswater WA, you’ll dive into the surprisingly diverse world of gum leaves and botanical artwork. Discover essential watercolour techniques while studying colours and shapes, creating your own masterpiece to take home. No need to worry if you’re a total beginner - this workshop is perfect for all levels. You’ll be provided with all the materials you need, and no drawing experience is required.
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Explore watercolour materials and techniques in a relaxed setting
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Enjoy a variety of live and printed references for inspiration to create your own unique composition
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Make use of my pre-prepared templates if you want to forget the drawing and get painting quicker!
Pack your lunch and prepare to unleash your creativity! Tea and coffee will be available to keep you energised throughout the activity. Gain a fresh, green appreciation for nature and expand your artistic skills in this watercolour workshop. You'll leave with a newfound confidence in your abilities and a beautiful botanical artwork to keep.
What you'll get
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Expert guidance and tuition through the process of developing a botanical composition of gum leaves and painting them using different watercolour techniques.
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You will have a bank of references to work from, live foliage, printed and digital images, and practical templates.
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You will have access to your own palette, a selection of brushes, premium paints and 100% cotton paper.
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You'll have technique practise pages and a painting to take home!
Knowledge required
If you have picked up a brush and know which end is which, this class is fine for you! We welcome artists who have experience in other mediums but have never used watercolour before, people with a little watercolour experience hoping to gain some more knowledge, or more practiced artists who just want a creative day out with everything laid out for them.
What to bring
Lunch, a water bottle and your creative enthusiasm.
Original watercolours are presented to the highest professional standard, ensuring both beauty and protection.
- Framing: Every original artwork that you choose to be framed will be under glass, and includes a white matboard. This mat separates the artwork from the glass, protecting the paper while enhancing the overall presentation.
