BOTANICAL ARTISTS' SOCIETY OF QUEENSLAND CLASSES PROGRAM

JULY - DECEMBER 2008

Activities will be held in the Seminar Room at the Mt. Coot-tha Botanic Gardens.

Please note: Non-member price in brackets.

Skill Levels for Classes:

The following is a guide for people who are considering enrolling in BASQ courses.

Beginner:  Has no prior instruction in botanical drawing or painting techniques.

Intermediate:  Has an emerging ability in botanical drawing and painting techniques so as to depict a reasonably accurate representation of the subject.  Skills required include a basic knowledge of perspective and composition, an ability to recognise colour mixes and the ability to control washes.

Advanced:  Has the ability to accurately depict the subject so that it can be identified by a botanist.  In drawing - Has a good understanding of botanical drawing techniques and a sound knowledge of composition. Is able to apply this knowledge and demonstrate the ability to produce finished drawings to a high standard.  In painting - has the ability to control the application of colour. Has an excellent understanding of colour mixing and glazing techniques. Has the ability to obtain perspective in a painting through the use of colour.

If you wish to participate in a course, please download the registration form and when completed please email: registration@botanicalartqld.com.au

COURSES IN BOTANIC PAINTING ~ Tutor: Margaret Hastie

Note: Students must complete specific drawing classes before enrolling in the classes for Botanical Painting.

MH 001
Saturday July 5, 12, 19, 26   9.30am - 12.30pm
$145.00 ($170.00)
$50.00 Deposit
Introduction to Botanic Drawing - Part 1 4 X 3 hour classes

This four week course is designed to introduce people to the intricacies of botanical drawing which constitutes the fundamental structure of all botanic art. The focus is observation. Training the eye to see what is there, not what the mind thinks is there. Participants will learn to draw leaf shapes & simple flowers accurately, using line only.

MH 002
Saturday August 2, 9, 16, 23   9.30am - 12.30pm
$145.00  ($170.00)
$50 Deposit
Introduction to Botanic Drawing Part 2  4 X 3 hour classes
--Pre-requisite MH001 or beginner drawing completed in previous years.

The course builds on those skills introduced in MH001.  The subject matter will increase in complexity. Attachment to stem, flower parts, controlled line, shading and perspective will be covered. Notes will be provided.

MH 003
Saturday July 5, 12, 19, 26   1.30pm - 4.30pm
$145.00  ($170.00)
$50.00 Deposit
Botanic Drawing Part 3  4 X 3 hour classes
--Pre-requisite MH002 or beginner drawing completed in previous years.

This course builds on the skills learnt in MH002.  The focus of the four weeks will be composition.  Work at this stage will be on students preferred plant material.

MH 004
Saturday August 2, 9, 16, 23   1.30pm - 4.30pm
$145.00  ($170.00)
$50.00 Deposit
Botanic Drawing Part 4  4 X 3 hour classes
--Pre-requisite MH003 or intermediate drawing completed in previous years.

Further development of all drawing skills, the end result will be a plant study for the Botanica 2007 exhibition.

MH 005
Saturday August 30, September 6, 13, 20  9.30am - 12.30pm
$145.00  ($170.00)
$50.00 Deposit
Introduction to Botanic Painting Part 1  4 X 3 hour classes.
-- Pre-requisite Botanic Drawing Part 1 & 2

This four week course will introduce you to the exciting world of watercolour painting. Paints, paper, brushes, limited palette and an introduction to colour theory. Staining and non-staining pigments.  How to control a wash on simple leaves and petals.  Using watercolour is fun, come and enjoy!

MH 006
Saturday October 18, 25, November 1, 8   9.30am - 12.30pm
$145.00  ($170.00)
$50.00 Deposit
Botanic Painting Part 2  4 X 3 hour classes.
--Pre-requisite MH005 or beginner class completed in previous years.

This course reinforces the techniques taught in MH005 while introducing more complex shapes and techniques. Techniques include, wet in wet, dry brush, shading on colours. All classes include practical demonstrations, individual guidance and comprehensive notes.

MH 007
Saturday August 30, September 6, 13, 20   1.30pm - 4.30pm
$145.00  ($170.00)
$50.00 Deposit
Botanic Painting Part 3  4 X 3 hour classes.
--Pre-requisite Botanic Drawing 3 & 4, MH006 or beginner painting completed in previous years.

This course is designed to build on skills you have already developed, while introducing new techniques. Emphasis will be on composition, light and shade while gaining confidence in applying watercolour washes. Own choice of plant material.

MH 008
Saturday October 18, 25, November 1, 8   1.30pm - 4.30pm
$145.00  ($170.00)
$50.00 Deposit
Botanic Painting Part 4  4 X 3 hour classes.
--Pre-requisite MH007 or intermediate class completed in previous years.

Putting it all togther with an outcome to be exhibited in Botanica 2007.  Margaret will support you throughout this process.

MH 009
Wednesday June 25th  9.30am - 4.30pm
$80.00  ($105.00)
An Introduction to Acrylics

This is an introductory class on how to use acrylics in botanical painting. Glazing techniques using acrylics will be explored.

MH 010
November 15th
Margaret Hastie - Prepare your work for Botanica 2008
Beginner/Intermedite
Saturday 9.30am - 4.00pm
$30.00

Bring your work along for individual advice on completing and presenting it at Botanica. This subsidized day is for you to receive individual help to ensure that your painting is finished for Botanica.

RB 001
Sunday August 3rd  9.30am - 4.30pm
$160.00 ($210.00)
Robyn Graham - Banksia - Give it a go (Intermediate Level)

This is the second day of the 2 day workshop (Day 1 - June 22) where the 'fun' starts in earnest. Robyn will demonstrate how to make your 'Banksias' come 'alive' using watercolour paints.

GW 001
Wednesday September 17th  9.30am - 4.30pm 
$80.00 ($105.00)
Painting Leaves Gwenda's Way

How often does an aspiring artist try desperately to paint a favourite flower and is then put off by the leaves. Sometimes, leaves are just too hard to paint or the colour is too hard to mix. There is always help around the corner!

Many of you will have seen Gwenda's paintings at Botanica and Floressence. Her subjects are varied and challenging. They can have large or small leaves, some are lobed, others hairy, wide bladed or strappy with varied veination. But, in Gwenda's paintings they all look great! So, lets get together with Gwenda and learn some of her approaches. Bring any of your 'leafy' problems and discuss possible solutions.