Cultivating Wonder:
Botanical Illustration in Ink & Watercolor
Manzanita, Oregon Coast
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Me with my watercolor sketchbook filled with botanical illustrations from around Oregon.
Stop and smell the roses… then paint them! In this botanical illustration workshop, the Wonder Garden at the Hoffman Center for the Arts in Manzanita, Oregon will be the subject of our sketchbook studies using ink and watercolor. We’ll explore simple shapes, loose lines, and splashy color while practicing a gentle kind of mindfulness in nature—no perfection required.
We’ll start by making simple pencil sketches from what we see in the plants in the garden, focusing on shapes and gestures. Then, you’ll learn how to trace your drawing with ink using a variety of easy, expressive lines. From there, we’ll add watercolor to bring your illustration to life—exploring color, layering, and simple ways to create depth.
Expect a relaxed, curious atmosphere, plenty of room to experiment, and a lovely handmade keepsake to take home. All levels welcome!
What you will learn
How to loosen up and sketch plants with simple, flowing shapes
Fun, expressive ways to trace your drawings with ink
How to splash in watercolor to add color, layers, and depth
An easy, joyful process for turning your sketches into finished art
Details
Please bring your own art supplies. See here for the art supply list.
Some snacks will be provided but please feel free to bring your own snacks or lunch as desired!
Part of this workshop is outdoors, so please dress appropriately (hat, sunscreen, good shoes, etc).
Registration
Cost is $110 (scholarships are available for this workshop)
Register through the Hoffman Center for the Arts website, link below.
From my watercolor sketchbook of the Oregon coast.