Artful Botanics at Norfolk School of Gardening

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Artful:Botanics at Norfolk School of Gardening SUMMER TERM

An exciting & enriching course designed by artist and art educator Lucy Perry to immerse students in a world of flora & natural forms through a variety of expressive artistic techniques in a range of media.

Each day will focus on a different media/technique. £100 per day includes all materials, coffee/tea. 

SATURDAY 20th APRIL 2024 Beautiful Blooms:
Lucy will guide students through explorations of colourful blooms in a variety of water-based mediums, creating vibrant and lively studies using a range drawing and brushwork techniques. As the day unfolds, students have the freedom to select a specific subject and method for more in-depth exploration. 

SATURDAY 11th MAY 2024  Drawing in the Garden:
We will be in the garden (whatever the weather, so come appropriately kitted out!) sketching en plein air to observe and record plant forms and spaces in a variety of ways using experimental and creative drawing techniques.
After a structured set of exercises students will have the opportunity to select their favourite areas of the garden for longer, in-depth studies.

SATURDAY 8th JUNE 2024 Drawing in the Garden inspired by Matisse:
We will begin the day looking at the work of Henri Matisse and appreciate how he represented natural forms. We will look at the exciting ways he developed his drawing techniques in his later years and use these to direct fun and informative drawing sessions in the garden using long sticks and scissors!

SATURDAY 29th JUNE 2024 Artful Cyanotypes 1

Learn the cameraless technique of cyanotype printmaking - one of the earliest forms of photography, it produces a blue image using the power of the sun. It’s the most perfect way to directly capture botanical forms. In this session we will cover the basics and look at double exposures.

SATURDAY 13th JULY 2024 Artful Cyanotypes 2
Learn the fascinating technique of wet cyanotype printmaking  - another exciting way to directly capture botanical forms using the power of the sun. It’s the most perfect way to capture botanical forms - wet cyanotypes are fascinating, organic exposures full of colour and pattern.

If you book all 5 days you will be issued with a £40 refund - 5 workshops for £460

Who is this course for?

This course is for anyone who loves natural forms and wants to find exciting ways to explore them artistically. You might be at the beginning on your art journey or you might be an artist or designer with lots of experience but looking for new ideas and the opportunity to take part in new art practices with like-minded folk….new ways of seeing leading to new possibilities. It will also provide you with an opportunity to relax and focus on mindful activities; restorative and connected to nature.

What is included?

All materials are included, as is tea and coffee. Aprons are provided. Free parking on site. The Norfolk School of Gardening is a unique and perfect setting for the course; when weather permits we will be able to use the gardens and greenhouses for our work. Free Parking.

Timings:

10 am - 3pm

Location:

Norfolk School of Gardening, Bixley Manor, Kirby Rd, Norwich NR14 8SJ

Up to 12 students can attend a workshop at Norfolk School of Gardening - please get in touch if you are booking for 4 or more attendees as a discount may apply or are interested in your own private/team building workshop.

What do past students say about Artful workshops at Norfolk School of Gardening…

“Thank you so much for Saturday.  I am inspired!  I have a bunch of hellebores on the table ready to draw…. I really enjoyed the course and I think you may have got me going again. “

“Thanks for a fab day. I really enjoyed it.”

“Neither of us has had an art lesson since we were at school, but with kind encouragement and professional guidance, we found ourselves lost in the moment and having a fine, botanical time with Lucy and our fellow students.”

“Such a fun day. Thank you.”

“Grateful for your encouragement and gentle guidance. Can we do it all again?!”

 “A huge thank you for today! I had so much fun and absolutely loved working in charcoal.”