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2018 WINTER/SPRING CATALOG OF COURSES
TA B LE O F CO N TE N TS
FOR INFORMATION & Message from the CEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3
CONSULTATION ABOUT THE
SCHOOL OF BOTANICAL ART Course Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4
& ILLUSTRATION:
CALL: 720-865-3670
Courses at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7
Visiting Instructor Workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 12
EMAIL: sbai@botanicgardens.org
Introductory Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 13
VISIT OUR BLOG AT:
botanicalillustration.blogspot.com
Required Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 13
Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 17
FOR INFORMATION
ABOUT MEMBERSHIP: Registration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 27
CALL: 720-865-3525
EMAIL:
membership@botanicgardens.org
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT:
botanicgardens.org
SIGN UP FOR OUR
ART & EXHIBITS E-NEWSLETTER:
Select Art and Exhibits
Charlotte Ricker, Pen and Ink
Photos © Scott Dressel-Martin
Cover artwork left to right:
Lucy Smith, Watercolor
Elizabeth Virdin, Watercolor
Shiere Melin, Watercolor
MES S AG E FR O M TH E CE O
John Pastoriza Piñol, Watercolor
I’m pleased to share that the School of Botanical Art & Illustration here at Denver Botanic Gardens now
offers multiple avenues for artists of all skill levels to pursue their passion. For an initial goal, a foundational
certificate offers instruction in skills and media essential to a solid footing in the discipline. For those seeking
additional challenge and reward, a Certificate in Botanical Illustration offers subsequent aspiration. Enjoy
the varied offerings the School of Botanical Art & Illustration has to offer this season.
Brian Vogt, Denver Botanic Gardens CEO
A gold medal awarded to Denver School of Botanical Art & Illustration
for an exhibit of Rocky Mountains: Plants and Funghi with Altitude. Royal
Horticultural Society, Botanical Art Show 2017.
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2018 WINTER/SPRING COURSE REQUIREMENTS
SC HO O L O F B OTAN I CA L A RT A N D I LLU S TR ATI ON
The world-renowned School of Botanical Art and Illustration is located at Denver Botanic Gardens, providing students and
scholars with the opportunity to hone their skills in this specialized genre. Much has been said about the modern need to fuse art
and science to expand economic development and enlightenment, but few programs are as direct in their impact as botanical
illustration. The School of Botanical Art and Illustration focuses not only on technique but also on the plants themselves, with courses
in botany and microscopy and lectures from visiting artists. From small, highly interactive classes to real-world opportunities for
exhibition, sales and publication, the Gardens has every tool needed to instruct and inspire flourishing botanical artists.
Botanical art and illustration is the well-established tradition of portraying plants for scientific purposes, recording vanishing
species for historical record or rendering the beauty and inspiration we experience in the flora around us.
Denver Botanic Gardens School of Botanical Art and Illustration’s curriculum consists of a comprehensive series of classes
in botanical illustration, providing the drawing and illustration skills required to render accurate and useful depictions of the
plant world with a focus on detail. This program is for the dedicated illustrator as well as the devoted amateur. It culminates in
a foundational certificate or advanced diploma in botanical illustration for some students, and offers an ongoing program of
botanical illustration classes for others.
FOUNDATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN Core Course Prerequisites
BOTANICAL ART & ILLUSTRATION Botanical Illustration in Pencil I* None
Light on Form* Botanical Illustration in Pencil I
Introductory Course Botany for Botanical Illustrator None
Students wishing to learn more about botanical illustration or to
Composition None
brush up on their skills before beginning the certificate sequence
can take Introduction to Botanical Illustration, which is not part of Botanical Illustration in Pencil II* Botanical Illustration in Pencil
I, Light on Form, Botany for
the certificate requirements. Botanical Illustrator, Composition
for Botanical Illustration, Perfecting
Required Courses Perspective
The following 15 courses are required if you wish to receive a Color Layering for Colored Pencil None
Foundational Certificate in Botanical Art and Illustration. Classes Botanical Illustration in Colored Botanical Illustration in Pencil I,
should be taken in the order determined by their prerequisites.* Pencil I* Light on Form, Color Layering for
Courses consist of exercises, critiques, demonstrations and Colored Pencil
homework assignments. A list of supplies for each course will be Perfecting Perspective Botanical Illustration in Pencil I
sent with class confirmation. Please note: To receive credit for any Botanical Illustration in Colored Botanical Illustration in Pencil I,
course, attendance is required at the first class and at 80 percent Pencil II* Light on Form, Color Layering
of the course. for Colored Pencil, Botanical
Illustration in Colored Pencil I,
1. Botanical Illustration in Pencil I Botany for Botanical Illustrator,
2. Light on Form Composition for Botanical
Illustration, Perfecting Perspective
3. Botany for the Botanical Illustrator
4. Botanical Illustration in Pencil II Botanical Illustration in Pen and Botanical Illustration in Pencil I,
5. Composition for Botanical Illustration Ink I* Light on Form
6. Color Layering for Colored Pencil Botanical Illustration in Pen and Botanical Illustration in Pencil I,
7. Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil I Ink II* Botanical Illustration in Pen and
Ink I, Light on Form, Botany for
8. Perfecting Perspective Botanical Illustrator, Composition
9. Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil II for Botanical Illustration, Perfecting
10. Color Mixing Perspective
11. Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink I Color Mixing* None
12. Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink II
Botanical Illustration in Botanical Illustration in Pencil I,
13. Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I Watercolor I* Light on Form, Color Mixing
14. Botanical Illustration in Watercolor II
Botanical Illustration in Botanical Illustration in Pencil I,
15. Portfolio Preparation Course Watercolor II* Color Mixing, Botanical Illustration
in Watercolor I, Light on Form,
*Students are responsible for taking note of prerequisites and Botany for Botanical Illustrator,
Composition for Botanical
determining if they are eligible for a course. Class sizes are limited, Illustration, Perfecting Perspective
and seats are meant for those filling course requirements.
*To receive a credit it is expected that all assignments are successfully
completed no later than two weeks after the last days of class (Distance
learning option: 30 days after the conclusion of the on-site session.)
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2018 WINTER/SPRING COURSE REQUIREMENTS
SC HO O L O F B OTAN I CA L A RT A N D I LLU S TR ATI ON
Elective courses The Off-Site Learning Approach
Elective courses serve a variety of purposes. They are designed Following the two-day concentrated classroom instruction, three
to increase the student’s knowledge, ability and experience in internet sessions cover the remaining course elements. The
botanical art and should be integrated with the required courses. In successful completion of final artwork (a plate) one month (30
addition to the 15 required courses, students must select no fewer days) after the conclusion of the on-site session is the culmination
than 100 elective hours; it is strongly recommended that students of each of the distance learning courses.
take relevant elective courses simultaneously with the required
curriculum. The number of elective classes offered each year may Students must use a scanner or digital camera to record their weekly
vary. Typically, an elective course meets weekly for three hours over achievements and email the high-resolution image to the instructor
a five-week period (15 hours total), but condensed courses are also and the school manager. All student questions, as well as instructor
available. Guest instructor workshops may be taken as electives. answers, recommendations and suggestions, are handled by email.
The student must send a scan of the final plate to the instructor and
Science and Art Lectures the school manager in order to receive credit for the course.
Selected lectures at Denver Botanic Gardens qualify for elective
credits. Attendance at one lecture gives one elective credit hour; Elective Courses
students can receive a maximum of 15 credit hours from these A selection of electives following the in-class/off-site model is
lectures. Café Botanique is a lecture series open to School of offered occasionally.
Botanical Art and Illustration students, Gardens members, the
general public, academia and artists. Pre-registration is required. FOUNDATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN
BOTANICAL ART AND ILLUSTRATION
DISTANCE LEARNING OPTION IN 2018
In addition to our traditional on-site botanical illustration Upon completion of all course work, students may express their
curriculum, we offer an in-class/off-site option that combines interest in submitting their portfolio for review by requesting a
classroom participation with remote online learning. The courses transcript from the program manager and registering for the
in the traditional on-site curriculum are interchangeable with the Portfolio Preparation Course by January 16, 2018.
courses in the distance learning option.
The Portfolio Preparation Course is mandatory for graduation. In
Required On-Site Courses spring 2018, the Portfolio Preparation Course is offered at two
The following required courses are held on-site over three days different times. Candidates who have taken this course prior to 2018
(Friday through Sunday). Work for these classes is completed do not need to attend; however, the update course is free of charge if
entirely in the classroom. already taken prior to 2018 and if space is available. Please contact
• Botanical Illustration in Pencil I the manager for availability.
• Light on Form
After the Portfolio Preparation Course, candidates have the
• Botany for the Botanical Illustrator
opportunity for individual consultation with instructors to refine
• Composition for Botanical Illustration
their portfolio pieces prior to the final portfolio drop-off on
• Color Layering for Colored Pencil September 4, 2018. More detailed information is circulated at
• Perfecting Perspective the Portfolio Preparation Course.
• Portfolio Preparation Course
The complete portfolio must contain five finished botanical plates
Required Online Courses with On-Site Component (preferable plate size 11” x 14” or smaller) in the following media:
The following courses are offered through a combination of a two- 1. Graphite pencil
day on-site intensive classroom experience and online instruction: 2. Colored pencil
• Botanical Illustration in Pencil II 3. Pen and ink
• Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil I 4. Water media
5. A rtist’s choice (a plate in any of the media taught or a
• Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil II
combination of them). The subject matter for this plate can
• Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink I be anything included in the school’s teaching curriculum.
• Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink II
• Color Mixing KEY DATES FOR 2018 PORTFOLIO REVIEW:
• Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I Final Portfolio Drop-off: September 4, 2018
• Botanical Illustration in Watercolor II Portfolio Review: October 2, 2018, 1-3 p.m.
GRADUATION CEREMONY FOR 2018 GRADUATES:
Classroom Instruction November 18, 2018, 1-2 p.m.
The classroom instruction portion of courses offered with an
ANNUAL GRADUATE AND 2018 STUDENT SHOW
online component covers the material in 10 hours spread over
OPENING RECEPTION:
two consecutive days. During this classroom session the student
November 18, 2018, 2-3 p.m.
will learn new techniques and receive one-on-one tutoring.
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2018 WINTER/SPRING COURSE REQUIREMENTS
SC HO O L O F B OTAN I CA L A RT A N D I LLU S TR ATI ON
DIPLOMA IN BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION
To be eligible for the diploma program, a student must have completed the Foundational Certificate in Botanical Art and Illustration
from Denver Botanic Gardens. Students are also eligible if they have completed a certificate in botanical art and illustration, scientific
illustration, nature illustration or equivalent from another institution.
Requirements for Diploma in Botanical Illustration
1. O ne hundred (100) elective classroom hours, including a minimum of three courses (15-18 hours each) at the master’s level.
2. Portfolio containing four (4) finished botanical plates selected from any the following media (maximum plate size 11” x 14”).
Portfolio must include at least two different media:
• graphite • gouache
• carbon dust • watercolor pencil
• polycarbonate pencil • transparent acrylics
• ink (technical pen, quill, brush, scratchboard) • egg tempera
• colored pencil (oil and/or wax based) • silverpoint
• watercolor • A mixture of the above
Oils, pastels or digital media are not accepted as part of the portfolio.
3. C
ompletion of a supervised independent study (a minimum of 6 weeks or 240 hours). The independent study may include, for
example:
• R esearch on a rare species, an invasive species, noxious weed, fossil, pollination biology or other. Includes an essay and a
minimum of four illustrations (containing dissections.)
• Dummy book with an educational theme or content directed to children.
•A
n internship as an illustrator at a museum, botanic garden, science center or other relevant institution that provides on-the-
job experience as a scientific/botanical illustrator.
The annual application deadline is October 31.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Denver Botanic Gardens School of Botanical Art and Illustration awards annual scholarships to any new student who is planning to
enroll in any of the required classes without prerequisites at the School of Botanical Art and Illustration. The awards are determined on
a competitive basis and require the submission of a portfolio and artist’s statement.
The annual application deadline is October 31.
Lucy Smith, Graphite
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C OUR SES AT A G L ANC E
JANUARY – FEBRUARY 2018
Class/Instructor Day/Times Dates Medium Page
Sacred Doorways – Beginner Level Monday
Jan. 29 Open to All 18
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – noon
Sacred Doorways – Advanced Monday
Feb. 12, 19 1 – 2 previous SD sessions 18
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – noon
OPEN STUDIO Monday Jan. 22,
Open to All 17
Instructor varies 9 a.m. – noon Feb. 5
Ethnobotany: Creating a Botanical Narrative 5 Mondays Jan. 15, 22, 29, Mixed media (E)
24
Susan DiMarchi 1-4 p.m. Feb. 5, 12 P&I I, CP I, COM, PP
Expressive Ink Essentials 5 Mondays Jan. 15, 22, 29, Ink (E)
22
Susan DiMarchi 6-9 p.m. Feb. 5, 12 P&I I
Botany for Botanical Illustrator 5 Tuesdays Jan. 16, 23, 30, Techniques (R)
14
Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski 9 a.m. – noon Feb. 6, 13 Open to All
Light on Form 5 Tuesdays Jan. 16, 23, 30, Techniques (R)
15
Marjorie Leggitt 1-4 p.m. Feb. 6, 13 P1
Composition for Botanical Illustrator 5 Tuesdays Jan. 16, 23, 30, Techniques (R)
14
Marjorie Leggitt 6-9 p.m. Feb. 6, 13 Open to All
The Tropical Plants of Winter in Colored Pencils 5 Wednesdays Jan. 17, 24, 31, Colored Pencils (E)
23
Susan DiMarchi 9 a.m. – noon Feb. 7, 14 CP I
Color Mixing 5 Wednesdays Jan. 17, 24, 31, Techniques (R)
17
Constance Sayas 1-4 p.m. Feb. 7, 14 Open to All
Focus on Foliage with Houseplants 5 Wednesdays Jan. 17, 24, 31, Watermedia (E)
25
Constance Sayas 6-9 p.m. Feb. 7, 14 WC I
Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink I 5 Thursdays Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, Pen and Ink (R)
15
Renee Jorgensen 9 a.m. – noon Feb. 8, 15 LoF
Botanical Illustration in Pencil I 5 Thursdays Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, Graphite (R)
14
Renee Jorgensen 1-4 p.m. Feb. 8, 15 Open to All
Botanical Illustration in Pencil I Fri, Sat, Sun Graphite (R)
Jan. 12, 13, 14 14
Randy Raak 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open to All
Winter Sketching in the Gardens Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (E)
Jan. 19, 20, 21 20
Marjorie Leggitt 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open to All
Color Layering for Colored Pencils Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (R)
Jan. 26, 27, 28 16
Susan Rubin 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open to All
Create a Garden Flag Fri, Sat, Sun Colored pencils (E)
Feb. 2, 3, 4 23
Libby Kyer 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open to All
PLEASE NOTE: Students with Botanical Illustration Certificate are eligible to take all electives
(NC) Non Credit; (R) Required Course; (E) Elective Course; P: Pencil, P&I: Pen and Ink, LoF: Light on Form, PP: Perfecting Perspective, BO: Botany, CA; Calligraphy; EI: Expressive Ink;
COM: Composition, CL: Color Layering for Colored Pencil, CP: Colored Pencil; CM: Color Mixing; WC: Water Color; Z: Zentangle
= Visiting Instructor | = Distance Learning Option | = Off-Site
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COUR SES AT A G L ANC E
FEBRUARY – MARCH 2018
Class/Instructor Day/Times Dates Medium Page
Sacred Doorways - Beginner Level Monday
March 5 Open to All 18
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – noon
Sacred Doorways - Gilding Monday
March 19 1-2 previous SD sessions 18
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – noon
OPEN STUDIO Monday Feb. 26,
Open to All 17
Instructor varies 9 a.m. – noon March 12
Pen and Ink Brush-Up Monday
March 26 P&I I 18
Marjorie Leggitt 9 a.m. – noon
Orchids in Watercolor Monday Feb. 19, 26, Watermedia (E)
25
Constance Sayas 1-4 p.m. March 5, 12, 19 WCI
Botanical Illustration in Pencil II 5 Tuesdays Feb. 20, 27, Graphite (R)
15
Randy Raak 9 a.m. – noon March 6, 13, 20 LoF, BO, COM, PP
Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I 5 Tuesdays Feb. 20, 27, Watermedia (R)
17
Laurence Pierson 1-4 p.m. March 6, 20, 27 LoF, CM
Tulips and Other Flowers from the Ottoman Gardens:
5 Tuesdays Feb. 20, 27, Watermedia (E)
Graphite and Watercolor 26
6-9 p.m. March 6, 20, 27 WCI
Laurence Pierson
In the Footsteps of Stephen H. Long 5 Wednesdays Feb. 21, 28, Pen and Ink (E)
22
Marjorie Leggitt 9 a.m. – noon March 7, 14, 28 P&I II
The Illuminated Acanthus Leaf 4 Wednesdays Feb. 21, 28, Watercolor Pencil (E)
25
Renee Jorgensen 1-5 p.m. March 7, 14 WCP I
Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil I 5 Thursdays Feb. 22, Colored Pencils (R)
16
Susan DiMarchi 9 a.m. – noon March 1, 8, 15, 22 LoF, CL
Perfecting Perspective 5 Thursdays Feb. 22, Techniques (R)
15
Marjorie Leggitt 1-4 p.m. March 1, 8, 22, 29 PI
The Wonderful World of Values and Texture in Pen and Ink 5 Thursdays Feb. 22, Pen and Ink (E)
20
Marjorie Leggitt 6-9 p.m. March 1, 8, 22, 29 P&I I
Portfolio Preparation Course Friday All Coursework for the
Feb. 9 13
Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Foundational Certificate
Portfolio Preparation Course Saturday All Coursework for the
Feb. 10 13
Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Foundational Certificate
Complementary Colors in Colored Pencils Fri, Sat, Sun Colored Pencils (E)
Feb. 16, 17, 18 23
Susan DiMarchi 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CP I
Exploits in Watercolor Fri, Sat, Sun Watermedia (E)
Feb. 23, 24, 25 26
Constance Sayas 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. WCI
Light on Form Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (R)
March 2, 3, 4 15
Charlotte Ricker 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. PI
Ukrainian Easter Eggs: Pysanky Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (E)
March 9, 10, 11 19
Annie Reiser 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open to All
Botany for Botanical Illustrator Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (R)
March 16, 17, 18 14
Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski 9 a.m. – noon Open to All
PLEASE NOTE: Students with Botanical Illustration Certificate are eligible to take all electives
(NC) Non Credit; (R) Required Course; (E) Elective Course; P: Pencil, P&I: Pen and Ink, LoF: Light on Form, PP: Perfecting Perspective, BO: Botany, CA; Calligraphy; EI: Expressive Ink;
COM: Composition, CL: Color Layering for Colored Pencil, CP: Colored Pencil; CM: Color Mixing; WC: Water Color; Z: Zentangle
= Visiting Instructor | = Distance Learning Option | = Off-Site
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COUR SES AT A G L ANC E
MARCH – APRIL 2018
Class/Instructor Day/Times Dates Medium Page
Sacred Doorways - Beginner level Monday
April 16 Open to All 18
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – noon
Sacred Doorways - Advanced Monday
April 30 1-2 previous SD sessions 18
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – noon
OPEN STUDIO Monday
April 9, 23 Open to All 17
Instructor varies 9 a.m. – noon
5 Mondays March 26, Watercolor media (E)
Surface Patterns in Watercolor Pencil 25
1-4 p.m. April 9, 16, 23, 30 WCP I
Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil II 5 Tuesdays April 10, 17, 24, Colored Pencils (R)
16
Susan DiMarchi 1-4 p.m. May 1, 15 CPI, BO, COM, PP
Botanical Illustration in Pencil I 5 Thursdays April 10, 17, 24, Graphite (R)
14
Susan DiMarchi 6-9 p.m. May 1, 8 Open to All
March 21 (Hibiscus),
DOT: Superb Natural Detail of Keith Brockie’s March 28 & April 4
6 Wednesdays Graphite (E)
Birds and Nature Illustration ( Off site), April 20
9 a.m. – noon LoF
Randy Raak 11, April 18, 25
(Hibiscus)
Color Mixing 5 Wednesdays March 21, 28, Techniques (R)
17
Constance Sayas 1-4 p.m. April 11, 18, 25 Open to All
Botanical Illustration in Watercolor II 5 Wednesdays March 21, 28, Watermedia (R)
17
Constance Sayas 6 -9 p.m. April 4, 11, 18 WCI, BO, COM, PP
DOT: The Double Life of Piet Mondrian 5 Thursdays April 5, 12, 19, 26, Graphite (E)
21
Meredith Feniak 9 a.m. – noon May 3 P II, CM
Botanical Illustration in Pencil I Fri, Sat, Sun Graphite (R)
March 23, 24, 25 14
Constance Sayas 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open to All
Tree of Life 5 Thursdays April 5, 12, 19, 26, Techniques: Comics (E)
13
Jay Peteranez 6-9 p.m. May 3 Please see the catalog
Mastering Quill Fri, Sat, Sun March 30, 31, Pen and Ink (E)
12
Sarah Simblet, U.K. 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m April 1 Please see the catalog
Mastering Quill Mon, Tue, Wed Pen and Ink (E)
April 2, 3, 4 12
Sarah Simblet, U.K. 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m Please see the catalog
Color Layering for Colored Pencils Fri, Sat, Sun. Techniques (R)
April 6, 7, 8 16
Susan Rubin 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m Open to All
 2018 ARTS and ARCHIVES Tour to The Netherlands, and Andalusia, Spain April 9-23
Introduction to Botanical Illustration Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (NC)
April 13, 14, 15 13
Renee Jorgensen 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m Open to All
Composition for Botanical Illustration Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (R)
April 20, 21, 22 14
Marjorie Leggitt 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m Open to All
Botanical Illustration in Pencil II Fri, Sat Graphite (R)
April 27, 28 15
Charlotte Ricker 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m LoF, BO, COM, PP
PLEASE NOTE: Students with Botanical Illustration Certificate are eligible to take all electives
(NC) Non Credit; (R) Required Course; (E) Elective Course; P: Pencil, P&I: Pen and Ink, LoF: Light on Form, PP: Perfecting Perspective, BO: Botany, CA; Calligraphy; EI: Expressive Ink;
COM: Composition, CL: Color Layering for Colored Pencil, CP: Colored Pencil; CM: Color Mixing; WC: Water Color; Z: Zentangle
= Visiting Instructor | = Distance Learning Option | = Off-Site
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COUR SES AT A G L ANC E
MAY – JUNE 2018
Class/Instructor Day/Times Dates Medium Page
Sacred Doorways - Gesso Monday
May 14 1-2 previous SD sessions 19
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – noon
Sacred Doorways – Beginner level Monday
June 11 Open to All 18
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – noon
Sacred Doorways - Advanced Monday
May 21, June 25 1-2 previous SD sessions 18
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – noon
OPEN STUDIO Monday
May 21, June 4 Open to All 17
Instructor varies 9 a.m. – noon
Colored Pencil Brush-Up Monday
June 18 CP I 18
Susan Rubin 9 a.m. – noon
April 17
1Tuesday
( CU Boulder)
Drawing on Tradition: Ida Pemberton 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Watermedia (E)
April 24, 26
Laurence Pierson 5 Tuesdays WC I
May 1, 15, 22, 29
9 a.m. – noon
(Hibiscus)
Watercolor Pencil on Dura-Lar™ 5 Wednesdays May 16, 23, 30, Watercolor Pencil (E)
26
Renee Jorgensen 9 a.m. – noon June 6, 13 WCP I
Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink II 5 Wednesdays April 19, 26, Pen and Ink (R)
16
Marjorie Leggitt 1-4 p.m. May 3, 10, 17 P&I I, BO, COM, PP
Concertina Binding 3 Wednesdays Techniques (E)
May 2, 9, 16, 23 19
Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski 6-9 p.m. Open to All
The Historical Trees in Denver 5 Thursdays May 10, 17, 24, 31, Any media (E)
21
Randy Raak 9 a.m. – noon June 7 Please see the catalog
Carbon Dust Fri, Sat, Sun Graphite (E)
May 4, 5, 6 21
Randy Raak 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. P II
Creative Compositions with Spring Flowers in Graphite Mon, Tue, Wed Graphite (E)
May 7, 8, 9 12
Ann Swan, U.K. 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Please see the catalog
Creative Compositions with Spring Flowers in Colored Pencils Fri, Sat, Sun Colored Pencils (E)
May 11, 12, 13 12
Ann Swan, U.K. 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Please see the catalog
Make a Portfolio Case Wednesday Techniques (E)
May 2 19
Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Open to All
Perfecting Perspective Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (R)
May 25, 26, 27 15
Marjorie Leggitt 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. PI
Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink I Fri, Sat Pen and Ink (R)
May 18, 19 15
Charlotte Ricker 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. LoF
Color Layering for Colored Pencils Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (R)
June 1, 2, 3 16
Susan Rubin 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open to All
Botanical Illustration in Pencil I Fri, Sat, Sun Graphite (R)
June 8, 9, 10 14
Laurence Pierson 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open to All
Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil II Fri, Sat Colored Pencils (R)
June 15, 16 16
Susan DiMarchi 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CPI, BO, COM, PP
PLEASE NOTE: Students with Botanical Illustration Certificate are eligible to take all electives
(NC) Non Credit; (R) Required Course; (E) Elective Course; P: Pencil, P&I: Pen and Ink, LoF: Light on Form, PP: Perfecting Perspective, BO: Botany, CA; Calligraphy; EI: Expressive Ink;
COM: Composition, CL: Color Layering for Colored Pencil, CP: Colored Pencil; CM: Color Mixing; WC: Water Color; Z: Zentangle
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10COUR SES AT A G L ANC E
JUNE – JULY 2018
Class/Instructor Day/Times Dates Medium Page
OPEN STUDIO Monday
July 9 Open to All 17
Instructor varies 9 a.m. – noon
In the Footsteps of Stephen H. Long 5 Mondays June 4, 11, 18, 25, Watermedia (E)
22
Constance Sayas 1-4 p.m. July 2 WC I
Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil I 5 Tuesdays June 5, 12, 19, 26, Colored Pencils (R)
16
Susan DiMarchi 9 a.m. – noon July 10 LoF, CL
DOT: Butterflies and Bees of William H. Lizars 5 Tuesdays June 5, 12, 19, 26, Mixed Media (E)
23
Susan DiMarchi 1-4 p.m. July 10 EI, and WCI or CPI
Transparent Acrylics 5 Tuesdays June 5, 12, 19, 26, Watermedia (E)
26
Marjorie Leggitt 6-9 p.m. July 10 WC I
2 Wednesdays July 11, 18
Explore Mouth Goliath’s Weathered Beauty 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. ( Mt. Goliath) Any Media (E)
24
Randy Raak 4 Wednesdays July 25, Aug. 1, P&I I, and CP I or WC I
9 a.m. – noon Aug. 8, 15 (Hibiscus)
Botanical Illustration in Watercolor I 5 Wednesdays June 6, 13, 20, 27, Watermedia (R)
17
Constance Sayas 1-4 p.m. July 11 LoF, CM
Light on Form 5 Wednesdays June 6, 13, 20, 27, Techniques (R)
15
Constance Sayas 6-9 p.m. July 11 PI
Plants in Tolkien’s Middle-Earth 5 Thursdays June 21, 28, Mixed Media (E)
24
Susan DiMarchi 9 a.m. – noon July 5, 12, 19 Please see the catalog
Thursday May 31
Iris in Watercolor – Chatfield Historical Collection 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. ( Chatfield) Watermedia (E)
26
Constance Sayas 5 Thursdays June 7, 14, 21, 28, WCI, LoF, BO, PP
1-4 p.m. July 5 (Hibiscus)
Trompe L’Oeil: Plants and People, the Art of Ethnobotany Fri, Sat Colored Pencil (E)
June 22, 23 24
Susan Rubin 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CP II
Light on Form Fri, Sat, Sun Techniques (R)
July 13, 14, 15 15
Susan Rubin 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. PI
REGISTER
(REGISTRATION BEGINS
DECEMBER 5, 2017, 9 A.M.)
Ann Swan, Graphite and Colored Pencils
Online: botanicgardens.org
Phone: 720-865-3500
Inquiries and Consultation: 720-865-3670
PLEASE NOTE: Students with Botanical Illustration Certificate are eligible to take all electives
(NC) Non Credit; (R) Required Course; (E) Elective Course; P: Pencil, P&I: Pen and Ink, LoF: Light on Form, PP: Perfecting Perspective, BO: Botany, CA; Calligraphy; EI: Expressive Ink;
COM: Composition, CL: Color Layering for Colored Pencil, CP: Colored Pencil; CM: Color Mixing; WC: Water Color; Z: Zentangle
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11VISIT ING INS T R U C T O R W O R KS H O P S
SARAH SIMBLET, Oxford, U.K. JAY PETERANETZ
Mastering Quill with Sarah Simblet Tree of Life
“Drawing is the mirror through which I can understand my place If each leaf on a tree represented every known species on Earth,
in the world; it shows me how I think and makes me feel excited that tree would have over 1,750,000 leaves. Biodiversity is the
to be alive.” —Sarah Simblet life-supporting system for our planet and all the species on it.
Native species’ richness is linked to the health of an ecosystem.
This course offers three intensive days of experimental drawing
The relationship between a squirrel and a plant, seed dispersal
with artist Sarah Simblet. Through practical sessions using pencils,
and/or lack of water can all be shared as narratives. In this
dip pens, ink and paper and daily illustrated talks looking at
class, learn to tell a story in a comic format using your skills
great contemporary and historical works of art, you will explore
as an illustrator and botanist. Students are not expected to
the power and importance of drawing as an expressive medium
have any experience reading, writing or illustrating comics, as
through which we can learn to see, understand and record the
instruction will be provided for each of these three disciplines.
world of plants Fee: $400 member, $460 non-member (fee
Supplemental comic-based text, included in the course fee, will
includes ink, nibs, and Copic sketching pens). Prerequisites:
be provided and that will serve as a mentor text to demonstrate
Intermediate skills in Pen and ink including quill usage.
how scientific illustration can be used in the comic medium.
SESSION I Students will learn how to expand their skills with pencil,
DATE: Fri-Sun, March 30-31, April 1 shading, inks, composition and color layering throughout this
TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. process. Group and individualized instruction will be provided
SESSION II throughout the comic creation process, culminating in a two-three
DATE : Mon-Wed, April 2-4 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. page botanical-based comic story. Fee: $275 member, $325
non-member. Prerequisites: Botany for the Botanical Illustrator,
INSTRUCTOR: Sarah Simblet, Oxford, U.K.
Composition for Botanical Illustration, Perfecting Perspective,
No refunds for registration cancellations after March 1, 2018, Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink I.
unless your seat can be filled.
DATE: Thu, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10
Dr. Sarah Simblet is a fine artist, broadcaster, lecturer and anatomist TIME: 6-9 p.m.
whose works explores the relationship between science, history and art. INSTRUCTOR: Jay Peteranetz
She has published three major art reference books with DK: “Anatomy
for the Artist,” “The Drawing Book” and “Botany for the Artist” and Jay Peteranetz works closely with Denver Comic Con and the Pop Culture
exhibits her drawings through her books. She also recently co-authored Classroom to make sure the core values of education and learning use
“The New Sylva,” a breathtaking contemporary version of John Evelyn’s nontraditional resources to promote education through entertainment.
“Sylva” from 1664. Sarah is dedicated to sharing and encouraging He holds an MFA in sequential art from the Savannah College of Art and
visual intelligence in others through her drawings, teaching and Design. He teaches students ages 8-65 at the Art Institute of Colorado,
broadcasting worldwide. She contributes to contemporary art shows, the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design and in conjunction with
festivals and live events, and her work is held in national and private the Pop Culture Classroom.
collections. She also contributes regularly to British, American and
international television and radio programs about science and art, and
consults on national exhibitions. She is a tutor in anatomy at the Ruskin
School of Art, University of Oxford, and a lecturer at the National
Gallery, London.
Randy Raak
SAV E T HE DAT E :
Waterlilies with Lucy Smith:
August 17-19 (pen and ink), August 20-22 (watercolor)
Sarah Simblet
Fall Flowers with John Pastoriza-Pinol: October 5-8
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WORKSHOPS COURSES
ANN SWAN, U.K. IN T R O DU CT O RY CO U R S E
I. C
reative Compositions with Spring Flowers in
Introduction to
Graphite with Ann Swan
Understanding, observing and depicting accurate tonal values
Botanical Illustration
is fundamental to produce the perception of form that underpins Start at the beginning.
all botanical work in any medium. Explore the rich range of Whether you’ve had no
textures and tones that can be created with graphite pencils. experience with drawing
Ann will demonstrate a variety of techniques, tips and tricks or have forgotten what
to produce tactile textures that will add another dimension to
you learned way back
your graphite work. Fee: $350 member, $400 non-member.
when, this is the class
Prerequisites: Intermediate skills in graphite.
for you. Learn drawing
SESSION I
Renee Jorgensen basics step by step in this
DATE: Mon-Wed, May 7-9 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
gently paced course. Carefully explained demonstrations,
INSTRUCTOR: Ann Swan, U.K.
simple exercises and helpful critiques will show you how
II. C
reative Compositions with Spring Flowers in to draw what you see. Build your drawing skills to enter
Colored Pencils with Ann Swan the School of Botanical Art and Illustration with confidence.
Create a colorful contemporary Fee: $250 member, $300 non-member. No prerequisites.
composition with guidance from Ann to Note: If you have had some drawing experience, please go
give your design “wow” factor. Focus
directly to Botanical Illustration in Pencil I.
on planning your approach, when and
in what order you use techniques such
as resist, embossing, underpainting DATE: Fri-Sun, April 13-15 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
and blending. Learn how to select and INSTRUCTOR: Renee Jorgensen
layer colors to produce luscious, rich
and accurate color mixes and then
Ann Swan choose effective shade colors to give
your work depth without dulling the impact of your color.
R EQ U IR ED CO U R SES
Ann will also demonstrate some specific techniques for roots,
Portfolio Preparation Course
veins, hairs, stamens, tendrils, water droplets, highlights,
Upon completion of all course work (all required courses
lowlights and bloom; all those fascinating, fine details that can
add so much interest to your work. New techniques will be and minimum of 100 elective hours), students may express
included! Fee: $350 member, $400 non-member. Prerequisites: their interest in applying for portfolio review and certification
Intermediate skills in Colored Pencils. by requesting a transcript from the program manager and
SESSION II registering for the Portfolio Preparation Course by January
DATE: Fri-Sun, May 11-13 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 16, 2018.
INSTRUCTOR: Ann Swan, U.K.
No refunds for registration cancellations after April 5, 2018, Fee: $250 (includes the course, individual consultation with
unless your seat can be filled. the instructors and external portfolio review). The Portfolio
Ann Swan works primarily in graphite and colored pencil and is Preparation Course is mandatory for graduation. In spring
well known for her exquisitely fine detail, vibrant colors and strong 2018 the Portfolio Preparation Course is offered at two
contemporary style. She champions the underdog in the plant world,
different times. Candidates must choose one:
drawing our attention to Brussels sprouts or beetroots, feeling they are
just as beautiful as the iris or tulip. She is passionate about colored 1. Fri, Feb. 9, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
pencils, believing they are easy to master, forgiving and accessible 2. Sat, Feb. 10, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
so that even a complete beginner can quite quickly produce work of
quality. She runs regular workshops at her studio in Wiltshire and INSTRUCTOR: Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski
around the world including Spain, Italy, France, South Africa and
the USA. Ann also teaches for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)
at Wisley Gardens and for the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh.
She began to exhibit in 1990 and now shows her work worldwide.
Her work is represented in Shirley Sherwood Collection, RHS’ Lindley
Library and features in many private collections around the world.
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Botany for the Botanical Illustration in Pencil I
Botanical Illustrator Learn to draw! Begin with an overview
What is the difference of the specific elements of botanical
between a carpel and a illustration. Learn the skills of careful
pistil? Where can I find observation and realistic drawing in
the stamen? The science graphite pencil, including line drawing,
of the subjects you draw shading and perspective. Step-by-step
determines what you see! Laurence Pierson added techniques help you render
Put away your pencils accurate perspective, texture and
for this enlightening lab detail. This is the entry course for every program student and a
Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski
class designed specifically prerequisite for all required courses to follow. You’ll emerge from
for students of botanical illustration. Take a close look at plant this class with the tools you need to draw anything. Fee: $250
anatomy and learn to recognize botanical details that will make member, $300 non-member. No prerequisites.
your drawings more accurate and realistic. Learn plant morphology
through detailed instruction and supporting visuals. Your botanical DATE: Fri-Sun, Jan. 12-14 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
art will improve when you understand the subjects. Fee: $250 INSTRUCTOR: Randy Raak
member, $300 non-member. No prerequisites.
DATE: Thu, Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15 | TIME: 1-4 p.m.
DATE: Tue, Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13 INSTRUCTOR: Renee Jorgensen
TIME: 9 a.m. – noon
INSTRUCTOR: Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski DATE: Fri-Sun, March 23-25 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Constance Sayas
DATE: Fri-Sun, March 16-18 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski DATE: Tue, Apr. 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, | TIME: 6-9 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Susan DiMarchi
Composition for Botanical Illustration
The arrangement of line, shape and color in artwork is itself an DATE: Fri-Sun, June 8-10 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
art form. The difference between a pleasant picture and amazing INSTRUCTOR: Laurence Pierson
artwork is often found in composition. This course begins with a
study of recognized masters and contemporary illustrators. Learn
how to use compositional elements and principles in your botanical
illustration. Create your own thumbnail compositions and develop
insight and expertise to enhance your future illustrations. Fee:
$250 member, $300 non-member. No prerequisites.
DATE: Tue, Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13 | TIME: 6-9 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Leggitt
DATE: Fri-Sun, April 20-22 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Leggitt
Lesley MacGregor, Graphite
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Botanical Illustration in DATE: Wed, June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11 | TIME: 6-9p.m.
Pencil II INSTRUCTOR: Constance Sayas
Simple and classic, pencil
drawing is a timeless art DATE: Fri-Sun, July 13-15 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
form. Expand on the drawing INSTRUCTOR: Susan Rubin
skills you learned in Botanical
Illustration in Pencil I as you Perfecting Perspective
Angela Tingle reinforce and refine your Do you shy away from complicated
knowledge of graphite pencil. Learn additional techniques for plants? Even experienced illustrators
shading, texture, perspective, depth and composition. A good sometimes struggle with foreshortening
drawing is the basis of botanical illustration in any medium. and simplify their subjects to eliminate
Group instruction and individual attention are tailored to help difficult elements. Work with botanical
you complete a botanical plate in this subtle and striking medium. subjects that demonstrate each aspect
Nicky Cerasoli
Fee: $250 member, $300 non-member. Prerequisites: Light of perspective and learn techniques
on Form, Botany for the Botanical Illustrator, Composition for for seeing and depicting perspective accurately. The class will work
Botanical Illustration, Perfecting Perspective. entirely in graphite pencil, but the principles apply to all art media.
Gain confidence in your drafting skills and improve your drawings
DATE: Tue, Feb. 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20 from this class forward. Fee: $250 member, $300 non-member.
TIME: 9 a.m. – noon Prerequisite: Botanical Illustration in Pencil I.
INSTRUCTOR: Randy Raak
DATE: Thu, Feb. 22, March 1, 8, 22, 29 | TIME: 1-4 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Leggitt
ONLINE WITH ON-SITE COMPONENT
Fee: $305 member, $400 non-member
DATE: Fri-Sun, May 25-27 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
IN-CLASS SESSIONS:
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Leggitt
DATE: Fri-Sat, April 27-28 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
All assignments are to be completed no later than May 25, 2018.
Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink I
INSTRUCTOR: Charlotte Ricker
Pen and ink is at the heart of botanical illustration. Expand your
drawing repertoire as you learn techniques to create line, form
Light on Form
and texture in black and white. “Expressive line” and “stipple”
Take your drawings from flat to fabulous. The secret to portraying
become part of your artistic vocabulary as you practice this
light and shadow on your subjects lies in understanding the
traditional medium with modern and versatile technical pens.
scientific method of lighting as it applies to different forms.
Step-by-step instruction, demonstration and practice will give
Beginning with basic geometric shapes, refine your skills in
you the foundation you need to draw any botanical subject
showing light and volume on any subject. The class will work
accurately and skillfully. Fee: $250 member, $300 non-member.
entirely in graphite pencil, but the principles apply to all other
Prerequisite: Light on Form.
media. As you progress from fruits and vegetables to leaves and
flowers to entire plants with complex shapes, you will overcome
DATE: Thu, Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15 | TIME: 9 a.m. – noon
the obstacles in creating three-dimensional drawings. Fee: $250
INSTRUCTOR: Renee Jorgensen
member, $300 non-member. Prerequisite: Botanical Illustration
in Pencil I.
ONLINE WITH ON-SITE COMPONENT
Fee: $305 member, $405 non-member
DATE: Tue, Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13 | TIME: 1-4 p.m.
IN-CLASS SESSIONS:
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Leggitt
DATE: Fri-Sat, May 18-19 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
All assignments are to be completed no later than than June 22, 2018.
DATE: Fri-Sun, March 2-4 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Charlotte Ricker
INSTRUCTOR: Charlotte Ricker
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Botanical Illustration in Botanical Illustration in
Pen and Ink II Colored Pencil I
Take your pen and ink skills to a new You’ve learned to layer colored
level of sophistication. Explore the pencil; now learn techniques to
Gardens’ limitless world of color, texture draw effectively in this medium.
and complex botany and incorporate Apply your drawing skills and learn
this information into black-and-white new methods specific to colored
illustrations. Working with both technical pencils. Techniques include layering,
pen and traditional quill, learn advanced Ann O'Connel building and burnishing in color.
Susan Sullivan
techniques to make strokes mimic the fuzz This versatile, portable medium is perfect for sketching on location
on a fern, the down in a milkweed pod or the mottled colors as well as producing studio pieces. Learn through instruction,
of a variegated begonia. Learn how to layer and manipulate demonstration and practice on small studies of botanical subjects.
lines and stipples to develop a full range of value, texture and You’ll be ready to produce a finished plate in Botanical Illustration
atmospheric perspective. Pen techniques take on new meaning as in Colored Pencil II. Fee: $250 member, $300 non-member.
you flesh out the final inked illustration of a plant of your choice. Prerequisites: Light on Form, Color Layering for Colored Pencil.
Fee: $250 member, $300 non-member. Prerequisites: Botanical
Illustration in Pen and Ink I, Perfecting Perspective, Botany for the DATE: Thu, Feb. 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22 | TIME: 9 a.m. – noon
Botanical Illustrator, Composition for Botanical Illustration. DATE: Tue, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10 | TIME: 9 a.m. – noon
INSTRUCTOR: Susan DiMarchi
DATE: Wed, April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 | TIME: 1-4 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Leggitt Botanical Illustration in
Colored Pencil II
ONLINE WITH ON-SITE COMPONENT Take your colored pencil skills to the
Fee: $305 member, $405 non-member next level and become proficient in
IN-CLASS SESSIONS: this fun, versatile medium. Work
DATE: Fri-Sat, June 29-30 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. through a step-by-step process
All assignments are to be completed no later than Aug. 3, 2018. to create a preparatory layered
INSTRUCTOR: Charlotte Ricker drawing. Learn techniques to
create texture, detail and depth to
Karen Taylor
Color Layering for enhance your subject. Experiment
Colored Pencils with different surfaces and solvents for blending and shading. Add
Colored pencil presents a special depth with atmospheric perspective and learn finishing techniques
challenge: mixing color directly on your that will make your drawings pop. Individual attention will guide
drawing! Learn to use a simple color- you to create a finished botanical plate. Fee: $250 member, $300
mixing method adapted to the application non-member. Prerequisites: Botanical Illustration in Colored Pencil
Susan Rubin
of colored pencils. Two-, three- and four- I, Botany for the Botanical Illustrator, Composition for Botanical
color mixing will get you to the gorgeous greens and luscious lilacs Illustration, Perfecting Perspective.
you’ve been missing. Learn to determine shadow colors for vibrant
results. Practice color matching with a variety of plant material DATE: Tue, April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 15 | TIME: 1-4 p.m.
as you create your own extensive color workbook to speed color INSTRUCTOR: Susan DiMarchi
selection and application for all future colored pencil drawings.
Fee: $250 member, $300 non-member. No prerequisites. ONLINE WITH ON-SITE COMPONENT
Fee: $305 member, $405 non-member
DATE: Fri-Sun, Jan. 26-28 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. IN-CLASS SESSIONS:
DATE: Fri-Sun, Apr. 6-8 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. DATE: Fri-Sun, June 15-16 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
DATE: Fri-Sun, June 1-3 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. All assignments are to be completed no later than July 27, 2018.
INSTRUCTOR: Susan Rubin INSTRUCTOR: Susan DiMarchi
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Color Mixing Botanical Illustration in
The first step to watercolor painting is mixing colors. Learn a Watercolor II
system for combining colors consistently to eliminate frustrating Watercolor basics got you started;
trial and error. Exercises, demonstrations and discussion will now develop your confidence as
show you how to achieve the broadest possible spectrum. Learn you work toward completing a
about paint properties and important information about choosing finished plate from a live specimen
pigments. Practice mixing colors to match a variety of plant Angela Tingle in this most traditional of botanical
material. You’ll gain confidence and skills to improve your color media. The emphasis here is on bringing it all together. Learn and
work. Fee: $250 member, $300 non-member. No prerequisites. refine additional techniques through instruction, demonstration and
practice, with special attention given to layering, shading and
DATE: Wed, Jan.17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14 | TIME: 1-4 p.m. building form. Discover brush techniques and colors that enhance
DATE: Wed, March 21, 28, April 11, 18, 25 | TIME: 1-4 p.m. perspective and depth. Follow painting steps through completion,
INSTRUCTOR: Constance Sayas from broad washes to final detail. Learn how to fix mistakes and
understand why watercolor is a forgiving medium. Fee: $250
Botanical Illustration in member, $300 non-member. Prerequisites: Botanical Illustration
Watercolor I in Watercolor I, Botany for the Botanical Illustrator, Composition
Become part of the watercolor for Botanical Illustration, Perfecting Perspective.
botanical tradition. Combine
drawing skills and your knowledge DATE: Wed, March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18 | TIME: 6-9 p.m.
of color mixing as you discover the INSTRUCTOR: Constance Sayas
delight of putting brush to paper
to learn the specific techniques of
transparent watercolor. Instruction,
demonstration and practical exercises
ELECT IV ES
Milvi Gill
will guide you through a variety of
OPEN STUDIO
watercolor techniques: flat and graded washes, highlights and
Open Studio is for anyone who wants to experience a creative and
drybrush detail. Learn to build washes for depth of tone and
supportive environment without attending a structured workshop.
shading, and how to create soft and hard edges. With these
You can work on your own projects during open hours, at your
foundational skills, you’ll be ready to create a finished plate in
own pace. A tutor is available for help and advice (10 a.m. –
Botanical Illustration in Watercolor II. Fee: $250 member, $300
noon), but there will be no formal teaching. The tutor will help
non-member. Prerequisites: Light on Form, Color Mixing.
you get started on a project or advise how to add the finishing
touches. Attending the Open Studio is ideal for anyone who wants
DATE: Tue, Feb. 20, 27, March 6, 20, 27 | TIME: 1-4 p.m.
to advance his/her personal projects (or ideas) or needs to refresh
INSTRUCTOR: Laurence Pierson
his/her knowledge of any media. Fee: $30/session member,
$40/session non-member. Pre-registration required.
DATE: Wed, June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11 | TIME: 1-4 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Constance Sayas
TIME: 9 a.m. – noon
DATE: Mon, Jan. 22 | Constance Sayas
DATE: Mon, Feb. 5 | Susan Rubin
DATE: Mon, Feb. 26 | Renee Jorgensen
DATE: Mon, March 12 | Susan DiMarchi
DATE: Mon, April 9 | Randy Raak
DATE: Mon, April 23 | Renee Jorgensen
DATE: Mon, May 21 | Randy Raak
DATE: Mon, June 4 | Marjorie Leggitt
DATE: Mon, July 9 | Susan DiMarchi
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Pen and Ink Brush-up Sacred Doorways –
Was your last pen and ink Byzantine Iconography –
class years ago? Time to brush Beginner level
up! We’ve presented many More than a decorative element,
different pens and surfaces color plays a very important role
over the years – technical in Byzantine iconography, which
pens, sketching pens, quills, is one of the oldest art forms
bristol, mylar, plastic and to survive unchanged for the
paper. Each has its benefits. past 2,000 years. Students are
But, at this same time, all this introduced to both the practical
Marjorie Leggitt information can be confusing. Laurence Pierson and the theoretical part of the
It’s time to clear the air. Test some different tools, sample iconographic tradition (iconology).
various surfaces and refresh you techniques. These three hours Use natural materials: wood panels gessoed with naturally
are just what you need to refresh your knowledge, update ground, genuine gold leaf and egg tempera made from
your techniques, explore some new tools and reinvigorate natural pigments. Learn the language of light, color, image
your passion for pen and ink. Fee: $55 member, $70 non- and symbol, with the iconic symbolism explained alongside
member. Prerequisite: Botanical Illustration in Pen and Ink I. the technical instruction. Note: The sessions are independent
from each other and you can skip a session, however it takes
DATE: Mon, March 26 | TIME: 9 a.m. – noon several sessions to finish an icon. Fee: $55/session member,
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Leggitt $70/session non-member. Pre-registration required. Open
to both experienced and amateur students. No artistic
Colored Pencil Brush-Up experience is required from the beginning student.
Was your last colored pencil
class years ago? It’s time to TIME: 9 a.m. – noon
catch up! Innovative materials, DATE: Mon, Jan. 29
techniques and surfaces are DATE: Mon, March 5
constantly introduced to this DATE: Mon, April 16
ever-evolving medium. Try DATE: Mon, June 11
a selection of new colored INSTRUCTOR: Laurence Pierson
pencils, some new tools,
Susan Rubin
innovative surfaces and a Sacred Doorways – Byzantine Iconography –
multitude of new techniques. After these three hours, you’ll Advanced Students only
walk away with a refreshed toolbox, some charming little More than a decorative element, color plays a very important
studies and lots of new ideas. Fee: $55 member, $70 non- role in Byzantine iconography, which is one of the oldest art
member. Prerequisite: Colored Pencil I. forms to survive unchanged for the past 2,000 years. Students
are introduced to both the practical and the theoretical part of
DATE: Mon, June 18 | TIME: 9 a.m. – noon the iconographic tradition (iconology). Use natural materials:
INSTRUCTOR: Susan Rubin wood panels gessoed with naturally ground, genuine gold
leaf and egg tempera made from natural pigments. Fee: $55/
session member, $70/session non-member. Prerequisites:
One or two previous iconography classes.
TIME: 9 a.m. – noon
DATE: Mon, Feb. 12
DATE: Mon, Feb. 19
DATE: Mon, April 30
DATE: Mon, June 25
INSTRUCTOR: Laurence Pierson
182018 WINTER/SPRING COURSES
Secret Doorways: Gilding Concertina Binding
Whether gold is applied on haloes, backgrounds or even The bookbinding method where
painted on garments and buildings, its use in icons is very a book is sewn with finely
important as it symbolizes the Divine Presence. Learn the oil folded Japanese tissue paper
gilding technique and discover more about the symbolism was developed by conservators
and use of gold leaves in Byzantine icon painting. Fee: $55/ to protect text from coming in
session member, $70/session non-member. Prerequisites: direct contact with contemporary
Several previous iconography classes. adhesives like PVA when rare
books are rebound. This method
Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski
DATE: Mon, March 19 | TIME: 9 a.m. – noon can also be used to incorporate
INSTRUCTOR: Laurence Pierson illustrated and decorated text pages in book form. This
technique allows the pages to open 180 degrees. Make two
Secret Doorways: Gesso different books during this workshop. Fee: $250 member,
Egg tempera works best when applied on an absorbent and $300 non-member (including materials). Prerequisite:
smooth surface. Traditional gesso being the best material for Knowledge of basic bookbinding techniques.
icon painting, learn the characteristics of a good gesso, how
to prepare it and the different steps to apply it on a wooden DATE: Wed, May 2, 9, 16, 23 | TIME: 6-9 p.m.
panel. Prerequisites: Several previous iconography classes. INSTRUCTOR: Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski
DATE: Mon, May 14 | TIME: 9 a.m. – noon Ukrainian Easter Eggs:
INSTRUCTOR: Laurence Pierson Pysanky
Beautiful batik with a botanical
Laurence Pierson has over 25 years of experience in icon flair! Start with an introduction
painting. She studied iconography at the Louvre, Paris, to the history of the centuries-
under a Lebanese master. Later, she studied with a Greek old craft of decorating
and a Chilean iconographer, and thus was exposed to Ukrainian Easter eggs or
different schools and different techniques while refining her “Pysanky” and study botanical
own approach. Laurence has taught in France and Ireland, Annie Reiser motifs in traditional ornamental
and since 2010, in Denver. patterns. Create your original
egg design by combining motifs and changing up colors.
Learn about the specialized techniques and tools for this batik
Make an Art Portfolio Case method using aniline dyes with wax resist. A discussion of
This workshop is geared toward dye colors and preparation will have you ready to create one
graduate candidates but is open sampler egg and one or more with your personal design, just
to everyone. Students will produce in time for Easter. Fee: $310 member, $360 non-member.
an attractive archival case for Fee includes professional toolkit with three different sized
portfolio pieces or other art, papers traditional kistkas (drawing tool or stylus). No prerequisites,
or ephemera. It will be covered though some drawing experience is helpful.
in quarter cloth with paper sides
and ribbon ties. Three flaps inside DATE: Fri-Sun, March 9-11 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski
the case protect the contents. Fee: INSTRUCTOR: Annie Reiser
$110 member, $155 non-member. Fee includes supply
kit for the portfolio case (12” x 16”) produced during
the class. Additional fee if a larger portfolio case is made.
No prerequisites.
DATE: Wed, May 2 | TIME: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
INSTRUCTOR: Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski
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