The ability to create convincing 3D realism in botanical art can make or break a piece. This Friends of Wellesley College Botanic Gardens two-day workshop, to be held Wednesday & Thursday, July 23 – 24, with Elaine Searle, covers the basics of making adjustments to the amount of detail, strength of shadows, clarity of colors, and more to enhance the perception of depth in a botanical painting. You will work on a small painting in class that you can complete at home to reinforce your learning. Elaine will offer an email critique of your final painting. The class meets at the Visitors Center from 9:30 – 3:30, and costs $225 for Friends, $280 for nonmembers. Call 781-283-3094 to register, or email wcbgfriends@wellesley.edu. Picture below copyright Elaine Searle.
