Explore the world of botanical art over five days in this course designed especially for you – the beginner. Sarah Roche guides your experience through structured exercises, projects and demonstrations, exposing you to the basic techniques and methods of botanical drawing and watercolor painting. If you have an interest in plants and a yearning to record what you see on paper, then this class is for you. All experience levels welcome. Friends of Wellesley College Botanic Gardens – $275; non-members $325. Register by calling 781-283-3094. Image copyright 2012 Sarah Roche.

