Learn to capture a plant in its environment by painting with confident brushstrokes, in this six-part class at Garden in the Woods in Framingham, taught by Cecilia Sharma. Capture its delicacy through observation and detail. This step-by-step instruction will introduce you to the spontaneity of the medium as you create textures, highlights, glazes, and the final artwork. $200 for NEWFS members, $230 for nonmembers, materials not included. Register at http://www.newfs.org/learn/our-programs/gardenscapes-in-watercolor

Learn to capture a plant in its environment by painting botanical shapes and forms in watercolors with an emphasis on design and composition. This New England Wild Flower Society step-by-step instruction class will introduce you to the spontaneity of the medium as you create textures, highlights, glazes, and the final artwork. Artist Cecilia Sharma will lead the six session event at Garden in the Woods in Framingham on Thursdays, October 5, 12, 19, November 2, 9 and 16 from 10 – 12:30. $200 for NEWFS members, $230 for nonmembers. Materials not included. Register at http://www.newfs.org/learn/our-programs/portrait-of-a-plant-in-watercolor