REQUIRED COURSESadditional techniques forshading, texture, perspective,depth and composition. Agood drawing is the basis <strong>of</strong><strong>botanical</strong> <strong>illustration</strong> in anymedium. Group instructionand individual attention aretailored to help you completeRandy Raaka <strong>botanical</strong> plate in thissubtle and striking medium. Fee: $210 member, $265 nonmember.Prerequisite: Pencil I, Light on Form, Botany• Wed., Feb. 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 9 a.m. - NoonInstructor: Karla Beatty• Mon., April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 6 – 9 p.m.Instructor: Karla BeattyLight on FormTake your drawings from flat t<strong>of</strong>abulous. The secret to portrayinglight and shadow on your subjectslies in understanding the scientificmethod <strong>of</strong> lighting as it applies todifferent forms. Beginning with basicgeometric shapes, refine your skillsSusan Rubinin showing light and volume on anysubject. The class will work entirely in graphite pencil, butthe principles apply to all other media. As you progress t<strong>of</strong>ruits and vegetables, to leaves and flowers, and to entireplants with complex shapes, you will overcome the obstaclesin creating three-dimensional drawings. Fee: $210 member,$265 non-member. Prerequisite: Pencil I• Mon., Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 1 – 4 p.m.Instructor: Susan Rubin• Wed., Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 9 a.m. - NoonInstructor: Constance Sayas• Thu., Feb. 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21, 6 – 9 p.m.Instructor: Constance Sayas• Tue., May 28, June 4, 11, 18, 25, 9 a.m. - NoonInstructor: Susan RubinPerfecting PerspectiveDo you shy away from complicated plants? Even experiencedillustrators sometimes struggle with foreshortening and simplifytheir subjects to eliminate difficult elements. Work with<strong>botanical</strong> subjects that demonstrate each aspect <strong>of</strong> perspectiveand learn techniques for seeing and depicting it accurately.The class will work entirely in graphite pencil, but the principlesapply to all <strong>art</strong> media. Gain confidence in your drafting skillsand improve all <strong>of</strong> your drawings from this class forward. Fee:$210 member, $265 non-member. Prerequisite: Pencil IWEEKEND WORKSHOP• Fri. – Sun., Feb. –1 - 3, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Instructor: Marjorie Leggitt• Tue., May 7, 14, 21, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Instructor: Marjorie Leggitt<strong>Botanic</strong>al Illustration in Pen andInk IPen and ink is at the he<strong>art</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>botanical</strong><strong>illustration</strong>. Expand your drawingrepertoire as you learn techniques tocreate line, form and texture in black andwhite. “Expressive line” and “stipple”become p<strong>art</strong> <strong>of</strong> your <strong>art</strong>istic vocabularyas you practice this traditional mediumMarjorie Leggittwith modern and versatile technicalpens. Step-by-step instruction, demonstration and practice willgive you the foundation you need to draw any <strong>botanical</strong> subjectaccurately and skillfully. Fee: $210 member, $265 non-member.Prerequisite: Pencil I, Perfecting Perspective strongly recommended• Wed., Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 1 – 4 p.m.Instructor: Marjorie Leggitt• Tue., March 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 6 – 9 p.m.Instructor: Marjorie Leggitt<strong>Botanic</strong>al Illustration in Pen andInk IITake your pen and ink skills to a newlevel <strong>of</strong> sophistication. Explore the<strong>Gardens</strong>’ limitless world <strong>of</strong> color, textureand complex botany to incorporatethis information into black and white<strong>illustration</strong>s. Working with both technicalpen and traditional quill, learn advancedRenee Jorgensentechniques to make strokes mimic thefuzz on a fern, the down in a milkweed pod or the mottled colors<strong>of</strong> a variegated begonia. Learn how to layer and manipulatelines and stipples to develop a full range <strong>of</strong> value, texture andatmospheric perspective. Pen techniques take on new meaningas you flesh out a final inked <strong>illustration</strong> <strong>of</strong> a plant <strong>of</strong> your choice.Fee: $210 member, $265 non-member. Prerequisites: Pencil I,Pen and Ink I, Perfecting Perspective, Botany• Mon., March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 29, May 6, 1 – 4 p.m.Instructor: Renee Jorgensen6