Botanical Painting Workshop - Winter buds and bark

This workshop will concentrate on observation and drawing skills using winter buds and bark for a watercolour demonstration and painting session.

Led by Sally Pond, to view some of her work please visit SallyPondBotanicals.

Suitable for both beginners and more experienced painters. Sketchbook or paper, pencil, rubber, watercolour paints and brush, preferably No 2 with a fine point. It’s not necessary to buy new for the day, there will be a few spare sets available to borrow.

Lunch included. For dietary requirements email [email protected]

This reserve can be hard to find, so please look at directions before travelling and leave with plenty of time. More information on the reserve and directions can be found here.

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