Students will work with a plant expert to paint close up and realistic images of their choice of flowers and the insects that pollinate them in the water-based painting media of either watercolor or acrylics. Watercolors are transparent. Although acrylics can be used transparently, they are generally considered an opaque media. Composition of a good painting and application techniques will be explored.

Limit: 10 students, ages 16 and up.

Materials student should bring: Please brings all the supplies needed for your choice of media—watercolor or acrylics, sketchbook/paper, drawing implements or paints. For Acrylics: no larger than a 11x14 canvas. Bring images of plants and closeup photos of insects. A phone, tablet, or computer is helpful.

Recommended reading: The Girl Who Drew Butterflies by Joyce Sidman

NOTE: See the associated Plants Speak class during Traditions Week 1 HERE!

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