Rory McEwen changed the trajectory of botanical art, and launched a revival of painting on vellum. One of the things he did masterfully was use the stems of flowers to create movement in his paintings. Using cut flowers, we'll design compositions with movement.

Through discussion, demonstration and hands-on practice, we’ll learn how to use the special characteristics of vellum to our advantage. Students will transfer their compositional drawings to vellum, lay out a color roadmap, and apply controlled layers of color to build lifelike color, form, and value. Artists will learn effective watercolor layering by regulating how much water is in the brush and managing brush carriage. Artists will practice how to address and repair the most common glitches that arise when working on vellum. By the end of the class students will have their paintings advanced enough to complete later.

Location:

1858 Town House
3 Sanger Street
Sherborn, MA 01770

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Carol Woodin has been making botanical artworks for nearly 30 years. Her main focus has been orchids but rare wildflowers, heirloom fruits and other interesting plants are fair game. She teaches workshops around the country and internationally devoted to techniques of watercolor painting on vellum. Carol’s artwork has been exhibited and collected around the world. In 2024, she was honored to receive the 2024 Shirley Sherwood Award for Botanical Art.   Carol also serves as Exhibitions Director of the American Society of Botanical Artists

REFUND POLICY: Prior to the program’s start date, registration fees are refundable minus a processing fee provided we are able to fill your spot. If we are unable to fill your spot, your registration fee is non-refundable and may be considered a tax-exempt donation to NESBA. Please email us at nesbanews@gmail.com if you need to cancel your registration.

NOTE: This workshop is for NESBA members only