Botanical Illustration – Create and Compose a Free-Flowing Design in Pen, Ink and Watercolour

In this class, I will be sharing with you how to approach creating a watercolour composition using different florals and plant life. I will take you through simple steps that we will build upon creating a beautiful design filled with organic playfulness. Starting with a simple line drawing I will then share with you how to use a limited palette to create vibrant and fresh illustrations.
This class is for both beginners and for intermediate artists who want to explore creative compositions using pen, ink and watercolour.
Using this approach will help you as an artist,
● to learn to break down simple florals and botanicals into more complex illustrations
● to use both a dip pen and watercolour to make artistic choices in both a mindful and playful approach
● to trust your instincts and choices when mark-making. Can't draw a straight line? Good, you're perfect for this class, as a wonky or free line will only improve the final result. And, if you do want to loosen up your style, this way of working will help you!
● Even though together we will be creating a final illustration, the process of this class can be applied again and again to different projects