Botanical Art Workshops 2018

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1 1 Botanical Art Workshops 2018 February 7 & 21 Christ Church United, 1700 Mazo Crescent, Mississauga March 24 & Wyndham St N, Guelph, ON April 21 Red Gallery (Main Floor of Centre), 22 Church St, Aurora May 26 & 27 July 7 & 8 Box 777 Lawrence Ave. E. North York, ON July 16 & 17 July Concession 3 Townsend, Wilsonville August 23, 24 & 25 Clarkson Society of Artists Guelph School of Art Aurora Cultural Centre Southampton Art School Toronto Botanical Garden Southampton Art School Whistling Gardens Botanical Gardens Southampton Art School September 14, 15 & 16 Geneva Park Art Conference Geneva Park YMCA conference Centre 6604 Rama Rd., R.R. #6, Orillia ON Hosted by Central Ontario Art Association September 19 & 20 October 6 & 7 Box 777 Lawrence Ave. E. North York, ON November 14 Riverside United Church in London Ontario. Southampton Art School Toronto Botanical Garden London Brush & Palette Club

2 2 Botanical Art Workshops 2018 Michael Spillane FLORALS WITH COLOURED PENCILS CLARKSON SOCIETY OF ARTISTS Location: Clarkson Society of Artists Christ Church United, 1700 Mazo Crescent, Mississauga Date: February 7 & 21, 2018 Hours: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm For information contact: Michael Spillane: michael@spillane-arts.com Cattleia Orchid by Michael Spillane Florals with Coloured Pencils This workshop will show students how to produce stunning effects in coloured pencil botanical work, equal to that of watercolour painting. Easy to use and convenient to store and replace, coloured pencils can be used alone or combined with graphite. Techniques such as burnishing and layering, along with accurate colour matching, tonal rendering and composition will help students to master this rewarding medium. A step-by-step floral portrait (or two) will be the focus of the two-day workshop. Day one: The first day of the workshop will focus on developing the drawing for the floral portrait and exploring the various techniques used in coloured pencil drawing. Day two: The second day will continue in the development process working to complete a brilliant floral portrait and, time permitting, working on a second project.

3 3 FLORAL PORTRAITS WITH COLOURED PENCILS GUELPH SCHOOL OF ART Location: Guelph School of Art Date: March 24 & 25, 2018 Hours: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Cost: $140:00 To register contact: Laura Paghal, Director Or: Michael Spillane Floral Portraits with Coloured Pencils This workshop will show students how to produce stunning effects in coloured pencil botanical work, equal to that of watercolour painting. Easy to use and convenient to store and replace, coloured pencils can be used alone or combined with graphite. Techniques such as burnishing and layering, along with accurate colour matching, tonal rendering and composition will help students to master this rewarding medium. A step-by-step floral portrait (or two) will be the focus of the two-day workshop. Day one: The first day of the workshop will focus on developing the drawing for the floral portrait and exploring the various techniques used in coloured pencil drawing. Day two: The second day will continue in the development process working to complete a brilliant floral portrait and, time permitting, working on a second project. Above: Alstromeria (Peruvian Lily) by Michael Spillane THE ART OF BOTANICAL DRAWING AURORA CULTURAL CENTRE Location: Aurora Cultural Centre Red Gallery (Main Floor of Centre), 22 Church St, Aurora Date: Saturday April 21, 2018 Length: 1 day Time: 10:00 4:30 with 1 hour for lunch To register or for more information contact Leanne DiMonte, Education & Visitor Services Coordinator (905) info@auroraculturalcentre.ca Or Michael Spillane

4 4 This workshop is ideal for those wishing to learn a range of skills relating to drawing magnificent plants and flowers. Students will be given step-by-step instructions on how to establish realistic botanical drawings in graphite. The drawing process will be discussed in detail, along with exercises on gesture, contour drawing and blending techniques with graphite to produce three-dimensional form. The workshop is best suited to students with an interest in botanical art. Fuchsia in Graphite by Michael Spillane HOW TO DRAW PLANTS AND FLOWERS SOUTHAMPTON ART SCHOOL Location: Southampton Art School Date: May 26 & Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with 1 hour for lunch Cost: $155:00 To register contact Art School Director Tel: Info@southamptonart.com Or Michael Spillane: Flag Iris in Graphite by Michael Spillane This workshop is ideal for those wishing to learn a range of skills relating to drawing magnificent plants and flowers. Students will be given step-by-step instructions on how to establish realistic botanical drawings in graphite. The drawing process will be discussed in detail, along with exercises on gesture, contour drawing and blending techniques with graphite to produce three-dimensional form. The workshop is best suited to students with some drawing experience and an interest in botanical art. Each day will include the following: Discussions relating to the drawing process along with exercises on gesture, contour drawing and blending techniques to produce three-dimensional form. Step-by-step project page handouts, demonstrations and personal interaction with each student will provide continuity and structure to the workshop.

5 HOW TO DRAW PLANTS AND FLOWERS TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDEN Location: Toronto Botanical Garden Box 777 Lawrence Ave. E. North York, ON Date: July 7 & 8, 2018 Hours: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm with 1 hour for lunch Cost: Public $84:00 Members $67:00 To register contact Michael Spillane Or: Toronto Botanical Garden: This workshop is ideal for those wishing to learn a range of skills relating to drawing magnificent plants and flowers. Students will be given step-by-step instructions on how to establish realistic botanical drawings in graphite. The drawing process will be discussed in detail, along with exercises on gesture, contour drawing and blending techniques with graphite to produce three-dimensional form. The workshop is best suited to students with some drawing experience and an interest in botanical art. Each day will include the following: Discussions relating to the drawing process along with exercises on gesture, contour drawing and blending techniques to produce three-dimensional form. Step-by-step project page handouts, demonstrations and personal interaction with each student will provide continuity and structure to the workshop. 5 Flag Iris in Graphite by Michael Spillane BRILLIANT FLORALS WITH COLOURED PENCILS SOUTHAMPTON ART SCHOOL Location: Southampton Art School Date: July 16 & 17, 2018 Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with 1 hour for lunch Cost: $155:00 To register contact Art School Director Tel: Info@southamptonart.com Or Michael Spillane:

6 6 This workshop will show students how to produce stunning effects in coloured pencil botanical work, equal to that of watercolour painting. Easy to use and convenient to store and replace, coloured pencils can be used alone or combined with graphite. Techniques such as burnishing and layering, along with accurate colour matching, tonal rendering and composition will help students to master this rewarding medium. A step-by-step floral portrait (or two) will be the focus of the two-day workshop. Day one: The first day of the workshop will focus on developing the drawing for the floral portrait and exploring the various techniques used in coloured pencil drawing. Day two: The second day will continue in the development process working to complete a brilliant floral portrait and, time permitting, working on a second project. Above: Alstromeria (Peruvian Lily) by Michael Spillane THE ART OF BOTANICAL DRAWING WHISTLING GARDENS BOTANICAL GARDENS Location: Whistling Gardens Botanical Gardens 698 Concession 3 Townsend, Wilsonville Date: Sunday, July 29, 2018 (Alternative rain date: August 5) Length: 1 day Time: 10:00 4:00 with 1 hour for lunch Cost: $65:00 $60:00 Seniors (60+) To register or for more information contact Michael Spillane Or call Whistling Gardens: Registering for this event includes an all-day botanical gardens pass. Iris drawing by Michael Spillane This workshop is ideal for those wishing to learn a range of skills relating to drawing magnificent plants and flowers. Participants will be given step-by-step instructions on how to establish realistic botanical drawings in graphite. The drawing process will be discussed in detail, along with exercises on gesture, contour drawing and blending techniques with graphite to produce three-dimensional form. Step-by-step project page handouts (on a given plant subject), demonstrations and personal interaction with each student will provide continuity and structure. The workshop is best suited to those with an interest in botanical art and will provide a wonderful experience for both artists and nature lovers surrounded by exotic birds and exquisite gardens. Bring a camera and a packed lunch and enjoy the wonder of Whistling Gardens whilst learning the basics of this unique art form.

7 7 MAGNIFICENT FLORALS IN WATERCOLOUR SOUTHAMPTON ART SCHOOL Location: Southampton Art School Date: August 23, 24 & 25, 2018 Length: 3 days Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with 1 hour for lunch Cost: $ To register contact Art School Director Tel: Info@southamptonart.com Or Michael Spillane: Zinnia by Michael Spillane This workshop is ideal for the artist looking to be able to paint realistic and vibrant, floral portraits in watercolour. A step-by-step floral project will be the focus of the workshop with demonstrations, one-on-one interaction with students and detailed instructional handouts. The workshop will cover watercolour painting techniques, colour theory, the drawing process, composition, and how to transfer the drawing and prepare it for painting. Various studies and exercises will lead up to the completion of a finished watercolour floral painting. Day one: Establishing the drawing, transferring and preparing it for painting; various drawing and watercolour exercises will be explored. Day two: will continue with exercises relating to mixing and matching colours and exploring various techniques used in realistic botanical painting. Day three: Completing the finished project (s) will be the focus for the last day of the workshop. OIL PAINTING WORKSHOP CENTRAL ONTARIO ART ASSOCIATION Location: Geneva Park Art Conference Geneva Park YMCA conference Centre 6604 Rama Rd., R.R. #6, Orillia ON Hosted by Central Ontario Art Association Date: September 14, 15 & 16 Length: 3 days Hours: Friday, 6:30 9:00 pm: Saturday, 9:30 4:30: Sunday, 9:30 12:00 For information contact Michael Spillane This workshop will provide participants the opportunity to complete both a classical-style still life and an alla prima landscape oil painting based on a rural Ontario landscape. Attention will be given to the development of form through careful shading and blending techniques. Michael will use detailed step-by-step instructional handouts, demonstrations with individual attention given to each member. He

8 8 will also cover the fundamentals of classical painting such as underpainting and glazing and traditional methods of alla prima and plein air landscape painting. There will also be the opportunity to experiment with subject matter and have fun creating your own original works of art. Oil Paintings by Michael Spillane FLORAL PORTRAITS WITH PEN & INK AND WATERCOLOUR SOUTHAMPTON ART SCHOOL Location: Southampton Art School Date: September 19 & 20, 2018 Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with 1 hour for lunch Cost: To register contact Art School Director Tel: Info@southamptonart.com Or Michael Spillane: This workshop is ideal for the botanical artist looking for something a little different. A step-by-step floral project Poppy by Michael Spillane will be the focus of the two-day workshop with demonstrations, one-on-one interaction with students and detailed instructional handouts. Studies will lead up to the completion of a tonal drawing in graphite, followed by exercises designed to explore the intricate

9 textures used in pen and ink drawings. The project will then be completed in pen and ink with subtle watercolour washes. Day one: Establishing the drawing (based on a given project) and working on exercises to develop a graphite base followed by pen and ink techniques. Day two: Continues with pen & ink techniques; completing the drawing in pen and ink and then applying subtle watercolour washes to finish the project at the end of the day. 9 FLORAL PORTRAITS WITH PEN & INK AND WATERCOLOUR TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDEN Location: Toronto Botanical Garden Box 777 Lawrence Ave. E. North York, ON Date: October 6 & 7, 2018 Hours: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm with 1 hour for lunch Cost: Public $84:00 Members $67:00 To register contact Michael Spillane Or: Toronto Botanical Garden: This workshop is ideal for the botanical artist looking for something a little different. A step-by-step floral project will be the focus of the two-day workshop with demonstrations, Iris by Michael Spillane one-on-one interaction with students and detailed instructional handouts. Studies will lead up to the completion of a tonal drawing in graphite, followed by exercises designed to explore the intricate textures used in pen and ink drawings. The project will then be completed in pen and ink with subtle watercolour washes. Day one: Establishing the drawing (based on a given project) and working on exercises to develop a graphite base followed by pen and ink techniques. Day two: Continues with pen & ink techniques; completing the drawing in pen and ink and then applying subtle watercolour washes to finish the project at the end of the day. FLORAL PORTRAITS WITH PEN & INK AND WATERCOLOUR LONDON BRUSH & PALETTE CLUB Location: Riverside United Church in London Ontario. Date: November 14, 2018 Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with 1 hour for lunch Length: 1 day Contact Michael Spillane Or Lynn Lewis