What you'll learn
Learn to paint botanical art using watercolour with our painting short courses in Sydney!
Botanical art is a specialised form of painting that captures the beauty, detail, and precision of plants, bringing them to life through realistic watercolour techniques. This botanical watercolour course is ideal for both beginners and experienced artists looking to develop their skills in botanical illustration.
The course begins with an introduction to watercolour application, where you will explore essential techniques such as layering, colour mixing, and fine brushwork. As you progress, you will learn how to carefully observe botanical subjects and translate their intricate details onto paper, creating a finished artwork that reflects both scientific accuracy and artistic expression.
With expert tutor guidance, you will have plenty of opportunities to practise watercolour techniques using real plant specimens, including flowers, vegetables, and foliage. Whether you are new to botanical painting or seeking to refine your skills, this course provides a structured and supportive environment to help you build confidence and create beautifully detailed botanical artworks.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this watercolour botanical painting art course, you should have:
- Learned pencil sketching and shading techniques
- Learned watercolour painting techniques
- Deepened and practised your watercolour skills
- Learned how to create the illusion of 3-dimensions
- Tips for solving painting issues
- Gain the confidence to attempt an art project in botanical art yourself
Course content
What will be covered in this watercolour botanical art course?
- Principles of botanical art
- Watercolour and colour mixing techniques
- Problem-solving for watercolour application
- Atmospheric perspective and composition
- The illusion of three dimensions
Intended audience
Who is this watercolour botanical art course for?
This course is for beginners or students who have some watercolour painting experience.
Course venue
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Course materials
What to bring to class
Option 1: Purchase a full materials kit at enrolment checkout. This will be supplied in your first class.
Option 2: Uncheck the materials kit at enrolment checkout and bring your own - consult our Watercolour Painting Materials List.
Additional information
Please note the following:
- Closed-in shoes required
- Please wear old clothes and/or bring an apron
- Long hair must be tied back
Course testimonials
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David said: Learning a new skill, as well as patience! I will probably join the course agin next year, to improve my technique, and make it even more rewarding.
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Susan said: I had never engaged in art classes or art making so it was a wonderful experience. I like that we could work at our own pace without performance pressure.
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Suzanne said: Well structured, good skills development and very relaxing
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Mona said: Shippi's teaching is very effective and practical. Classes were very enjoyable and we wanted a longer course.
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Mittu said: The amazing tutor, the other students, course materials.
Course tutors
Shipra Shah
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<p>Learn to paint botanical art using watercolour with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
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...<p>Learn to paint botanical art using watercolour with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
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