5-week Course - Botanical Watercolour Art

Learn how to capture the beauty of plants and flowers through art and science, with a 5 week course guided by our artist Ping He herself, starting November 13th.

Join our botanical 5-week art course designed for beginners and intermediate artists. Learn to observe, draw, and paint plants with scientific accuracy and artistic expression. Each lesson builds your skills step-by-step – from pencil sketching to creating a finished watercolour botanical plate.

🌱 What You’ll Learn:

• Lesson 1: Observational Drawing – Train your eye and sketch with confidence
• Lesson 2: Plant Structure – Understand leaves, flowers, and form through detailed drawing
• Lesson 3: Composition – Design beautiful and balanced botanical layouts
• Lesson 4: Watercolour Techniques – Explore color mixing and painting leaves and petals
• Lesson 5: Final Plate – Create a completed botanical illustration, ready to frame

🎨 What You’ll Get:

• All art materials included
• Hands-on practice with live specimens
• Instruction in drawing, watercolour, and botanical accuracy
• Personalised feedback and guided steps to develop your skills further each week
• A finished botanical artwork to take home
• Light snacks and refreshments during break

When:

Friday Evenings 18.30 - 21.30 (3 hours) from 13 November - 11 December

📍 Location:

Kuipersstraat 62, 1074 EN Amsterdam in Nieuwe Pijp

Pricing

• €300 per person

✅ Price includes all materials and snacks

No prior experience needed: just bring your curiosity and love for nature!

! Please note: the course fee is non-refundable.