Absolute Beginners' Botanical Watercolour Class

Paint beautiful watercolors in this all supplies included class taught by an award-winning artist.



68 mins - 1.5 hours Class size 1 to 2 guests       £68 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Unleash your creativity this holiday season with our Beginners Botanical Watercolours Class taught by the esteemed Ann Mackowski, an award-winning artist and regular exhibitor with the Royal Society of Painters in Watercolours. Known for her stunning contributions to the Sky Landscape Artist of the Year, Ann brings her expertise and passion for nature into every lesson.
Whether you're an absolute beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this class is designed to inspire and empower you to create beautiful botanical artwork that you'll be proud to display or gift to loved ones.
During this engaging course, you will explore various watercolour techniques while learning to capture the intricate beauty of plants and flowers. We'll start with the absolute basics - how to use your watercolours, and how simple brush strokes can convey a wealth of natural features. We'll then cover blending, conveying light and shade, and using simple shapes to express features. With all supplies included, you won't need to worry about a thing - just bring your enthusiasm and readiness to learn!
Ann will guide you through each step of the process, offering personalised feedback and encouragement as you craft your own unique pieces. Enjoy a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, where you'll connect with fellow art lovers while immersing yourself in the world of botanical art.
This is the perfect opportunity to create wall-worthy masterpieces just in time for the holidays!
Imagine gifting your very own artwork or adorning your home with your creations - it’s an experience that combines skill-building and self-expression. Don't miss out on this chance to learn from a master artist. Sign up today and embark on a delightful journey into the enchanting world of botanical watercolours!
The event will be held in the Fry Room at 8 Hop Gardens - just bring yourself and we'll provide the rest! Again, absolutely no experience is required - we'll be starting with the basics and building up!
What you'll get
Free use of materials and several completed artworks on high-quality watercolour paper to take home.
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Knowledge required
None!
What to bring
Just themselves!
Location

"Fry Room", 8 Hop Gardens, WC2N 4EH and "Rustin Room", 8 Hop Gardens, WC2N 4EH (varies by date; click the date selector to see details)

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Ann Mackowski
Ann Mackowski

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I started Soho Life Drawing in 2018 after working professionally as an artist for several years when I realised that there was a lack of accessible and affordable creative outlets for non-artist adults in London. Since then I've run hundreds of classes both at my weekly drop-in class in Leicester Square; for corporations and animation studios including Buzzfeed, Liberty London, and Sharkmob; and universities such as the University of the Arts London. Privately, I teach professional artists who come to me for technical training.
As an artist, I've been exhibited internationally in both solo and group shows and have won several residencies--the most recent being Espronceda's 2020 Open Call. I was a shortlisted contestant on 2016's Sky Landscape Artist of the Year. I exhibit regularly with the Royal Society of Painters in Watercolours on Pall Mall, as well as with the Society of Women Artists. While I've focussed on teaching in recent years, I still do some commissioned work and exhibit with galleries representing me. I have a Masters in Fine Art from Chelsea College of Art and Design.
I love teaching art because I believe anyone can do it with the right training! In particular, I'm passionate about breaking down the internal barriers people not trained in art have about being creative. Creativity is important for so many reasons, beyond the finished product, and it's my goal to make my classes both extremely accessible and very affordable so that people from all walks of life have a chance to join.

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