BOTANICAL ART WORKSHOPS IN ENGLAND
GUIDED IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS FOR BEGINNER AND DEVELOPING ARTISTS
GUIDED IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS FOR BEGINNER AND DEVELOPING ARTISTS
BOTANICAL ART WORKSHOPS IN ENGLAND
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“A truly delightful and mindful day”
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“Clear, encouraging guidance”
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“You’ll surprise yourself”
Workshop Experiences
Choose from three workshop experiences, each designed to support a different stage of your botanical art practice.
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Fundamentals of Watercolour
Join Helen for a relaxed and friendly introduction to the wonderful world of watercolour. Perfect for complete beginners - or anyone returning to watercolour after a break.
If you’d like to continue developing your skills, the Fundamentals of Botanical Art workshop is a natural next step.
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Fundamentals of Botanical Art
An introduction to the foundations of botanical art. Suitable for beginners, as well as those with a little more experience. Helen will guide you through her step-by-step process to create your own botanical painting with watercolours.
If you’re ready to develop more detailed and realistic work, the Botanical Art: Dive Deeper workshop builds on these foundations.
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Botanical Art: Dive Deeper
An immersive 3 day workshop designed for artists ready to deepen their botanical art practice held in the beautiful West Green House.
This workshop is best suited to those with prior experience. If you are new, you may wish to begin with the Fundamentals of Watercolour.
Your Tutor
Helen Cousins is a botanical illustrator based in Kent, England. She holds the Society of Botanical Artists Distance Learning Diploma, graduating with distinction and receiving the Award for Excellence in 2016.
Alongside her work as a doctor, she teaches botanical illustration through courses and workshops designed to help artists build strong foundations in watercolour and botanical technique.
Frequently Asked Questions
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These workshops are suitable for beginners as well as artists who would like to strengthen their botanical painting skills.
Each workshop focuses on building strong foundations in observation, drawing and watercolour technique.
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No. Some workshops are designed specifically for beginners, while others are suited to artists who already have some experience with watercolour.
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Workshops are held at selected venues in England. Check each individual workshop page for details.
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These workshops provide in-person instruction in a small group setting, while the online courses allow you to study botanical painting techniques at your own pace from home.
If you have a different question, feel free to get in contact.
