IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
ENGLAND

BOTANICAL ART
DIVE DEEPER

This immersive 3 day workshop is designed for artists ready to deepen their botanical art practice

Over three days, you’ll work closely with Helen in a small group to develop a botanical subject from start to finish.

The workshop begins with time spent exploring the beautiful gardens of West Green House to choose your subject.

You’ll then be guided through the study of your chosen flower or plant, learn how to take helpful reference photographs, and translate what you’ve captured into a beautiful botanical illustration.

Who this workshop is for:

Those with some experience of botanical art or watercolour
Artists who would like more time to work on a single subject
Anyone wanting to develop more accurate, realistic botanical paintings

You will gain a deeper understanding of:

Creating an accurate botanical drawing from life
Taking suitable reference photographs
Stretching watercolour paper effectively
Transferring a pencil drawing onto watercolour paper
Observing form through light and shade
Mixing accurate botanical colours with watercolours
Using watercolour techniques, including wet-in-wet, layering, blending, and dry brush, to develop your own style
The intricacy and beauty of nature, and the therapeutic benefits of studying plants and putting paint to paper

About Helen Cousins

Helen Cousins is a botanical illustrator based in Kent, England. She completed the Society of Botanical Artists Distance Learning Diploma with distinction and the Award for Excellence in 2016.

Alongside her medical career, she has continued to develop botanical illustration courses and workshops, sharing a structured approach to botanical art.

Helen Cousins guiding a student painting a flower during an in-person botanical art workshop in England.

  Workshop details

        Format:
        In-person, three-day immersive workshop
      
        Duration:
        Three consecutive days, 10:00–16:00 each day
      
        Level:
        Suitable for those with some prior experience
      
        Price:
        £495
      
        Location:
        West Green House Garden
      
        Materials:
        
          All materials provided

          Ply board, set of brushes, pencil and rubbers to take home
        
        Catering:
        
          Lunch (pre-order available)

          Afternoon cake

          Tea and coffee throughout the day