Part time Diploma in Botanical Illustration HR111
Vocational qualification
In Dorchester
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Dorchester
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Duration
30 Days
Students complete 4 pieces of work on a themed subject in an aesthetic and botanically precise format. Completion of the diploma fulfils the RHS submission criteria. The course covers the principles and requirements of botanical illustration, representing diagnostic features, colour and form combining artistic merit with scientific accuracy.
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Course programme
Diploma in Botanical Illustration HR111
QualificationSouth West Society of Botanical Arts Diploma
Qualification Level
Level : n/a
What do these levels mean?
Duration :1 day per week for 30 weeks
Times :30 x Friday: 9.00 am ' 1.30 pm
Dates :25.09.09 ' 2.07.10
Run by : Horticulture Department.
Tutor : Sally Pinhey
Awarding Body
South West Society of Botanical Artists
Is it right for me?
Students complete 4 pieces of work on a themed subject in an aesthetic and botanically precise format. Completion of the diploma fulfils the RHS submission criteria. The course covers the principles and requirements of botanical illustration, representing diagnostic features, colour and form combining artistic merit with scientific accuracy. Your tutor is a professional illustrator specialising in fruit.
What qualifications will I need?
Previous drawing experience. Minimum age 16.
What will I be learning about?
- Plant drawing
- Selecting diagnostic features
- Composition
- Perspective
- Colour
- Enlarged detail and cross'sections
- Accurate naming
Artists watercolours. Hot pressed paper. Sable brushes. Magnifying lens. H and F pencils.
How will I be assessed?
4 projects will be assessed by SWSBA.
How much will it cost?
£950
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Part time Diploma in Botanical Illustration HR111