Cynthia Padilla NHG Artist in Residence

Botanical Art: Colored Pencil for the Complete Beginner

Saturday, May 6, 2006 from 11am-3pm

Cost: $55  Supply list below. Registration form here.

Space is limited. REGISTER EARLY!

'Paphiopedilum
Orchid'

Work from direct observation of live plant specimens from the greenhouse and gardens of NHG. The instruction is warm and encouraging, the atmosphere relaxed. Designed for the complete beginner to discover hidden artistic talent.

Supply List: 

1. Pencil-HB or similar medium lead.
2. Eraser-Kneaded
3. Papers -Bristol (vellum surface) 9x12 pad; 1 similar size sheet tracing paper .
4. Ball point pen-blue ink best
5. Hand held magnifying lens
6. Colored pencils-Waxed based, modest set of professional grade pencils.

* Supply Option:  The use of all needed supplies can be provided by instructor for a $5 usage fee.  You must request in advance:  botanicalart@ev1.net  Subject: Supplies Needed-NHG

To view more works by Cynthia to to www.botanicalart.50megs.com