The Art of Observing Flowers, a unique drawing class that takes you from precision to play.
Join Lauren & Louisina in their bright, flower filled studio on a working flower farm and immerse yourself in a focused and mindful flower drawing class; observe the flowers' unique architecture, muted tones, textures, and translate their delicate forms on the page.
This immersive two-hour flower drawing class invites you to slow down, look closely, and respond creatively to the beauty of flowers. This class is designed as a gentle, unplugged pause from the pace of everyday life; a quiet, restorative experience centred on observation, attention and skill. Drawing flowers encourages looking and hand coordination, making this the perfect class for those who would like to improve their drawing practice, focus, and seek creative restoration. The flower studio is an unhurried space, allowing you to relax into the process of drawing and enjoy the simple pleasure of spending time with flowers.
The session will be led by Days of Dahlia's Lauren, a talented drawer and trained artist with over 10 years’ experience in exhibiting and working in the visual arts. Lauren has worked extensively in tutoring and facilitation roles both in floristry and art, and brings a thoughtful, accessible teaching style that supports both beginners and experienced creatives.
A series of botanical still lifes will be set up in the studio for you to draw from, and you will also have a selection of different flowers to choose from, allowing you to work with forms and structures that inspire you most.
The session will begin with a guided lesson on the formal observational drawing techniques used in botanical illustration; gesture and growth patterns, assessing proportion and scale, and translating three-dimensional form using contour, line weight, tonal value, and negative space. This part of the class emphasises accuracy, clarity, and attentive observation which are foundational skills in botanical drawing and visual literacy. Then we will move into the garden to play! Surrounded by landscape, flowers, and insects, you will explore a more relaxed, self-led and creative approach to drawing. This session encourages quicker drawing, gesture and expressive mark-making. This balance of structure and freedom allows your drawings to become both observational and expressive, technical and creative.
This class is suitable for beginners and experienced artists alike. No prior drawing experience is required; just a love for flowers and a willingness to slow down and develop your drawing practice. On this workshop you will create a series of flower drawings to take home.
The class will include a demonstration and walk through on the techniques. Support, guidance and feedback will be given on your drawings with plenty of opportunity to ask questions.
Develop your creative skills and confidence in a beautiful setting and inspiring environment. Lauren and Louisina are two highly experienced artists and florists eager to share their wisdom and passion for garden flowers.
There will be a seasonal selection of our farm-grown flowers and foliage to work with. Our workshops always use our own farm-grown flowers. We never use imported flowers, floral foam or plastic in any of our work or teaching. All drawing materials will be provided but you are also welcome to bring your own favourite tools, sketchbooks and supplies.
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