Natural Illustration: Bees and Wasps in Graphite
Sunday, May 6 / 10 am – 3 pm
In this intermediate to advanced class, students will learn the basics of natural illustration drawing with a focus on bee/wasp illustration using graphite pencils. Students will learn about bee/wasp anatomy, creating a final work illustrating the bee/wasp and two chosen details on the insect. Specimens of bee and wasps will be provided to draw from life, as well as photo reference materials. *Students should have some drawing experience and should be familiar with basic graphite pencil techniques.
Instructor: Sophie Banspach
Ages: Adult (15+) / Intermediate or Advanced levels
Supply List:
- Graphite Pencils 2H, HB, B, 2B, 4B (At least one of each)
- Pencil Sharpener
- Kneaded Eraser, White Eraser
- Paper Blending Dowels (Various Sizes)
- 11 x 14” Bristol drawing paper pad. 2-ply or heavier, medium of vellum finish
- Magnifying glass
- Optional: Specimens or reference images from your own collection