Natural Illustration: Butterflies and Moths in Watercolor

Sunday, April 15 / 10 am – 3 pm

In this intermediate to advanced level class, students will learn the basics of natural illustration drawing with a focus on butterfly and/or moth illustration and watercolor. Students will learn about butterfly/moth anatomy and composition, creating a final drawing of a butterfly/moth in their natural environment. Specimens of butterflies/moths will be provided to draw from life as well as photo reference materials. *Basic understanding of drawing and watercolor techniques advised.  

Instructor: Sophie Banspach
Ages: Adults (15+) / Intermediate/Advanced levels

Supplies List:

• Watercolors: Cadmium Red, Cobalt or Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Light, Yellow Ochre, Alizarin Crimson, Sap Green, Chromium Oxide Green, Raw Sienna, Burnt Umber, Pro White. (Cotman or Van Gogh is fine; Windsor Newton is excellent)
• Your personal watercolor pallet
• 2 HB Pencils
• Watercolor Brushes: #0 or 1 with good point, #3, #7, #10 Round
• 9 x 12” 140lb cold press watercolor paper
• Roll of paper towels
• 2 Plastic water containers
• Magnifying glass
• Optional: Specimens or reference images from your own collection