Watercolour Botanical Art Course
Learn to paint detailed botanical art using watercolour in this inspiring short course in Sydney. Botanical art is a specialised style of painting that captures the beauty, precision and intricate detail of plants, bringing them to life through realistic watercolour techniques.
This course is ideal for both beginners and artists with some experience who want to refine their botanical illustration skills. You’ll begin with an introduction to essential watercolour techniques, including layering, colour mixing and fine brushwork. As you progress, you’ll develop your observational skills, learning how to accurately translate flowers, foliage and vegetables onto paper with both scientific accuracy and artistic expression.
With guidance from an expert tutor, you’ll practise using real plant specimens in a structured and supportive studio environment. By the end of the course, you’ll have built confidence and created your own beautifully detailed botanical artwork.
Course Content
- Principles of botanical art and composition
- Watercolour application and colour mixing techniques
- Creating depth and the illusion of three dimensions
Schedule & Pricing
- 6-week course, 6:30pm–9:00pm
- Course fee: $469
- Location: Rozelle Campus, 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
Materials
- Option to purchase a full materials kit at enrolment (supplied in class)
- Or bring your own materials as per the provided list
- Kits may take up to a week to arrive if enrolling close to start date
Details
You will learn
- Apply pencil sketching and shading techniques for botanical subjects
- Use watercolour layering and colour mixing effectively
- Create realistic three-dimensional form in botanical art
You will get
- Expert tutor guidance and feedback
- Structured hands-on practice with real plant specimens
- A finished botanical watercolour artwork
Appropriate for
Beginners and students with some watercolour painting experience.
Preparation
What to bring
- Purchased materials kit or your own art supplies
- Apron or old clothes to protect from paint
- Closed-in shoes with long hair tied back
What to wear
Closed-in shoes; wear old clothes or bring an apron.
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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