Virtual: Drawing Pumpkins and Gourds

Celebrate the beauty of the fall season by drawing pumpkins or gourds. In this workshop we will use variety of colored pencils techniques and approaches to drawing and sketching from observation and focus on depicting round form of pumpkins with its highlights and shadows. The workshop will include a presentation of Dorota’s botanical drawings of various pumpkins a demonstration of how to approach drawing from observation and various colored pencils techniques and a time to draw together. You are welcome to work in a loose, "precise" or any other style you prefer. You may work in your sketchbook or other recommended surfaces. Although drawing in realistic form will be the focus, individual styles will be encouraged and celebrated. All levels welcome.

Dorota holds a Diploma in Botanical Illustration from Society of Botanical Artists in UK, degrees in Art and International Studies with a focus on indigenous cultures, and a master’s degree…