Join illustrator Scarlett Robinson-Kean for an afternoon botanical illustration workshop, inspired by Karin Montgomery’s intricate paper flowers in The Camellia Society.
Scarlett will take participants for a quick tour of The Camellia Society before heading upstairs for some observational drawing and watercolour painting of fresh flowers. Whether you are a first-time painter or seasoned watercolourist, you’ll leave with new skills in seeing the hidden stories in commonplace flowers.
During the workshop, you’ll:
- Gain a greater understanding of the history of botanical illustration- Build confidence in composition and how to approach drawing from reference- Get comfortable with some simple watercolour techniques
This workshop is aimed at beginners but can be tailored to suit those with more experience.
Tickets are $15.00, with all materials provided. Student-quality watercolour sets will be available, but feel free to bring your own paints or brushes if you prefer.
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Scarlett Robinson-Kean is a freelance writer and illustrator based in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, and is Design and Communications Assistant at Objectspace. Specialising in narrative illustration, Scarlett completed her Masters of Creative Practice at Unitec early 2025 where she wrote and illustrated a full-length graphic novel. Scarlett believes in the accessibility of illustration – a deceptively simple craft with barrier-free communication at its core.
