Enjoy a day painting fabulous flowers. You will learn various Asian watercolor styles, including spontaneous and outline (contour) styles. We will cover specific techniques to paint roses, camellias, orchids, iris, peony, sun flowers, and wisteria. You will also learn calligraphy for each flower.

Instructor: Stella Dobbins, National Watercolor Society

Ages 18 and over (Adult)

This class will be held at Olbrich Botanical Gardens on Sunday, June 26, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

We are currently following local public health guidelines, so masks/face covers are not required at this time.

Bring your own supplies, or reserve and purchase a supply kit from the instructor on the day of class. This registration form will allow you to select your supply preferences, or email RBenedict@cityofmadison.com with any questions.

Supplies needed for class:

• Bag lunch
• Rice Paper (roll or pad)
• Asian black ink
• Asian natural bristle brushes, one medium and one small
• Palette
• Felt (to place your rice paper)
• Set of watercolors: Chinese white, yellow ochre, Prussian blue, crimson, orange, burnt sienna; more colors are fine
• Paper weight (smooth rock is fine)