Explore mixed media art inspired by camellias, historical botanical illustrations, and creative icons.
In this mixed media art course, we will look to the camellia for our inspiration. I will share my philosophy about when the smallest glimmer of an idea tugs at your brain take notice, write it down, nurture it, devote yourself to it and allow it to become your North Star. This is a beautiful process that will open you to inspiration and ultimately become the creative bridge that will give form and meaning to your art. My spark was a simple flower - the camellia and I would like to share my process and techniques with you.
We will begin by taking a trip back in history to explore the official court artist of Versailles, Pierre-Joseph Redouté and his incredible botanical Illustrations. Then, we take notice of a small French novel that inspired Giuseppe Verdi’s famous opera, La Traviata and the painfully beautiful ballet, Lady of the Camellias. Our exploration will also include an iconic French fashion designer who chose the camellia as her signature flower and expressed her creative ideas through fashion. Such beautiful ideas to collect and fuel your imagination!
This course is for all levels, whether you’re just beginning your creative journey or in need of inspiration and new projects to explore.
