Evening Botanical Immersion Drawing Workshop (On-site Program)

Mary Freedman, instructor, Washington Studio School
In this two-day workshop, students will learn various techniques that will engage them in drawing plant life in an immersive way. Not only will students understand how to depict the likeness of a plant, students will also learn how to convey the individual plant’s “personality” through an interactive study of the plant. 

  • On the first day, students will meet at the Washington Studio School (WSS) for a drawing session that will prepare them for drawing on-site at the U.S. Botanic Garden.
  • On the second day, students will draw in the grand Tropics house at the U.S. Botanic Garden and be fully immersed in various plant species as they monitor their behavior by night.  

This workshop will be offered after hours, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM, at both WSS and the U.S. Botanic Garden.

Cost: $225; Pre-registration required through Washington Studio School

 

Intended Audience: Adult Intermediate

Friday, May 31
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Eastern
Location: Washington Studio School Room 2A

Saturday, June 1, 2024
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Eastern
Location: U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory


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About the presenter

Mary Freedman
Mary Freedman is a full-time artist and esteemed faculty member at Washington Studio School since 2009. She works with various drawing media and focuses on Still Life, Plant Life, and the Figure. She is known for her unique approach to a variety of drawing media. Freedman received a B.A. in Art History at the Pennsylvania State University and a Master Certificate from Washington Studio School. Her work has been exhibited in a variety of group shows throughout the D.C. and Baltimore area, including Adah Rose Gallery, District of Columbia Arts Center, 39th St. Gallery, Brentwood, Third Floor Gallery, Petworth, Takoma Park Community Center, Courtyard Gallery, International Gallery, and a solo show at Washington Studio School.