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Summer Botanical Art Workshop with Ali Walker - Full Day

Join Botanical Artist Ali Walker as she guides you in the art of drawing a range of Summer subjects from Mount Stewart’s beautiful gardens.

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Join artist Ali Walker as she guides you in the art of botanical drawing from life in Mount Stewart’s beautiful gardens.

You will learn how to make quick detailed drawings of Summer plants and flowers, whilst paying attention to important botanical details.

The workshop will begin with a garden tour, led by Rob Wilson Assistant Head Gardener, and after a short lunch break, where you can avail of the delicious menu in the Mount Stewart Tea Room, Ali will demonstrate tips and techniques to help you capture various botanical specimens. Drawing materials will be provided.

This is a 5 hour workshop with a short break included. Drawing materials will be provided.

We will be working outside and hoping for good weather, however please come prepared in case of rain!

£47.50 per person (max 10 people per session)

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £47.50

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Over 15s (under 18 accompanied by an adult)

Meeting point

Meet at Mount Stewart Reception.

What to bring and wear

Please dress for the weather as this event will take place outside.

Accessibility

This event is accessible, however, please contact our team with any questions you may have regarding specific requirements

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