CAG Member Joan Brennan talks about Botanical Illustration

Presentation on Botanical Illustration to the Master Gardeners 

by Cheyenne Artists Guild member, Joan Brennan 

Botanical Prints of Pierre-Joseph Redouté (1759-1840)

The public is invited to attend. 

Wednesday, July 18th, 6:30- 9PM,

Paul Smith's Children's Village 
at the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens

(it starts with a meeting first, and then the presentation)

A brief overview of the history and needs of Botanical Illustration, the differences between Botanical Illustration and Botanical Art, and  today's use and resurgence in popularity. Description of programs available and the requirements to receive a Certificate in Botanical Illustration. Explanation and examples showing the steps used to create a scientifically correct rendition of a plant, whether for publication or to decorate your walls. For those who cannot attend, they can look at www.botanicalillustration.blogspot.com and get an overview of the program available the Denver Botanic Gardens.