Botanical Art & Illustration Workshop
Brianna Williams
Saturday, June 13, 2026
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Payment and registration at the link below:
https://forms.gle/ev8ea4LJVm72Vmp6A
Join us as we combine our love of art and plants in this workshop suitable for all artistic abilities. Brianna will lead us first in making close observations of our chosen specimens, identifying their colors, shapes, and details. Then, deciding on a composition, participants can choose the degree in which they further develop their piece. Participants have the option to do detailed drawings of their specimens on paper using pencil techniques and/or colored versions using a variety of media. Participants are encouraged to bring their own small plants, fruits, or clippings for inspiration (some plant materials may be provided).
To enjoy the full range of artistic possibilities, please bring note-taking paper, a 2B or a regular no. 2 pencil, a tortillon (blending stub), a good eraser (gray kneaded eraser is best), and mixed-media or water-media paper. If you are interested in adding color to your drawing, please also bring colored pencils, markers, or watercolor paints, etc. A limited supply of pencils and coloring media will be available for loan during the workshop.
Brianna Williams graduated in Spring 2026 with a BFA in studio art with an emphasis in painting and a BA in art education from California State University, Chico. Finding connection with community and nature is important to Brianna and her work as an artist. Growing up on the California coast, she first fell in love with nature in the tide pools of Monterey Bay. She enjoys working with a variety of media and often explores nature and biographical themes in her art and finding commonalities between nature and humanity on broad and personal levels. Brianna currently resides in a small town in the Sierra Nevada foothills where she enjoys exploring and finding inspiration for her art among conifers and oaks.
~ Workshop funds are used in support of the Ahart Herbarium at Chico State ~
WORKSHOP DETAILS & REGISTRATION:
Botanical Art & Illustration
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Schedule: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (snacks & coffee/tea will be provided)
Location: Chico State University, Ahart Herbarium (Holt 129)
Advance registration required. Class size limited to 22 participants (Class cancelled and full refund returned without a minimum of 10 participants). If paying by check, we may not be able to confirm your reservation until the check is received.
Registration Fee Structure:
$120 = Non-Members
$80 = Members of the Friends of the Ahart Herbarium
$40 = Student/Hardship Intern (Two seats only)
What to bring: 2B or a regular no. 2 pencil, a tortillon (blending stub), a good eraser (gray kneaded eraser is best), and mixed-media or water-media paper. If you are interested in adding color to your drawing, please also bring colored pencils, markers, or watercolor paints, etc. A limited supply of pencils and coloring media will be available for loan during the workshop.
Deadline for registration is Monday, June 8, end of day
Registration Questions? (530) 898-5356
Workshop Questions? Bwilliams9@csuchico.edu
Register: Click this link https://forms.gle/XEEtRLjC3wR1FBkb6
or copy and paste this link into your internet browser to complete the online registration form
Payment by credit card (preferred) is NOT automatic. After registration review, a secure online payment link is manually generated. Payee will receive email from "Clover" with payment link within 3 business days of registration submission.
If you need additional assistance with workshop registration, please contact Sandra Scholten at sscholten@csuchico.edu or at the Biology office (530)898-5356.
You will receive more information on workshop logistics closer to the date of the workshop.
https://friendsoftheahartherbarium.org/workshops-and-events