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Natural History Drawing and Painting External Course – Leonie Norton

Leonie Norton painting of frogs

Learn how to draw and paint the Natural World using unique techniques. Work at your own pace from home while you learn to draw and paint the natural world around you.

This mode of learning is a perfect solution for those not able to attend regular classes. All skill levels welcome and there are no time restrictions.

Nature offers many wonders in every form around us. From rainforests, beaches, mountains, deserts or even your own garden, each environment contains its own treasures.

The Natural History External Course contains 15 Modules which includes: Leonie Norton painting of shells

  • Learn to draw and paint the natural world around you
  • Discover unique drawing and painting techniques, enabling you to paint any subject from nature
  • Learn about form, perspective, light source, tone and texture and how to create a three-dimensional image on a two-dimensional surface
  • Suitable for all skill levels, from the absolute beginner to the experienced artist wanting to learn new techniques
  • Work at your own pace from the comfort of home
  • No time restrictions
  • All skills gained are transferrable to other mediums
  • Subjects will include flora and fauna, shells, fish,insects,feathers, birds, butterflies and much more...

Leonie Norton painting of banksia seed

Learn to paint the iridescence on a shell, a beetle or a feather, and the texture, colour, shape and form of many other subjects.

Detailed course notes, step by step demonstrations, example and assignments accompany each Module which is posted for evaluation, suggestions and a detailed Critique.

Leonie Norton

Leonie Norton is an experienced and highly qualified international artist, tutor and author.

For more information visit Leonie's Natural History website.

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