Botanical Drawing Basics Class

Discover botanical drawing in a calming Mesa class that helps you capture live flowers with color and depth!



3 hours Location Mesa Class size 4 to 12 guests   $45 - $55 ($55 per guest when you book for 4+ guests, $45/guest for 8+ guests)
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Art
Sketch

Sketch

In this step, you will lightly sketch the flower. This becomes the basis of the drawing, so it is important.


Color matching

Color Matching

The next step is to ensure you have matched the colors correctly.


Details

Details

Once you have a sketch and colors, you then complete it with highlights, shadows and details.


Sink into a calm, colorful moment where the simple act of observing a flower turns into a surprisingly joyful creative adventure. In this beginner-friendly drawing class in Mesa, you’ll explore the beauty of botanical drawings at an easy, comfortable pace that lets you breathe, play, and learn without pressure. You’ll work with live flowers as your muse, practicing how to draw a plant from real life while I guide you through mixing colors, layering pencil strokes, and adding soft shading that brings your artwork to life.
Even if you’re brand-new to drawing for beginners or looking for creative activities that feel grounding and fun, you’ll feel right at home. I’ll walk you through the shapes, curves, veins, and subtle color shifts in each bloom, showing you simple, doable techniques that make colored pencil art feel intuitive and surprisingly relaxing. You’ll learn practical steps for building depth, capturing realistic details, and creating a botanical drawing that feels vibrant and uniquely yours.
By the end, you’ll head home with a finished piece you’re genuinely proud of -- and maybe a newfound love for slowing down with art. If you’re hunting for refreshing things to do near Phoenix, this class is a warm, welcoming place to start.
What you'll get
  • Knowledge of observing live plants and translating them into realistic sketches
  • Exploration of colored pencil techniques, including shading (tint, tone, shade), color mixing, and layering for depth!
  • Guidance on choosing and blending colors for lifelike results
  • Enjoyment of a supportive, relaxing, and creative environment
  • Flowers provided
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
  • Your own sketchbook or drawing paper
  • Enthusiasm to learn and get hands-on!
  • Your favorite colored pencils
  • Your favorite graphite pencils, erasers, etc.
  • A drawing board
Don’t worry if you don’t have any of these — all the materials will be available, including high-quality colored pencils, graphite pencils and erasers, and textured drawing paper. Just come ready to relax, observe, and enjoy the creative process!
Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom or Xmas gift.

Location

Mesa, AZ

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Your teacher can also travel within 50 miles of Mesa, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

Botanical Drawing Basics Class location
Your teacher

Linda Brett
Linda Brett
(The Art Doc)

female Women-owned

I’ve been an artist for as long as I can remember. My journey started in childhood eventually growing into a successful career. Along the way, I fell deeply in love with botanical illustration, the rhythmic satisfaction of linocut printmaking, and the quiet joy of making hand-bound books when I realized how beautifully these mediums speak to each other. I love showing students how accessible and joyful these art forms can be, especially when you’re willing to experiment and even combine them in unexpected ways.
Teaching has always been one of the most rewarding parts of my creative life. There’s something magical about watching a student’s confidence spark when a technique finally feels natural, or when they see their own style emerging. Whether someone is picking up a brush for the first time or returning to art after years away, I strive to create a calm, encouraging space where they can relax, learn, and surprise themselves.
I hold a BFA in Studio Art, along with a few other degrees, and have taught art for over twenty years, guiding hundreds of students of all ages. My artwork has been exhibited in shows across the United States, and I continue to stay active in both teaching and creating. Over the years I’ve taught thousands of students — in classrooms, studios, online, and now through workshops like these. My goal is to make art accessible, joyful, and something anyone can learn, no matter where they’re starting from.

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2026-11-20 15:00:00
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