The Art And Therapeutic Nature Of Patterns
Workshops, Courses & Retreats Exploring The Oneness Of Things
Australia, International and Online Learning with Stephanie June Ellis
Draw, Paint & Contemplate
~ The Tree Of Life ~
Online Course
Weekend 9th ~ 10th November
Time ~ 9AM ~ 12PM GMT
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Inspired by William Morris Designs,
participants will be guided through sacred trees around the world
and recreate a 17th Century Indian Floorspread.
~ Students will learn an array of effective techniques including ~
Biomorphic and geometric drawing
Stroke-work
Watercolour flow & graduation
Abstract Botanical Motifs
The Golden Arc Composition
~Students will need the following materials for class ~
A variety of small watercolour paper to experiment on
A3 Cartridge paper
180gsm ~ 300gsm Watercolour Paper ( for final design )
Tracing paper
A good working compass
Drawing pencils 2H & 2B
Fine tip black pen *optional
Paints of your choice *Preferably watercolour
No skills required
Bookings are absolutely essential
Investment ~ $120 AUD
6 hours of recording available for playback anytime ( lifetime access )
~ Scroll down for further details and inspiring past student creations ~
Stephanie will teach disciplinary techniques and encourage
the release of persona, inviting flow and freedom
through the process to create your very own Tree Of Life.
Please enjoy a selection of past student work created from this course.
~ Testimonial ~
" I highly recommend joining class with Stephanie.
A very inspiring teacher and a satisfying weekend drawing and painting.
I loved the natural ochre and Indigo paints. Thankyou Stephanie."
~ Jean Marie Bellingen Class March 2023
~ Insight ~
The Tree of Life is a recurring motif in many arts and contain deep symbolism,
being embodiments of celestial and vital energies.
The Celts believed trees were their ancestors, the gatekeepers to the Otherworld.
The Persian layered symmetrical Meditation Tree alludes to the stages of Sufism.
In India, the stylisations are many and specific to each craft.
As many trees are represented, from the real to the mythical,
from the ashwattha to the kalpataru, the divine tree that grants wishes.
Some ancient Indian texts look at creation itself as a tree.
But even without the complex layers of symbolism, it is always heartening to see this motif.
The tree, whatever else it is, is a giver of life.
A beautiful thing to be celebrated and give gratitude for.
In this weekend Course, Artist Stephanie June Ellis will gently guide you through sacred trees from around the world including The Bodhi Tree, The Meditation Tree
and The Fiddle Box Tree , known in Australia as The Directions Tree.
