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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. 

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~ 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 )

~ BOOK NOW ~

~ Scroll down for further details and inspiring past student creations ~ 

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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. 

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