BAASA KZN WORKSHOPS

Calling all botanical artists and nature lovers!

The management and members of the Botanical Artists Association, (BAASA KZN) invite lovers of art and nature, all young people, botanists, nursery owners, etc to participate in BAASA KZN workshops and functions where they will learn more about plants and how to represent them in works of art.

“Earth warming and Nature Conservation have become every day household words, yet we all feel at a loss when it comes to ourselves and what we can do,” say the organisers. “Knowledge and understanding are the first steps towards making a difference. It is not the big things we do, but the many small things that all of us do, that will bring about change for better or worse.

“By studying a variety of plants we become aware of the unique qualities found in each organism. Botanical artists set out to capture the essence of each plant in their art, in order to educate the viewers towards a greater awareness of the world around us. By recognising plants and their intrinsic value we can take care of our world and save plants and pass our knowledge and passion for plants on to benefit of future generations.”

BAASA KZN’s calendar of workshops to be held at the Durban Botanic Gardens during 2010 includes a hands-on lecture by Martin Clements on March 20 at 09h00 in the Discovery Room with plant specimens and a drawing session.

During the Easter week-end the well known botanical illustrator, Vickey Thomas from Cape Town will offer a workshop on botanical illustration.

Further information from Fransie Pretorius on 031 266 6422 or email: fransiep@telkomsa.net or Jean Powell on 031 266 3082 or email: terencep@saol.com