Botanical Art will be meeting at Muscoot Farm this Fall 🙂
Botanical Art in watercolor, color pencils and graphite.  We will be working with subjects found in nature in the medium of your choice. To participate in this class you need to have the completed the botanical drawing class offered on Wednesday mornings.
September 18th – October 23rd – $270.00 – 6 weeks (12:30-3:30pm)
October 30th – December 18th –  $315.00 – 7 weeks (12:30-3:30pm)
There will be no classes during Thanksgiving week.
Wednesday and Saturday classes are in my home 🙂
Fundamentals of Drawing (10am-1pm)Â I will be offering a beginning drawing class in my home. Â This class will teach the building blocks of drawing. Â You will learn how to draw accurately and create dimension through light and shadow, you will also learn perspective and composition. Â After learning how to draw in graphite you will progress to color and learn how to use color pencil with lovely results. Â Please contact me via email for details. Class size is limited to 5 people and must have a minimum of 3 people to move forward. Â For those with pet allergies I do have both cats and dogs in my home.
September 19th – October 24th – $270.00 – 6 weeks (10am-1pm)
October 31st – December 19th – $315.00 – 7 weeks (10am-1pm)
There will be no classes during Thanksgiving week.
There are no make up classes or refunds. Â If you need to adjust your classes because of vacations this can be prorated at the time of class payment.
Saturday morning classes- September 22nd – October 27th – $270.00 – 6 weeks (10am-1pm) We will in the field 🙂  This class is limited to 5 people and there are very few openings.  We are currently doing plein air painting and nature journaling and will continue until November 3rd.  If weather does not permit us to be outside we will have class in my home 🙂
Saturday morning Botanical Art class begins on November 3rd – December 22nd. 🙂  This class is for all levels from beginner to advanced. Please email me with any questions lauragould@mac.com
Private lessons are also available at $50.00 per hour. Â These are often useful when you want to work on something specific or pay attention to a particular block your trying to work through. Â Please email me with any questions. lauragould@mac.com
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Summer Classes
All classes must have a minimum of 3 people enrolled to continue.
Hilltop Morning – giclee prints available
🎨 Nature JournalingÂ
Students will work in the medium of their choice – color pencil, watercolor and/or ink on watercolor paper journals or pads :O) Â Classes are held in beautiful gardens and open spaces that surround us. Â See supply list (https://barkingdogstudio.me/91-2/)for details on what you should bring to enjoy the day. Â Try to travel light so you do not have to carry lots of heavy supplies. Â I will contact people privately with the address of the garden where we will meet in Bedford Hills when class is ready to begin. Â Please email me with any questions. lauragould@mac.com
Thursday, June 7th-28th – 9:30-12:30 – $20.00 each day or $75.00 per session
Thursday, July 5th – 26th – 9:30-12:30 –Â $20.00 each day or $75.00 per session
🎨 NEW this Summer! Plein Air painting for beginners.
This class is about being out in the field for the first time and for some of you the first time with oil paints 🙂  I will show you how to set up your outdoor gear (easel, paintbox or french easel, how to layout your paints and how to create the colors you want.  You will learn how to start you painting and how to build your composition, values and colors . Then it’s up to you to have fun and paint 🙂  Please email me with any questions lauragould@mac.com
Saturday, June 9th-23rd – 9:30-12:30 Semi private group (2-3 people)  with equipment supplied $45.00 per session or 125.00 for a group of 3 sessions. (full)
The only spots available are for those who have their own equipment.
Semi private group (2-3 people) with your own supplies $35.00 per session or $100 for a group of 3 sessions.
Saturday, June 30th-July 14th – 9:30-12:30  Semi private group (2-3 people) with equipment supplied $45.00 per session or 125.00 for a group of 3 sessions.
Semi private group (2-3 people) with your own supplies $35.00 per session or $100 for a group of 3 sessions.
Private and small groups – Please inquire about private or small groups. Â Sessions are weather dependent. We will be painting in the beautiful changing season that surrounds us. Â Classes will be offered on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday mornings. Â Private and small groups available.
Each session is three hours. Â The price varies depending on the package chosen.
Single Private Session with easel, paints and canvas supplied – $50.00
Single Private Session with your own equipment and supplies – $45.00
Private three day sessions with paints, easel and canvas supplied $150.00
Private three day sessions with your own supplies $125.00
Semi private group (2-3 people) with equipment supplied $45.00 per session or 135.00 for a group of 3 sessions.
Semi private group (2-3 people) with your own supplies $35.00 per session or $100 for a group of 3 sessions.
Please contact me with any questions: Â lauragould@mac,com
Please send checks prior to the first day of class to insure a spot in the class of your choice.
To register for classes please fill out the registration form linked at the top of this page. To guarantee a space in the class please send registration and check at least 2 weeks before class begins. Contact my by email for mailing address lauragould@mac.com
Payment, Refunds and Makeup Policy – Â Refunds will not be given any later than 2 weeks into a class session. Â Because of the limited schedule makeup classes cannot be offered. Â Please feel free to ask any questions regarding payment and class policy.
Private lessons are available at $50.00 an hour.
Would love to try some more! Thursday afternoon is fine for me if there is room. We are in a new place and a new time?? Pound Ridge – 1 to 4?
xox c
There’s room Christy….see you then….😊
Count me in for Saturday mornings
Hooray!!!! 🙂
Hi Laura,
Could I possibly come to your Wednesday classes? Are they being held at Lasdon?
Thanks,
Lynda
Hi Lynda, so nice to hear from you :). This is the last week of classes at Lasdon. We start nature journaling next and your welcome to join us! xox
I’ll be there on Thursdays if that works for you.
Perfect 👌🙂
Hi Laura, you offering any botanical classes in Saturdays? Paula
Hi Paula, just checking to see if you got my email? Send me an email if you didn’t receive it :). lauragould@mac.com