Sketching and Plant Identification

ARCH X 494.65

Using the plants of Southern California, students learn plant taxonomy through observation using illustration and journaling.

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What you can learn.

Improve skills of observation
Plan and establish a drawing format and process
Keep a sketchbook/journal and documentation
Improve basic plant identification knowledge through the use of sketching
Improve illustrating/sketching techniques with pencil
Increase knowledge of plant material

About this course:

Held at locations in and around the Southern California area, this course is an introduction to scientific sketching and plant identification. Students are introduced to plant taxonomy and terminology. The instructor establishes a plant pallet to be studied for each location. Above all, students develop a keen sense of awareness and observation. CoVID 19 Update: This course will meet online via weekly zoom meetings. No assigned field trip locations. Students are required to do plant sketching and field observations on their own with the instructor's guidance

Winter 2021 Schedule

Available Format(s):

Remote Instruction

These courses have regular meeting times and are fully online, via remote instruction. Click “See Details” below for more information.

Future Offering (Opens November 02, 2020 12:00:00 AM)

February 14, 2021 - March 7, 2021

Sunday 9:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT

Location: Online

Instructor: David Squires

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Fee:

$695.00

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Notes

Elective course in Landscape Architecture and Horticulture Certificates.
Refer to required course materials for specific equipment necessary. Internet access required. Materials Required.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after February 13, 2021

Course Requirements

Book: Plant Identification Terminology: An Illustrated Glossary by James G. Harris

ISBN 0964022168

Book: The New Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (Sunset Western Garden Book (Paper)) by Editors of Sunset Magazine

ISBN 0376039205

Articulating Arm Camera Mount

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