Distance Learning Botanical Art Instruction Courses
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What this page covers
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Emphatically YES!
Distance learning courses on this page ALL started as correspondence courses via post and many are still rooted in the approach in terms of what they deliver and what they need from you. However you have the option to use email if you want to. |
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BENEFITS of Distance Learning
Distance Learning particularly suits students who: PREFER TO LEARN in a way which copes with their constraints e.g. they:
PREFER TO MANAGE THEIR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Distance Learning suits those who prefer to:
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REQUIREMENTS
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For those who prefer to learn at home
Distance Learning works well when blended with relevant instruction books - see The Best Botanical Art & Illustration Instruction Books |
COURSES DELIVERED BY ORGANISATIONS
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COURSES DELIVERED BY INDIVIDUALS
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- To issue only certificates or diplomas that fairly represent the instruction given and not to make any statement or to imply that any such certificates or diplomas are equivalent to a degree or to a certificate awarded by a recognised examining body.
- Point 7 of the Code of Ethics of the Association of Distance Learning Colleges
For many years, the Society has been aware of the need for a ‘correspondence course’, where students learn by working and practising on their own on set assignments, then have the work assessed by experienced Tutors.
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There have been two Directors of the DLDC:
WEBSITE: Distance Learning Diploma Course You can SEE THE RESULTS at the SBA Annual Exhibition which displays coursework by final year diploma students. |
SBA DLDC - Course 18
FEES (Course 18) are listed below. These vary because of different postal and courier rates.
TEACHERS: Taught by experienced members of the Society of Botanical Artists - from different backgrounds.
Assessment: Course grade is based on modular assessment (10 marks per assignment) with total marks converting to a final Diploma grade (Distinction = 90-100%) |
11 Assignments for Course 18 - which have deadlines for the submission of assignments i.e. this is NOT a "go at your own pace" course. The summary for each details the skills which will be taught.
REVIEW my Compendium Page on this website of links to past students' blog posts about their SBA Diploma Assignments and tips about how to approach the course Please note that requirements and assignments have changed over time. COURSE BOOKS: VIEW/BUY the books developed for the SBA Diploma Course. The SBA have developed a suite of books to accompany their courses and aid the development of expertise of students of botanical art. These were landmark publications when first published. There were no other publications specifically written as support for a taught course. These books can also be bought by anybody. - and it's well worthwhile taking a look if thinking about applying for the course READ MY REVIEWS of: |
The London Art College is a vocational rather than an academic college which has been providing "distance learning" home study for those wanting to learn about art for many years. Otherwise known as correspondence courses.
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Course Outline
Headline summary of content only for both courses on the website. Note that testimonials and feedback about the course very clearly relate to past tutors (as well as present). Level This is a basic course pitching at around Certificate level for beginners and improvers. The courses are typically used by students as a basic grounding for going on to more intensive study. The course is suitable for those living outside the UK as there is no requirement to attend the college. Assignments and critiques can either be dealt with electronically or by airmail |
Course delivery
FEES: £360 |
Botanical Painting
Media Used
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Techniques: Skills developed
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Website: Botanical Painting Online Course
Course Tutor - Botanical Painting Polly O'Leary is the tutor of the botanical painting as from 2019 (She took over from Jarnie Godwin, who took over from Shevaun Doherty who followed on from Gaynor Dickson who followed Sandrine Maugy) |
Botanical Coloured Pencils
Media Used
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Techniques: Skills developed
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Website: Botanical Coloured Pencil Online Course
Course Tutor - Botanical Coloured Pencils - Ida Mitrani |
This category is reserved for those EXPERIENCED teachers of botanical art and illustration who
If you provide such a course and would like your course listed her please note the criteria above and use the form at the bottom of the page to submit details of your course. Be sure to include the URL and make sure I can find the prospectus on your website |
Do I receive any qualifications?
The only formal recognised qualifications in botanical art are those acquired at university within a Natural History degree. You will receive a Certificate of Botanical Merit on completion of this course.
Leonie Norton is based in Australia. She has been a teacher of botanical art for a long time.
WEBSITE: Distance Learning Course
FEES: AUD$395 (both post and online) TERMS & CONDITIONS:
TEACHER: Professional international botanical artist, educator and author. Leonie is very experienced in teaching via distance learning - and has been doing so for the last 17 years.
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Distance Learning Course Outline: Her course is modular:
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