Learn botanical illustration online (June 4-July 27)

Three six-week botanical illustration courses offered by the Cornell Garden-Based Learning Program, Horticulture Section, School of Integrative Plant Science run from June 4 to July 27, 2026:

• Botanical Illustration 1: Basic Drawing Techniques - For beginners, teaches you how to use plants as the subject of art with easy approaches and many visual examples focusing on line drawing.
• Botanical Illustration 2: Working with Watercolor - Encourages your discovery of plants and interest in the plant world by introducing color to your botanical illustration repertoire.
• Botanical Illustration 3: Advanced Techniques - Builds on your previous experience and helps you further your technical proficiency using various art media, culminating in the development of a portfolio. 

Learn more about the other online courses we offer in our Horticulture Distance Learning Program, including permaculture, organic gardening, garden design and school and community garden programming.