THE EMIRATES LITERATURE FESTIVAL

Come to a workshop with me on 23rd of January: "Nature’s Palette: Exploring Botanical Illustration. Discover botanical drawing with acclaimed illustrator Sue Wickison".

This beginner-friendly masterclass teaches essential techniques to capture plants’ beauty, sharpen observation, and develop your own artistic style.

Also join us for a discussion on the 25th January with Alia AlShamsi and Dr Shahina Ghazanphar. This session uncovers the deep cultural, spiritual, and historical significance behind the sacred flora mentioned in the Islamic texts, how these plants have shaped traditions and beliefs across centuries. Join us for an enlightening exploration that brings the natural and spiritual worlds together, offering insights into ancient wisdom through art and scholarship.

Thousands attended and over 200 writers, poets and artists took part in this inspirational event never to be forgotten!

My thanks to the incredible Emirates Literature Festival team for the opportunity to hold a workshop on botanical illustration with a lovely group of enthusiastic ladies in Dubai.

Showcasing the process of working through tonal drawing and colour mixing of the delicate tones of the purple heritage garlic as depicted in the "Plants of the Qur’ān". Focus on the attention to detail and the myriads of colours that can be mixed from just three primaries.