Botanical Sketchbooking: A Meditative Approach

Lapin is such a wonderful and precise teacher. A Meditative approach to his art is so very calming and yet inspiring. The idea of looking at every detail in a plant, a new way of seeing nature, and you start to become "closer" to the object you are drawing. I really learned and had fun in this course. I became "one" with my Christmas Cactus! I recommend this course to any artist who enjoys the slow and steady approach to their drawing.

J’aime beaucoup ce cours. Lapin est calme, serein et souriant. Ses conseils sont précis et minutieux. J’apprends beaucoup avec lui, notamment sur les couleurs et sur les traits. J’ai cependant l’impression que mon niveau n’est pas assez bon pour profiter pleinement de son cours.

Really useful course. Makes you slow down and really look at the subject and take enjoyment in the artistic process. Love Lapin’s work. Thanks Lapin.

Ein sehr schöner Kurs, der einen dazu einlädt, sich ganz in die Betrachtung der Pflanzen zu versenken und diese meditativ aufs Papier zu bringen. Außerdem gibt es eine gute Einführung in die Verwendung und Mischung von Aquarellfarben.
Lapins Stil ist sehr ruhig, konzentriert und gleichzeitig verschmitzt. Ich höre und sehe ihm gerne zu.

Me encanta el curso. Las ilustraciones de Lapin son una gran inspiración, he visto otro curso de él y por eso me decidí a hacer este también. Las explicaciones y todos los videos son muy buenos. Un gran curso. Totalmente recomendable.

Genial trabajo, exposición y didáctica. Más que recomendable. Exquisito apin

This course is outstanding! Latin’s knowledge of botanical art history as well as his technical know-how make this so fascinating. His calm, soothing voice is pleasant and helps with the meditative process. I am only midway through his lessons but am thoroughly enjoying every step!

Wonderful course. I love this slow meditative approach to botanical drawing and painting. In an age where people are rushing around trying to do things faster and faster it's good to slow down, relax and take the time to really understand the plant or flower you want to draw and Lapin has a calm, soothing manner as he describes the process which is almost like a meditation in itself.

Totally enjoyable course, teaches how to let go of perfectionist tendencies and just relax and enjoy the creative process. I’m a huge fan of Lapin and his teaching style, so inspiring to watch him work, well worth taking this course.

I highly recommend Lapin's Botanical course. His meditate approach to drawing a plant leaf by leaf is teaching me observational skills meanwhile enjoying the process. Lapin is incredibly generous in explaining his technique and working in a relaxed way that is easy to follow even for beginners. I'm learning a lot taking my time, which makes sense because we are drawing plants at their own rhythm.

A great course! Watching Lapin draw is mesmerizing and through the calm and clear way he explains what he does you learn a lot.

This is the second class I've taken from Lapin. I love his calm voice but vibrant shirts and drawings! The idea of calm and peace from drawing is something I need. I like to style of detail but some whimsey thrown in too. I think it's very joyful and it celebrates the beauty of nature!

I've been keeping a sketchbook since I took Lapin's last class and I'm anxious to learn more techniques to fill up many more sketchbooks!

Curso extremadamente difícil para los que iniciamos. El tallerista MUESTRA cómo trabaja él, pero NO ENSEÑA a los que no sabemos dibujar las bases del trazado. Sus ejemplos son sumamente complicados y no explica en qué parte de la planta va al copiar. Es un curso muy bonito, pero está destinado a estudiantes avanzados en dibujo, no a absolutos principiantes. Recomiendo este curso a dibujantes experimentados que desean superarse.

enjoyed this course immensely Lapin is wonderful not only his great talent for botanicals his voice is so soothing learned a lot but also so relaxed while taking this course Lapin nailed it in everyday already recommended it to two of my friends thank u Lapin cannot wait for another botanical course from you one of man passions botanical drawing

I am enjoying this course very much. Lapin’s soothing voice added to the meditative quality of drawing that he is teaching. I have learned things about layering and blending that have been very helpful.