Botanical Sketchbooking - Tweed Seniors Festival 2025

Botanical Sketchbooking - Creative Journaling of Nature. 

Studio 16, M|Arts Precinct, Murwillumbah

Tweed Seniors Festival Event

Cost: $55 

(includes A5 sketchbook & pencils)

Join Marta for a 1.5-hour workshop and discover the joy of botanical sketchbooking/journaling. 

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced artist, Marta will guide you through the essentials of journaling, sketchbooking, and organizing your work. 

You'll learn about materials, explore first drawing exercises, and begin your own nature-inspired sketchbook.

Perfect for anyone looking to expand their creativity!

*Additional Botanical Sketch Box Sets available for purchase.

**Minimum four participants required

Workshop Outline – Botanical Journaling

Introduction:

• What is Botanical Sketchbooking/Journaling?

• How sketchbooking enhances creativity and daily life.

• Explore different approaches with examples.

Materials & Techniques:

• Overview of essential tools: sketchbooks, pencils, fine liners, and watercolors.

• Choosing the right materials for your style and medium.

Creating Your Botanical Daily Sketchbook:

• Finding inspiration in nature—observing shapes, textures, and patterns.

• How to interpret and document natural elements in your sketchbook.

• Guided drawing exercise to begin your first journal page.

Summary & Takeaway:

• Recap of key techniques and insights.

• Encouragement to continue the practice.

• Each participant receives a Mini Manual as a keepsake

Workshop Details

Location: Studio 16, M|Arts Precinct, Murwillumbah

Duration: 1.5 hours

All materials and equipment provided

Our pop-up bar is open on Saturdays—stay for a drink after the workshop!