Botanical Drawing Workshop 2026 (One-Day)

Botanical Drawing Workshop 2026 (One-Day)

with Matthew Rice

Thursday 3rd September 2026

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Led by illustrator and designer Matthew Rice, known for his work on Emma Bridgewater ceramics, this one-day course offers a wonderful opportunity to unleash your artistic flair. Focusing on the botanicals at Highgrove, you will learn the basics of drawing and applying colour using watercolours, allowing you to create your own botanical watercolour masterpiece.

The day includes a two-hour guided tour of the gardens at Highgrove, where you’ll have the chance to paint amidst the beautiful surroundings. Additionally, you’ll enjoy a Champagne Afternoon Tea and a discussion with Matthew Rice. This course is the perfect chance to engage with the many botanicals at Highgrove and bring them to life through your watercolour art.

Please note, this is a one-day workshop

£250.00

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Incorporate elements from the gardens into your artwork

In this workshop at Highgrove, Matthew will begin by covering the fundamentals of measuring, drawing, and applying watercolours. He will teach you how to observe and accurately translate your subject onto paper. You will work with both cut and live flowers.

This workshop also includes a two-hour guided walk around the royal gardens with Matthew and one of our expert garden guides. During this walk, you will have the opportunity to stop and paint what you see. This is a wonderful chance to immerse yourself in your surroundings, enjoying the sights, smells, and colours of the gardens while incorporating these elements into your artwork.

Matthew is a very encouraging teacher, making this course suitable for complete beginners.

Lunch, Conversation & Creativity at the Orchard Room Restaurant

After a warm welcome to Highgrove, enjoy a delicious two-course lunch in the beautiful Orchard Room Restaurant. This is a wonderful opportunity to relax, chat with Matthew about the morning’s activities, and perhaps purchase a signed copy of his latest book.

Later in the afternoon, unwind with your choice of tea or coffee accompanied by biscuits. As the day draws to a close, enjoy a glass of Prosecco as guests depart, a perfect finishing touch to a creative and inspiring day at Highgrove.

Schedule

  • 12:30 pm – Two-Course Lunch (Orchard Room Restaurant)
  • 3:30 pm – Tea, Coffee & Biscuits
  • 4:30 pm – Glass of Prosecco as Guests Depart