Sketching and Plant Identification

ARCH X 494.65

Using the plants of Southern California, students learn plant taxonomy through observation using illustration and journaling.

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Spring
In Person
Starting at $764.00
As few as 5 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Improve skills of observation
  • Plan and establish a drawing format and process
  • Keep a sketchbook/journal and documentation
  • Improve basic plant identification knowledge through the use of sketching
  • Improve illustrating/sketching techniques with pencil
  • Increase knowledge of plant material

About this course:

Held at locations in and around the Southern California area, this course is an introduction to scientific sketching and plant identification. Students are introduced to plant taxonomy and terminology. The instructor establishes a plant pallet to be studied for each location. Above all, students develop a keen sense of awareness and observation.

Spring 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Sunday, Saturday 9:00AM - 4:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: David Squires
401840
Fee:
$764.00
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Location: Field Trip
Notes

Attendance at in-person class meetings is mandatory per the LATC credentialing of this program.
Field trip locations are in Los Angeles County.
Elective course in Landscape Architecture and Horticulture Certificates. 
Internet access required. Materials Required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 27, 2025
Course Requirements
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Off-Site
Sun Apr 27, 2025
9:00AM PT - 4:00PM PT
Field Trip
Off-Site
Sun May 11, 2025
9:00AM PT - 4:00PM PT
Field Trip
Off-Site
Sat May 17, 2025
9:00AM PT - 4:00PM PT
Field Trip
Off-Site
Sat May 31, 2025
9:00AM PT - 4:00PM PT
Field Trip

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Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.

This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

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