Botanical Drawing Wokshop - Little Shop of Soil
My first-ever Botanical Drawing Workshop took place at the Little Shop of Soil in Bushwick, NYC. The workshop's intent was to cultivate new ways of relating to plants that transcend the purely scientific lens, inviting participants to view plants not merely as biological entities but as beings intertwined with human existence.
This workshop departs from the conventions of Western botany, deeply rooted in the traditions of the Herbarium, which emphasize precise anatomical and technical descriptions to enhance botanical knowledge. During the three hours of guided exercises, participants immersed themselves in sensory experiences, meditation, and creative processes that encouraged connection, understanding, and empathy with plants.
