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Botanical artist Carol Woodin recounts her unlikely journey as an artist, from her first paintings of orchids to illustrations of cultivated food

Looking for an amazing place to practice yoga? No studio can match the experience of practicing in nature, surrounded by the stunning landscapes at

Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so

Vellum, made from animal skin, is used by botanical illustrators to create luscious, velvet-like paintings. Learn how to use the special

Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so

Working from emerging alpine flora of early spring, create a fully realized painting on vellum. Students will learn the special characteristics of

Learn about paint properties and choosing pigments to build a system to consistently combine colors and eliminate frustrating trial-and-error

Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so

Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so

Interested in applying for juried shows? Learn how to use CaFÉ (CallForEntry), ZAPPlication and other resources offered by Creative West to apply

Designed to build your perceptual and conceptual color skills and vocabulary, this course prepares students to analyze color systems and how they

Get to know the prairie in a whole new way. On our ride across the plains, participants watch for wildlife in the landscape, from prairie dogs to

Girl Scout Daisies search for patterns, colors and sounds in the Gardens as they use math to create art. Daisies learn to use nature as a measuring

Rocky Mountain Gardening Elective

Learn the proper way to plant a tree for years of enjoyment. Trees can add beauty and value to your landscape

Explore skin conditions from acne to wounds and learn about our plant allies that soothe and deeply nourish the skin, hair and nails. Learn how to

Designed to build your perceptual and conceptual color skills and vocabulary, this course prepares students to analyze color systems and how they

Girl Scout Daisies search for patterns, colors and sounds in the Gardens as they use math to create art. Daisies learn to use nature as a measuring

Have you ever wanted to learn a truly ancient art form? Embroidery is a relatively simple, approachable way to get into needlecrafting. Little

Girl Scout Daisies search for patterns, colors and sounds in the Gardens as they use math to create art. Daisies learn to use nature as a measuring

Get to know the prairie in a whole new way. On our ride across the plains, participants watch for wildlife in the landscape, from prairie dogs to