Wednesday, April 2
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so
Amazing Vegetables A to Z: Planting
Rocky Mountain Gardening Elective
This class covers seed starting by direct sowing outside as well as transplanting. Planting helps you get the
Drawing in Pencil 1 - ONLINE [1]
Beginning with an overview of the specific elements of botanical illustration, learn the skills of careful observation for life-like drawings in
Evening Yoga
A gentle class combining principles of Vinyasa and Hatha yoga. Students focus on flowing from pose to pose and linking the movement with the breath
Intersections Lecture: Artist Talk - Carol Woodin
Botanical artist Carol Woodin recounts her unlikely journey as an artist, from her first paintings of orchids to illustrations of cultivated food
Thursday, April 3
Sunrise Vinyasa Yoga at the Gardens
Looking for an amazing place to practice yoga? No studio can match the experience of practicing in nature, surrounded by the stunning landscapes at
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so
Painting on Vellum
Vellum, made from animal skin, is used by botanical illustrators to create luscious, velvet-like paintings. Learn how to use the special
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so
Early Alpine Flora in Watercolor
Working from emerging alpine flora of early spring, create a fully realized painting on vellum. Students will learn the special characteristics of
Color Mixing in Watercolor - ONLINE [1]
Learn about paint properties and choosing pigments to build a system to consistently combine colors and eliminate frustrating trial-and-error
Friday, April 4
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so
Food for Thought: How to Pursue Creative Opportunities Through Open Calls - ONLINE
Interested in applying for juried shows? Learn how to use CaFÉ (CallForEntry), ZAPPlication and other resources offered by Creative West to apply
Introduction to Perspective
Designed to build your perceptual and conceptual color skills and vocabulary, this course prepares students to analyze color systems and how they
Saturday, April 5
Girl Scout Daisies: Numbers and Art in Nature Exploration Day
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
Arbor Day! How to Plant a Tree
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
Skin-Integumentary System - 101
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
Introduction to Color Theory
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: Numbers and Art in Nature Exploration Day
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