Wednesday, February 4
Lecture: Botanical Artist Deborah Shaw
Botanical artist Deb Shaw recounts her adventurous artistic journey in botanical art, scientific illustration, book illustration and more around the
Friday, February 6
Food for Thought: Nature as Designer with Cynthia Fishman - ONLINE
What does it mean to design with nature? Join architect Cynthia Fishman to learn about the fields of biodesign and biomimicry and how designing with
Thursday, February 12
Lecture: Black America and Expressions of Nature with Abra Lee - ONLINE
Join garden historian and author Abra Lee in this lively online talk where she'll share stories and read love letters about historic Black American
Friday, February 13
Watercolor Miniatures
Create miniature 2 by 4 inch masterpieces using watercolor paint and watercolor pencils. Learn helpful tips and tricks for working with the media
Painting Tropicals in A New Light
Drawing inspiration from the lush surroundings of the conservatory, learn to distill the vibrant forms of plants, light and glass into simple
Saturday, February 14
Nature Journaling: For the Love of Nature
Jump start your nature journaling practice—and learn how to maintain it! Nature journals or sketchbooks can be filled with scientific observations
Sunday, February 15
Garden-Inspired Murals
Learn the process of producing a mural, including selecting materials, creating a design and approaches to painting.
Onsite: February 15, 22, 9:30 a.m
Friday, February 20
Lunchtime Zentangle - ONLINE
Using ink and colored pencils, explore the intricate, complex designs of the Zentangle® Method to create mesmerizing artworks inspired by the natural
Sunday, February 22
Winter Trees in Oil Pastel
Discover the quiet beauty of winter through this all-level oil pastel class, focused on the lines, textures and forms of trees in the colder months
Sunday, March 1
Symbolic Scratchboard Animals
Learn to create your own scratchboard to make high contrast drawings of animals. Take inspiration from the exhibition Xochimilco: Works by Eduardo
Monday, March 2
Chinese Ink Painting - ONLINE
Learn traditional Chinese brush techniques to paint plants and flowers while exploring their cultural symbolism.
Online: Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, 23
Wednesday, March 4
Recipes and Memories
Exhibiting artist Jazz Holmes guides participants on a multi-sensory experience. Visit her exhibition Nourished in the Freyer – Newman Center Ladd
Friday, March 6
Food for Thought: The Life and Times of the Colored Pencil with Judd Meininger - ONLINE
Join Judd Meininger, the 5th generation owner of Denver-based independent art supply store Meininger Art Supply to learn about where color pencils
Sunday, March 8
Make Your Own Vivarium
In this hands-on workshop, learn how to design and assemble a vivarium, a thriving miniature ecosystem complete with plants, moss and optional “clean
Friday, March 13
Mindful Drawing: Finding Inspiration
Learn introductory mindfulness techniques to help you slow down and create with intention while you set goals and establish positive routines for
Sunday, March 15
Daisy Chain Beading
Daisies are a symbol of peace and friendship. In this beading workshop, make a daisy chain ring, bracelet or necklace. The daisy chain is an easy
Wednesday, March 18
Lecture: All About Agaves with Scott Preusser
Join assistant curator Scott Preusser to learn all about agave plants, including their interesting botany and the plant’s uses throughout history
Saturday, March 21
Nature Journaling: Spring Equinox
Jump start your nature journaling practice—and learn how to maintain it! Nature journals or sketchbooks can be filled with scientific observations
Friday, March 27
Lunchtime Zentangle - ONLINE
Using ink and colored pencils, explore the intricate, complex designs of the Zentangle® Method to create mesmerizing artworks inspired by the natural
Friday, April 3
Food for Thought: The Busy Botanical Artist with Wendy Hollender - ONLINE
Go behind the scenes with New York botanical artist Wendy Hollender in the making of her book The Album of Plant Families. She’ll discuss finding a