Botanical illustrators need to be well versed in the intricacies of plant forms. Morning sessions with botanist Sheila Hayden help you learn to understand the structure of flowering plants and conifers and to study and draw a diversity of plant parts under the guidance of Hayden and artist Judith Towers. Students keep an illustrated study […]
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Container gardens help you maximize small spaces and they’re easy to care for! Garden designer Beth Burrell shows you how to plan your fall container garden, from soil mixes and planting techniques to design tips and succession planting for seasonal color. Then create your own container garden under Beth's guidance. Soil and plant material provided, […]
Find Out MoreHorticulturist Dean Dietrich discusses reliable, interesting plants that provide ongoing interest as the seasons change--and are time-tested in the Garden's collections. He includes tips for selecting, placing, planting, and care for his selections are included as well as the dark side--what problems are common to them. Tour the Garden with Dean to see mature examples in […]
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Chef Anne Maury Haapala, Executive Chef at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, shares techniques and recipes for family-friendly menus. She'll demonstrate how to use a slow cooker to make an easy cassoulet. Lunch included in class fee! Registration is closed for this event.
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Join renowned local professional photographers for a day all about maximizing your skills. There are demonstration opportunities, lectures, and displays about area photography clubs and services. Instructors include Gerry Bishop, Ken Conger, Bill and Linda Lane, Anthony Rumley, Bob Schamerhorn and Tom Veazey. Sessions for beginners and intermediate level photographers address proper exposure, solving common […]
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Primarily associated with scientific illustration because of its ease for reproduction in books and scientific journals, pen and ink is a valuable tool for the botanical artist. Instructor Lorraine Brevig helps you build and expand on your previous experiences with drawing and rendering in graphite. Become familiar with and practice the use of conventional dipping pens […]
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Enhance your understanding and appreciation of the Garden with one of these specialized walks featuring seasonal aspects of the collection, offered monthly except January, July, and August. Come dressed for the weather and walking in the Garden. Member $0 Non-Member $17
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Use simple stitches on hand-dyed linen to create this popular theme from the English Renaissance era. Yarns hand-dyed from plants are provided in a Renaissance-appropriate palette. Perfect for a holiday gift or other occasion! Instructor: Anne McCahill This class is full. Please call 804-262-9887 x320 to be placed on the waiting list.
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Learn yoga’s calming rhythms of breathing, movement, and posture in a tranquil Garden setting. Small class sizes enable instructor Jacqueline Gooding to offer individual pointers and address multiple levels of experience. Please bring a blanket, yoga mat, water and appropriate layered clothing for the season. Classes take place in the Garden or inside Garden buildings, […]
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Learn yoga’s calming rhythms of breathing, movement, and posture during this evening offering in a tranquil Garden setting. Small class sizes enable instructor Jacqueline Gooding to offer individual pointers and address multiple levels of experience. Please bring a blanket, yoga mat, water and appropriate layered clothing for the season. Classes take place in the Garden […]
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