Alcohol inks create instant magic, and the possibilities and surprises of this versatile media are infinite. Vibrant and fast-drying, they can be applied to non-porous surfaces such as glass, tile, or metal. Using the images and colors of winter and the beauty of the Garden as inspiration, participants will create their designs on tiles. Every […]

Welcome to Sangetsu School of Ikebana. The way of Sangetsu is to express inherent beauty of nature in a flower arrangement, allowing our inner consciousness of beauty to unfold in the process. We invite you to participate in this art form that is guided by love of nature . Fees: Member $49, Non-Member $59 All […]

Why are holly, evergreens, poinsettias, and spices like cinnamon and ginger so tied to modern holiday traditions? Mark Ragland explores the mythology and botany of traditional holiday plants, including the ingredients of the seasonal favorite, fruitcake! He also includes instructions and tips for the proper care of the most common holiday plants. Fees: Member $25, […]

For this exciting holiday course, we'll be making a small wreath out of mixed succulent leaves to explore how to propagate succulents from leaves and cuttings. Students will create their propagation wreaths from plant material from the Garden and experience a behind-the-scenes look at the Garden's Greenhouse collections.. Each student will get to take home […]

Learn how to create the basic shapes and styles of floral designs—the building blocks for true creativity—with floral designer Mimi Cassick. This course will introduce you to techniques and styles commonly used by professionals. Learn preparation techniques, how to create basic shapes and how to prepare flowers for long-lasting arrangements. Through step-by-step instructions, students will […]

This course provides an in-depth overview of the tools and techniques used by botanists to identify woody plants to the species level using winter characteristics. Attendees are exposed to the key characters that differentiate woody plants at different taxonomic levels, including growth form (habit), habitat, bark and the various characteristics of the twigs such as […]

Every painting or watercolor doodle can be made into a unique and expressive notecard. On day one, experiment with a few watercolor techniques to create colorful, "not too precious" pieces. On day two, instructor Shelley Row coaches you on how to use a variety of approaches to turn them into decorative and unique note cards. […]

In this hands-on course, Kate Hugo Vernon, owner of The Arranger’s Market, introduces students to the art of embellishing designs with fruits and berries, adding unexpected color, texture, and a touch of whimsy. Suitable for all skill levels, the class covers techniques for securing fruits to arrangements, choosing berries that complement floral designs, and learning […]

Winter is the time of year where a lot of photographers put their cameras in the closet until spring – however, the winter landscape can offer incredible opportunities to sharpen your skills! In winter, color won’t be much of an option. Therefore, you’ll have to sharpen your knowledge of composition, lighting, shape, shadow, pattern and […]