Discover your artistic potential and ignite your passion for drawing with our virtual Introduction to Basic Drawing workshop! Learn to turn a simple line into a three-dimensional drawing with pencil and paper, and embark on a journey of self-expression and artistic growth. Play with different mark-making techniques and learn how to integrate basic elements of […]

Kokedama is a type of Japanese bonsai (also known as “the poor man’s bonsai”) that involves growing plants in a ball of soil wrapped in moss. Kokedama actually translates to “moss ball” in Japanese. In this fun workshop, Conservatory Horticulturist Jayton Howard will talk about the history of this form of garden art and demonstrate […]

Spring is the time of year when the leaves start to bud, the snow melts, the sun is up longer and gardens are coming back alive again. In this class, Horticulturist T.J. Oliver will cover topics including seed starting, spring garden preparation, choosing seeds for spring harvest, seeds that need to be started early and […]

In this creative workshop, cultivate appreciation for the history of the ancient pressed-flower art form with instructor Conner Parrish of Blossoming Roots Farm and Supply, a local farm in Ashland. After diving into the history of pressed flower art, we’ll create a stunning pressed flower glass floating frame using a 5x7 black glass-on-glass floating frame […]

In 2022 and 2023, we tasted 60+ gems from the four corners of Virginia wine country. Through those bottles, we discovered the terroir, varietals, styles and stories in our own backyard. For 2024, we’re expanding perspective to explore the noble wines of our global neighbors. Via 6 wines per class, we’ll wend around the world […]

In this course, participants will explore the elements and principles of design and floral techniques such as focal area, grouping and basing with floral designer Mimi Cassick. In each step-by-step class, you will create designs including an asymmetrical design, a contemporary spray, a crescent-shaped design, a horizontal centerpiece and a naturalistic landscape design. This course's […]

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 […]

David Pippin shows you how to liven up the short, cold days of winter by going “wild and crazy” with branches and foliage from the winter garden and some bright tropicals to add a welcome dash of warmth. At the end of the workshop, take your own tropical paradise home with you. Fees: Member $73, […]

Do you find yourself longing for a departure from the traditional boutonnieres and corsages? Floral designer Grace Moody will help you expand your skills beyond the basics of boutonniere and corsage crafting and delve into the art of creating contemporary floral wearables. You will master the art of using floral glue correctly and learn how […]