In this course, you will have the opportunity to learn and practice the art of natural dyeing fabric like our ancient ancestors. We will start the class off with a visually interactive discussion about our deeply rooted history with nature and natural pigments. We will then shed some light on the current reality of the […]

World traveler, herbal expert and self-professed foodie Mark Ragland provides techniques and tips for harvesting, preserving/drying and overwintering herbs in your garden for winter. Mark discusses herbs like Rosemary, sage, basil, lavender, chives, dill, parsley, thyme, scented geraniums, bay, fennel, tarragon, oregano and more. You'll also learn how to maintain your supply of fresh herbs […]

Join Rusted Rabbitt Living Designs for this fun and creative workshop where you'll make your very own captivating succulent wood hanging arrangement. Choose from two options and let your creativity flow! Design and arrange a beautiful hanging arrangement for your door or foyer that will welcome guests to your home with style. Or select a […]

Take your palate on a Sri Lankan culinary adventure, as we explore the world of pulses. While the term pulse may be unfamiliar, you likely have many pulses in your pantry right now. They are the edible seed of the legume plants (Fabaceae or Leguminosae family) such as beans, lentils and peas. Pulses are an […]

Each year since 1982, the Virginia Wine industry has honored the Commonwealth’s top wine with the Virginia Governor’s Cup. In 2012, the Governor’s Case was introduced to recognize the top 12 wines, the highest scoring of which earns the coveted Cup. Now in its 42nd year, this competition has grown into one of America’s most […]

Building on the concepts introduced in Color mixing, students learn how to create basic shapes by using flat and graded washes to portray light and shadow. Through the painting of spheres and cylinders and a small botanical painting, students will gain experience controlling water, pigments, and brushes to create simple forms. Furthermore, students can expect […]

Join floral designer Betty Ann Galway, AIFD, as she guides you step by step in creating your own unique table design in the trending New Garden Style! She'll share the floral professional's mechanics of design and the floral design principles and elements that make an arrangement pleasing to the eye. You'll leave with new confidence […]

As green summer leaves change to glowing fall leaves, drawing and painting them becomes almost imperative. During this four-day workshop, with award-winning artist Patricia Savage, students will learn how to apply aerial perspective to create a bright and colorful painting with depth. Students will also receive instruction in to how draw leaves, paint loose washes, […]