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Watercolor Workshop at The Elizabethan Gardens

Posted in botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities, Watercolor on January 8, 2014|

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Linda C. Miller
www.lindacmillerbotanicalarttoday.com
Linda is a botanical artist from Virginia and the artist in residence at The Elizabethan Gardens in Manteo, NC. Learn more about this special honor. Linda teaches in North Carolina and in Virginia. Visit Linda’s blog, Botanical Art Today to learn about her classes and upcoming gallery appearances.

Botanical Watercolor Workshop

Linda Miller, Resident Botanical Artist at The Elizabethan Gardens, inspires participants to see, preserve and interpret the beauty of the garden during this unique workshop. Included is a walking tour of the garden and an opportunity to collect specimens. Artists will delight in Miller’s vested interest and skill in capturing the botanical world in watercolor and her ability to impart this mastery with the class.

This two-day workshop is open to all artists — beginner to advanced. Participants have the option of registering for an optional third day. Price includes admission to The Gardens.

Two-Day Class:
Members/Friends, $100; Non-Members, $120

Three-Day Class: Members/Friends, $150; Non Members, $180

Please contact Linda Miller for materials list.

Enroll at The Elizabethan Gardens by phone at (252) 473-3234.
Follow the Elizabethan Gardens on Facebook.

This information has been posted at Classes Near You > Virginia.

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Contra Costa Master Gardeners Celebrate the Plants in Their Own Backyard

Posted in Education, gardening, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events on January 8, 2014|

The Contra Costa Master Gardeners and the City of Brentwood are hosting
In Our Own Backyard, a celebration of local and sustainable fresh food at the new Brentwood Community Center in Brentwood, California. This event will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2014 from 9 AM – 4 PM.

The morning program will focus on local agricultural, especially what’s happening in Brentwood, Contra Costa County’s most productive agricultural community. Farmers who specialize in Brentwood sweet corn will discuss how this crop has been developed and has become a sought-after variety throughout the west. A newer cottage industry, olive oil, has also taken root in East Contra Costa County and Sean McCauley, the farmer who pioneered the region’s olive oil growth, will speak about its production.

The Brentwood Agricultural Land Trust (BALT) will also give a presentation about local food production and how farmland conservation and stewardship are vital to continuing success.

In the afternoon, the spotlight turns to the home gardener. Leading soil scientist Dr. Steve Andrews will speak about enhancing the soil in home gardens.
Dr. Andrews will discuss solutions for making soil more productive so that home gardeners can produce better edible and ornamental plants. Following Dr. Andrews’ presentation, local CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture) will discuss how consumers can take advantage of farm fresh fruit and vegetables and how these fresh foods can be delivered to one’s home or be picked up at a chosen site.

Local vendors will share samples and offer soaps, honey, yarn, jams and many other local food and non-food agricultural products for sale.

Tickets for this special event are $35 each and can be purchased on the
In Our Own Backyard 2014 website. Admission includes a catered lunch by Nature’s Bounty.

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Botanical Art Diploma Course Returns to Chelsea Physic Garden

Posted in botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements on January 7, 2014|

NEW!
Chelsea School of Botanical Art
Chelsea Physic Garden
www.chelseaschoolofbotanicalart.co.uk

Botanical art returns to the Chelsea Physic Garden in 2014!

This new and updated diploma course replaces the diploma course originally taught at the English Gardening School. The English Gardening School no longer offers its diploma course and will now concentrate more on garden design and horticulture.
The Chelsea School of Botanical Art was founded by artist Helen Allen.

The diploma course for 2014 begins on January 13 and is filled to capacity. Registrations for the 2015 course are now being accepted.

The two-year part-time diploma course involves three 10-week terms the first year and one year of private study during the second year. Students are expected to build a portfolio and complete a final project to satisfy graduation requirements.

Short courses will also be offered through the new program. Information about the short courses planned for June, September and October will be posted when available. Information about the summer school course with Elaine Searle can now be viewed online. Click on the Courses tab on the school’s website to learn more.

The Chelsea School of Botanical Art is on Facebook and Twitter (@CSBArtist). Follow them to receive weekly announcements about the Garden and the diploma program.

This information has been added to Classes Near You > England.

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Updates, Reminders, Announcements

Posted in botanical art, Education, general botany, Learning Opportunities, Sketching & Journaling on January 7, 2014|

Do you teach botanical art classes, botany classes, book arts classes or lead nature journaling adventures in your community? Tell others!

I am working on the Classes Near You section one page at a time and you are invited to add your classes to this popular section.

Updates and class announcements will be posted at the beginning of each week and the most time-sensitive announcements will be posted first. Please understand that an announcement about your class may not be posted immediately.

If you already have a listing in the Classes Near You section, please check it to see if it is current. If it is not, please send updates.

The page for California has been updated. Here is information that may be of particular interest:

Filoli and Maryjo Koch are offering many inspiring classes in 2014. Visit their listings in the section for Northern California to learn more.
In Southern California, mixed media artist Jane LaFazio and watercolorist Brenda Swenson have a year’s worth of learning opportunities scheduled. The writing workshop with Paula Panich, The Literary Gardener, will be held this month at the LA Arboretum and Botanic Garden. Register now to participate in this workshop about the deep connection between storytelling and plants.

And for those interested in botanical art, don’t miss the new classes at the
Los Angeles Arboretum and Botanical Garden!

Go to Classes Near You > California

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Contribute to the Florilegium at the LA Arboretum

Posted in botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities on January 7, 2014|

Students in Cristina Baltayian’s botanical art classes at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden have the opportunity to study the Arboretum’s plants and contribute to the Arboretum’s florilegium. Learn more about Cristina’s classes below.

Botanical Art & Illustration with Cristina Baltayian
Students will explore color pencil, graphite, pen and ink, and watercolor on various papers, vellum and other surfaces. The emphasis will be on plant observation, drawing, composition, color theory and matching, and medium techniques. In conjunction with the Botanical Artists Guild of Southern California, students will study and portray many of the Arboretum plant introductions from the last 50 years. The goal is to build a collection of paintings that will celebrate and document the invaluable contribution of the Los Angeles Arboretum to the state of California. All levels of experience are welcome. Students will receive a supply list. Registrants may bring a lunch or buy lunch at the Peacock Cafe.

Tuesday Botanical Art & Illustration
10am-2pm (includes lunch break)
$255 Arboretum members per month
$275 non-members per month
Pre-registration required; please call (626) 821-4623.

Cristina Baltayian is a botanical artist with a background in drawing (graphite, charcoal, pen & ink), two-dimensional design, watercolor and colored pencil. Her work has been shown at Filoli, the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Chapman University. She is a member of the Botanical Artists Guild of Southern California and the American Society of Botanical Artists.

Basics of Color Theory & Color Mixing – January 7, 14, 21, 28
Spring Bulbs – February 4, 11, 18, 25 (Feb 11 in Bamboo Room )
Wisteria – March 4, 11, 18, 25 (Mar. 11 in Bamboo Room)
Arboretum Florilegium (subject TBA) – April 1, 8, 15, 22 (April 11 in Bamboo Room)
Basics of Composition – May 6, 13, 20, 27
Fruit (fruit types TBA) – June 3, 10, 17, 24

This information has been added to the Arboretum’s listing at
Classes Near You > Southern California.

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Exhibition About Historic Trees Extended

Posted in botanical art, Education, Learning Opportunities, Special Announcements, Special Events on December 20, 2013|

Sue Mitchell’s exhibition about her one-year sabbatical has resonated with many members of the public, both young and old. If you haven’t had a chance to see this inspiring journey about creativity and community, you still have time to see the exhibition before it closes.

Thanks to a Community Foundation Grant, admission to the Riverside Art Museum (RAM) is free through
January 5, 2014. Visit RAM today!

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Botanical Illustration Instructor Teaches Course in Practical Photography

Posted in Education, Learning Opportunities, Photography, Special Announcements on December 17, 2013|

Here is what’s new at Classes Near You > England:

Lewisham Arthouse, London
www.lewishamarthouse.co.uk
The Lewisham Arthouse once served as the central library of Deptford. Designed by architect Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas (1868-1948) and funded by Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919), this former library is now features a public gallery and studio space for professional artists. Artist studios are open to the public once per year. Exhibitions in the gallery are open to the public year-round, free of charge. Ten-week botanical illustration classes are taught by Alison Day. Watch for information about her next class. Alison also teaches a photography class.

One-Day Course in 35 mm SLR Photography Skills

Run by illustrator and photographer, Alison Day, this one-day introductory course provides an opportunity to learn about SLR photography at a theoretical and practical level. Participants learn how to get the best out of their 35mm camera, take some photographs and then process their film and make contact sheet sin the darkroom. Darkroom chemicals and equipment provided. Students must bring own camera and buy basic materials (e.g 35mm film and photographic paper). All abilities welcome.

The course is run in the artists’ studio and has limited places so early booking is advisable. For all information and booking contact Alison Day.

Cost for each course is £45/40 concessions

The Lewisham Arthouse. 140 Lewisham Way. New Cross, London, SE14 6PD.

BR/Underground New Cross/New Cross Gate.
Bus 136, 21, 436, 321.
Disabled access