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Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Our color perception is informed by what we think of naturalistic color as well as painting movements such as Fauvism, which extended our understanding of how colors interact and produce a sensation of light. This class aims to expand your approach to color when painting nature, working from still life subjects or outside in the Garden when weather permits. Notes: Bring your own materials. For Materials List, please CLICK HERE. Please...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Paint the late spring landscape using soft pastels, an opaque medium with the color saturation of oil paint. This class will explore the north end of the Garden, beginning at the Overlook and other nearby areas. This class is taught studio-style with individual attention and each session ends with a critique to share and learn from everyone's work within the group. Some previous experience with drawing or other art media is recommended. On rainy...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Examine the art of natural perfumery. Gain a basic understanding of the sense of smell, the history of perfume, the advent of synthetic ingredients, and the return to naturals. Explore perfume ingredients and formulation, and leave with two bottles of your own bespoke perfume. All materials provided; please bring something to write with. Notes: Please bring your registration confirmation and a photo ID to the security desk at the 1000...
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Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
This class offers a unique opportunity to work directly from specimens in school's renowned collection while practicing drawing techniques and strategies. The scale of bonsai allows students to explore every aspect of a tree like its structure, leaves, and branches, in close detail. This class is open to artists and tree lovers at all levels of experience. Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? No. Please bring: A 16...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Spend the day learning how a floral designer builds wedding centerpieces and tablescapes, from creating a concept to choosing linens and vases, decor, and of course, flowers Tour the New York City flower market and learn to select the correct amount of flowers and proper containers from floral wholesalers. You will visit supply shops and a linen rental company. Then, head back to a floral studio in Manhattan to create your own wedding centerpiece....
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Get to know one of humanity’s most beloved constellations, Orion. Learn how different cultures have seen this collection of stars, how to identify it, and about its deep-sky objects like the eerie Horsehead Nebula. If it is clear, we will view this seasonal delight through a telescope. In case of cloudy weather, activities to hone your star-gazing skills will take place in the classroom. Rain or shine, discover the heavenly wonders revealed as...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
In this course, we will look at combining loose impressions of a grouping of flowers and leaves with more detailed elements. We will juxtapose these different focal points while experimenting with color combinations and variations of tonal intensity. We will also discuss how to paint stems through a glass vase and how to approach those abstract distortions. Beginners through advanced students are welcome. We will begin our lesson with an introduction...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Learn all the skills you need to create your own custom bridal bouquet, matching boutonniere, and petite table centerpiece! We’ll discuss where to purchase flowers and supplies, costs, and flower processing and care. During this class, we use simple design techniques with easy-to-understand instructions to create unique wedding floral masterpieces.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Create two designs with the rich colors of late fall. Fresh flowers, foliage, pods, and other natural materials will be used to make one centerpiece perfect for the Thanksgiving table, and a second piece to complete your autumn decor. Bring your clippers to work with and bags/boxes to carry the arrangements home. Notes: Please bring your registration confirmation and a photo ID to the security desk at the 1000 Washington Avenue entrance, and you...
Fit4Dance @ 154 Utica Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the art of fluidity and self-expression through body isolations, syncopated rhythms, and high-level movements in this invigorating dance class. Unleash your individuality and interpret your own style with technical exercises and choreographic combinations that enhance your full-body movement.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Discover watercolor tips, techniques, and approaches that will enable you to proceed with greater confidence and control. Learn wash and blending techniques, how to load a brush, and how to achieve color harmony and avoid mud. We also explore correction tricks and the importance of materials. This class is designed for the beginner as well as more advanced students. Bring your own materials. Materials List: Paper: Two 22”x30”sheets of Extra...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
In this workshop, students will learn how to use drawing as a tool to study plant forms, with a focus on identifying characteristics. Our subject will be the Garden's beautiful annual and perennial collections. Students will begin a sketchbook collection of plants. This class is suitable for artistic beginners and horticulture students alike. Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? No. Please bring: Sketchbook ...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
The vivid colors and broader spectrum of light in spring inspire painting directly from nature in the Garden. Learn more about color temperature as a tool in mixing color using soft pastels. Class will work outside in various gardens at BBG when weather permits or use plants from the greenhouse and other provided subjects for still life work in the classroom. Materials List: Soft pastels are composed only of pigment and binder in stick form. The...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
The rich, saturated pigments of soft pastels are a perfect medium to express the vivid colors of autumn in the Garden! This class is taught studio style, working en plein air in the Garden when weather permits, with one-on-one attention to further students’ individual goals. Notes: Bring your own materials; Materials list link - Fall Colors in Pastel Please bring confirmation for Garden admission. The Security Guard in the lobby of the...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Fermentation is one of the oldest food processing methods still used today. Scientifically known as zymology, it is the conversion of carbohydrates into alcohols, carbon dioxide, yeast, or bacteria. Kimchi is a fermented Korean dish made of vegetables with a variety of seasonings, traditionally stored underground in jars to keep cool during the summer months and unfrozen during the winter months. There are hundreds of varieties of kimchi using everything...
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Learn about technical aspects like weight considerations, irrigation, and building materials, as well as soil, suitable plants, design, and proper care. Want to start a rooftop garden or properly care for an existing one? This workshop will give you the tools to get going! Note: This workshop covers gardens but not green roof systems.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Learn to grow plants with recycled water and without soil or chemicals. In this two-part introduction to the fundamentals of aquaponics and hydroponics, various models and designs are evaluated to demonstrate the feasibility of growing food (fish and edible plants) in your own home on a year-round basis.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Through the practice of guided meditation, enter the flower-arranging process with a heightened awareness and sense of calm. Using the five senses as a guide, your Stems Brooklyn instructor will cover flower prep, the design process, and helpful DIY tips for the care and longevity of your creation. You’ll leave feeling more relaxed and with a stunning arrangement to take home.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Greet the new season with beautiful spring flowers and plants. Learn the care and handling of bulb flowers and early-spring foliage as you create two colorful designs to take home. All you’ll need are your cutters and bags or boxes to carry your arrangements. And bring lunch or a snack if you wish!
Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Through the practice of guided meditation, learn flower preparation, design, and aftercare with a heightened awareness and sense of calm. You’ll leave feeling more relaxed and with a stunning arrangement to take home. Note: Please bring a confirmation for Garden admission. The Security Guard in the lobby of the Administration Bldg. at 1000 Washington Avenue will direct you to your classroom.
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