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Composition: A Deeper DiveTake your composition skills to the next level and learn how the Golden Ratio, Fibonacci Sequence, Golden Spiral, and Golden Angle can be incorporated into your work. We'll also explore the step-by-step approach to organizing and planning a more complex more... | |||||
| 244BIL288O | 06/01 | Sa | 10:30am-4:00pm | Rogers-Knox | ONLINE | |
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Wedding Design I: PersonalsFlowers play a crucial role in creating a memorable wedding. Learn the elements of successful floral wedding design, including the art of fine wiring and taping to create corsages and boutonnieres with fresh flowers, ribbons, and bows. Advance to the more... | |||||
| 244FDN304 | 06/01 | Sa | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG | |
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Social Media Practices for Floral DesignBecome a content creator as you take your floral arrangement photos to the next level using social media. In this class, you'll define your goals for using social media platforms as a marketing tool to build your brand. Learn how more... | |||||
| 244FDN477O | 06/01 | Sa | 10:30am-12:30pm | Jamison | ONLINE | |
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Backyard ChickensChickens are easy to raise, endlessly entertaining, and reward their owners with freshly laid eggs. Learn the day-to-day practicalities of keeping a small backyard flock, including the best ways to select among the different breeds of chickens,housing options, and what more... | |||||
| 244GAR184O | 06/01 | Sa | 12:00pm-2:00pm | Kapler | ONLINE | |
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Houseplant Design WorkshopDo you prefer simple and clean or wild and lush? Whatever your preference, learn to use basic principles of repetition, symmetry, and color theory to blend your beloved collection of houseplants into a unified design. We'll discuss a broad palette more... | |||||
| 244GAR364 | 06/01 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Beyers | NYBG | |
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
| 244HRT358E | 06/01 | Sa | 10:00am-12:40pm | D'Antonio | NYBG | |
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Insect Pests of Landscape PlantsLearn to identify the insects common to the northeastern United States that feed on woody and herbaceous plants and the damage that they cause. Learn to judge the severity of an infestation and to select and implement control measures based more... | |||||
| 244HRT381A | 06/01 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Kokinchak | NYBG | |
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Dragonflies & Damselflies of the NortheastLearn how to identify this unique order of insects as they take to the skies in early summer. Study their biology, behavior, habitat associations, and conservation efforts currently underway. | |||||
| 244NAT311O | 06/03 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Wells | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Drawing for BeginnersThis intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite and colored pencil. | |||||
| 244BIL145CO | 06/04 | Tu | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Rawlins | ONLINE | |
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Event Planning for the Floral DesignerIn addition to exquisite design, a successful event requires a well-conceived plan. Learn how to write a sales proposal based on cost analysis, finalize the terms of the design contract, and order and organize materials, personnel, and deliveries, all within more... | |||||
| 244FDN504 | 06/04 | Tu | 10:00am-2:30pm | Cawley | NYBG | |
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The Kitchen MycologistMany people cook mushrooms the same way—sautéed in butter or oil— and end up being disappointed with the results. That's a shame, because not only are mushrooms a low-fat, nutritious and environmentally sustainable food, they are incredibly flavorful if handled more... | |||||
| 244CKG230O | 06/05 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bone | ONLINE | |
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Asian Ink Brushwork PaintingReceive an introduction to the basics of ink brushwork from the Asian ink art tradition. You'll study tonal painting skills on a variety of paper surfaces and learn how to work with a large Asian calligraphy brush. This class will more... | |||||
| 244CRF289 | 06/05 | We | 11:00am-1:30pm | Hsiao | NYBG | |
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Spring Flower CrownsSimple yet elegant—floral crowns evoke nature and romance. Far from being a hippie throwback, flower crowns remain trendy for summer music festivals, parties, and weddings. Fashion your own crown using seasonal blooms and fresh foliage in this tranquil, hands-on class. more... | |||||
| 244FDN126 | 06/05 | We | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Mele | NYBG | |
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Shopping the New York Flower MarketLearn to navigate the bustling New York flower district! Discover where to get the best flowers and hard goods from the pros. Your confirmation letter will include where we will meet in the flower district. Lunch is not included. Dress more... | |||||
| 244FDN400C | 06/05 | We | 9:00am-12:30pm | Woodson | OFS | |
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Plant Studio: Landscape Design History for Beginners"Travel the globe" during this survey of European, American, Chinese, Japanese, and Islamic garden traditions, while exploring a wide range of iconic examples—from private gardens to public parks. | |||||
| 244PLT100B | 06/05 | Merritt | ONLINE-FLEX | |||
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Plant Studio: Plant ScienceDo you find yourself daydreaming about the plants around you—wondering how they grow and thrive? Indulge your curiosity as we introduce you to the fascinating world of plant science. | |||||
| 244PLT110B | 06/05 | Alvarez | ONLINE-FLEX | |||
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Plant Studio: Pruning BasicsLearn to prune like NYBG! In this two-week course, our plant experts will guide you through essential pruning techniques for woody plants like small trees and shrubs, and more. | |||||
| 244PLT140B | 06/05 | Finley | ONLINE-FLEX | |||
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Plein-Air DrawingPlein-Air artist Frank Guida covers basic design principles, including focal point, contrast, perspective, line, and gesture, as well as how to choose a subject that translates well on the page. Then, you will go out on grounds to practice what more... | |||||
| 244CRF198 | 06/06 | Th | 10:00am-2:00pm | Guida | NYBG | |
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Drawing Fruits and Seed DispersalAll flowering plants produce fruit, regardless of whether the fruit is edible, hard or soft. In this class, you'll combine botanical morphology with illustration to gain a deeper understanding of plant reproduction—how fruits develop from fertilized carpels in various ways more... | |||||
| 244BIL449O | 06/07 | Fr | 11:00am-1:00pm | Leech | ONLINE | |
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Native Flora in SummerLearn to identify native and introduced herbs, ferns, shrubs, and trees as they appear in summer, and get to know plants that may be found in fields, on roadsides, and in woodlands and wetlands. Learn about basic plant structure and more... | |||||
| 244BOT334 | 06/07 | Fr | 10:00am-1:00pm | Holmes | NYBG | |
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Flower Arranging with Store-Bought BouquetsCreate your own professional-looking arrangements with economical, store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers from your local grocery store or farmers market, learn how to design and create your own elegant arrangements. | |||||
| 244FDN210C | 06/07 | Fr | 10:00am-12:00pm | Matsui | NYBG | |
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Spiral Topiary Workshop with Mike GibsonEver wonder how those whimsical yet well-manicured, spiral topiaries are created? Here's your chance to learn from renowned topiary expert Mike Gibson. Throughout this class, Gibson will provide personalized attention, valuable tips, and share the therapeutic benefits of topiary as more... | |||||
| 244HRT230 | 06/07 | Fr | 10:00am-1:00pm | Gibson | NYBG | |
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Knowing and Growing Roses: An OverviewExpert rosarian Shauna Moore walks you through the history of a wide variety of rose types and classifications while explaining how to select the best ones for your garden. On a walk through the Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden, she'll share more... | |||||
| 244GAR361 | 06/08 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm | Moore | NYBG | |
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Wonderland: Curious Nature SymposiumIt's unbelievable, it's unfamiliar, it's NYBG like never before! Wonderland: Curious Nature transforms our 250 acres through the sights, settings, and scents of the classic story of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. From mind-bending horticultural displays fit for a queen to more... | |||||
| 244GAR830 | 06/08 | Sa | 10:00am-12:30pm | Edwards Wiley | NYBG | |
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Tree Climbing for ArboristsDesigned for people interested in arboriculture, this course will help students develop their climbing skills. Learn techniques such as rope setting, knot tying, body thrusting, doublecrotching, foot locking, and limb walking. Taught on Garden grounds, this class offers expert instruction more... | |||||
| 244HRT304 | 06/08 | Sa | 10:00am-3:30pm | Vitagliano Davila | NYBG | |
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Intro to Landscape DesignGain an introduction to the terminology, concepts, and basic principles of landscape design through lectures and simple two-dimensional exercises. This course is recommended for students with little or no background in design who want to design for their own home more... | |||||
| 244LAN100BO | 06/08 | Sa | 10:30am-12:30pm | Tryba | ONLINE | |
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Fundamentals of GardeningExplore the basics of successful, environmentally friendly gardening. Topics include soils and their improvement, seed sowing, vegetative propagation, planting, pruning, watering, weeding, mulching, and disease and pest control. This course is also required for the Horticultural Therapy Certificate. | |||||
| 244GAR301CO | 06/11 | Tu | 10:00am-12:00pm | Marsh | ONLINE | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups-flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes-focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 244HRT300CO | 06/12 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Conaway | NYBG | |
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Potting Seasonal Bulbs with Polly NicholsonLearn how to grow seasonal bulbs in containers with expert organic grower Polly Nicholson. Passionate about tulips, Nicholson has been growing species, both historic and annual garden varieties, for over fifteen years and she holds the National Collection of Tulipa more... | |||||
| 244GAR544 | 06/13 | Th | 2:00pm-4:00pm | Nicholson | NYBG | |
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The Tulip Garden: Polly Nicholson in Conversation with Lindsey TaylorPolly Nicholson, an organic flower grower, holder of the National Collection of Tulipa (Historic), and owner of Bayntun Flowers in Wiltshire, UK, has cultivated a horticultural empire on her countryside estate, consisting of a series of walled gardens and a more... | |||||
| 244GAR851 | 06/13 | Th | 10:30am-11:30am | Nicholson Taylor | MERTZLIBRARY | |
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Plant CommunitiesFundamentally change the way you view natural landscapes by learning about the complex factors that inform which plants grow in what combinations. Understanding how and why these plant communities form will help you design beautiful landscapes that are more resilient, more... | |||||
| 244HRT353ABL | 06/13 | Th | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Schuler | BLENDED | |
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Fresh Garlic in WatercolorLearn the basic watercolor techniques used by botanical artists while painting fresh garlic from the photograph provided. Flat wash, layering and other techniques will be covered. This online course will offer live demonstrations, videos, and individual feedback.Please note, this course more... | |||||
| 244BIL260O | 06/15 | Sa | 12:00pm-4:00pm | Schermer-Gramm | ONLINE | |
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Gardening with Native PlantsLearn how native plants enhance gardens and augment biodiversity. Study native herbaceous and woody plants: their identification, habitat, and culture. Hear about the significance of woodland soils, and how to promote a healthy environment to support spring ephemerals, summer perennials, more... | |||||
| 244GAR315B | 06/15 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial | NYBG | |
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Garden Design WorkshopGood garden design isn't easy, but for anyone with a passion for plants, a little imagination, and proper guidance, it is possible to succeed. Learn the basics of garden design, review examples that work for different architectural styles and site more... | |||||
| 244GAR317 | 06/15 | Sa | 10:30am-3:00pm | Beyers | NYBG | |
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Bonsai for Beginners WorkshopLearn the fundamentals for turning ordinary nursery stock into a living work of art. This workshop covers the major styles of bonsai along with plant and container selection, branch and root pruning, wiring, and potting. more... | |||||
| 244GAR912 | 06/15 | Sa | 1:00pm-5:00pm | Dillon | NYBG | |
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Through the Looking Glass: Botanical MirrorTake inspiration from the mind-bending horticultural displays and unusual installations of NYBG's Wonderland: Curious Nature exhibition. Give a mirror an enchanted look by adding moss and other botanical materials around the frame. You'll use branches, faux mushrooms, butterflies, botanical blends more... | |||||
| 244CRF247 | 06/16 | Su | 10:00am-1:00pm | Yanni | NYBG | |
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Abstract PhotographyExperiment with composing abstract images using botanical subjects. Expert photographer Douglas Dubler will show you how to use the lines, shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of petals, leaves, stems, and vines to create intriguing pictures. All cameras, including smart phone more... | |||||
| 244GWP211 | 06/16 | Su | 12:00pm-5:00pm | Dubler | NYBG | |
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Chainsaws: Use, Safety, and MaintenanceWhether you are a budding arborist or weekend woodcutter, knowing how to use your chainsaw safely and maintain it properly are keys to success. This lecture-demonstration course by an ISA-certified arborist teaches you the basics of chainsaw use and care, more... | |||||
| 244HRT308B | 06/16 | Su | 10:30am-4:30pm | Vitagliano | NYBG | |
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Gilded Age Centerpiece: Heirloom Roses and FernsTake creative inspiration from 19th- and 20th-century Gilded Age. Step-by-step, learn easy techniques for crafting an opulent rose centerpiece from a bygone era. You'll combine heirloom roses and ferns in a low silver container for a modern take on this more... | |||||
| 244FDN430O | 06/17 | Mo | 11:00am-1:00pm | O'Sullivan | ONLINE | |
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The Native Pollinator GardenA successful pollinator garden must provide appropriate food and habitat for a diverse array of species, including bees, beetles, butterflies,moths, birds, and even pollinating flies. Explore best practices for attracting and supporting our native pollinators, as well as which native more... | |||||
| 244GAR340 | 06/18 | Tu | 10:00am-1:00pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial | NYBG | |
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Botanical Drawing I: Methods and MaterialsAccurate observation translates into sensitive, realistic drawings and is an essential skill for botanical artists. Using basic shapes, fruit, and leaves, learn contour drawing with an emphasis on proportion, and explore techniques such as foreshortening, perspective, and line weight. | |||||
| 244BIL301BO | 06/20 | Th | 11:00am-2:00pm | Grossman | ONLINE | |
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Grand-Scale ArrangementsFull, lavish arrangements to enhance entrance halls, ballrooms, parties, and hotels are always in demand. Learn the mechanics behind how these dramatic arrangements are designed and constructed. $240 materials fee. | |||||
| 244FDN502 | 06/20 | Th | 10:00am-2:30pm | Cawley | NYBG | |
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Natural History of InsectsDelve into the fascinating world of the creatures that make up 84% of the Animal Kingdom—what renowned biologist E.O. Wilson once called "the little things that run the world." We'll discuss the roles that insects play—both in maintaining healthy ecosystems more... | |||||
| 244NAT322BL | 06/20 | Th | 10:00am-12:00pm | Chaya | BLENDED | |
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Wild WetlandsSpare, striking wetland flora create dramatic and unconventional arrangements that evoke these marshy environments. Study line and negative space as you create a large-scale arrangement using reeds, grasses, and other wetland plants such as Irises, Cattails, and Water Lilies. $170 more... | |||||
| 244FDN358 | 06/21 | Fr | 10:00am-1:00pm | Werber | NYBG | |
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Botanical Watercolor for Beginners and BeyondDesigned for both inexperienced students and those who wish to improve their skills, this class will allow you to work at your own pace on a variety of pieces. Lectures and demonstrations are enhanced by individual instruction. | |||||
| 244BIL140AO | 06/22 | Sa | 11:00am-3:30pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Pruning Big Leaf and Mountain HydrangeasPruning hydrangeas can be one of the most confusing chores in the garden. In this class, you'll drill down to explore the pruning needs of the two most troublesome and similar hydrangeas; the big leaf and mountain varieties. Hydrangea expert more... | |||||
| 244GAR177 | 06/22 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Ballato | NYBG | |
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Intro to iPhone PhotographyIn this two-part class, you'll practice using your iPhone's built-in features to create high-quality memories of the Garden and more. During the first session, gain comfort with how to zoom, achieve proper exposure, shoot panoramic and portrait modes, edit for more... | |||||
| 244GWP219 | 06/22 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Falk | NYBG | |
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Dyeing Flowers for ArrangementsAlthough flowers are available in endless color variations, the creative practice of dying flowers has become popular among floral designers. Whether you are trying to achieve the elusive blue rose or an unusual color to draw the eye, dying flowers more... | |||||
| 244FDN466 | 06/24 | Mo | 10:00am-1:00pm | Mele | NYBG | |
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Landscape Plants: AnnualsBecome familiar with the identification, culture, and landscape use of annuals and select tender perennials. Review major groups of common species as well as more unusual types. Learn how to choose low-maintenance plants, and review the scientific and common names more... | |||||
| 244HRT341B | 06/29 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm | Ruggiero | NYBG | |
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Plant Studio: Plant ScienceDo you find yourself daydreaming about the plants around you—wondering how they grow and thrive? Indulge your curiosity as we introduce you to the fascinating world of plant science. | |||||
| 251PLT110A | 07/03 | Day | ONLINE-FLEX | |||
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Plant Studio: Container GardeningLearn how to design, plant, and care for a container garden that's both functional and full of four-season beauty, whether it's on your home patio, terrace, or deck—or in your apartment. | |||||
| 251PLT120A | 07/03 | Barrie | ONLINE-FLEX | |||
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Plant Studio: Pruning BasicsLearn to prune like NYBG! In this two-week course, our plant experts will guide you through essential pruning techniques for woody plants like small trees and shrubs, and more. | |||||
| 251PLT140A | 07/03 | Brannes | ONLINE-FLEX | |||
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Floral Design Summer IntensiveThe Floral Design Certificate Program at NYBG offers the most in-depth training in the region, covering every aspect of this creative art. We'll help you develop your own aesthetic, master the mechanics for any arrangement, and gain practical business skills, more... | |||||
| 251FDN950 | 07/08 | Mo | 10:00am-5:00pm | Cawley Woodson Mele Jamison Raimondi, CLP Norman Miura | NYBG | |
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Gardening Summer IntensiveThe Gardening Certificate Program at NYBG provides you with the core knowledge, hands-on training, and credentials you need to succeed in any garden setting with complete confidence.In just three weeks, complete more than 40% of the coursework required for the more... | |||||
| 251GAR950 | 07/08 | Mo | 9:00am-4:00pm | Barrie Himmelman Hagen Kokinchak Ruggiero Finley Rosiello Eierman, EcoBeneficial | NYBG | |
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Landscape Design Summer IntensiveThe Landscape Design Certificate Program at NYBG is an engaging, career-oriented program that gives you a solid, plant-focused foundation along with the skills and confidence you need to start your own business.In four weeks, earn 25% of the course hours more... | |||||
| 251LAN960 | 07/08 | Mo | 9:00am-5:00pm | Arrington Merritt Poccia Hagen Pulver Patchowsky Rumiantcev Cohen Ruggiero Finley | NYBG | |
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Introduction to Therapeutic HorticultureExplore the theoretical foundations and evidence-based research that supports using the people-plant relationship as a therapeutic tool to improve health and well-being. Engage in hands-on activities to discover the beneficial cognitive, physical, psychological, and social-emotional impacts associated with working with more... | |||||
| 251THP301BL | 07/08 | Mo | 2:00pm-4:30pm | Meore | BLENDED | |
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Therapeutic Horticulture Summer IntensiveIn just three weeks, complete more than 30% of the coursework required for the Certificate and gain a solid understanding of how to utilize plants, gardening, and nature to empower specific individuals and groups. All courses are offered in a more... | |||||
| 251THP960BL | 07/08 | Mo | 9:00am-4:30pm | D'Amico Meore Lorenzetti Fried Wichrowski Shahay Lawless D'Auria | BLENDED | |
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Urban Ecology Field Study WorkshopLearn to measure and monitor the ecological diversity observed and celebrated in and around New York City environs. Practice using field techniques for recording observations in nature while walking along trails in the Garden. Explore the biodiversity within your chosen more... | |||||
| 251NAT323 | 07/10 | We | 9:00am-12:00pm | Slowik | NYBG | |
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Therapeutic Horticulture for Youth with DisabilitiesDiscover how therapeutic horticulture can greatly enrich and support the formative years-from early childhood through adolescence. Learn about the causes and characteristics of various types of developmental disabilities and youth at risk. Explore ways to incorporate therapeutic horticulture and the more... | |||||
| 251THP402BL | 07/11 | Th | 6:00pm-9:00pm | D'Amico | BLENDED | |
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Pen and InkPen and ink, among the most versatile and useful media, can be used to create high quality, easily reproducible drawings. Learn how to produce different strokes and how to create tone by using stipple, line, and crosshatch techniques. | |||||
| 251BIL400O | 07/12 | Fr | 11:00am-2:00pm | Morley | ONLINE | |
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Outdoor Plants for Therapeutic ProgramsTour the gardens and collections of NYBG to expand your repertoire of edible and ornamental plants for therapeutic programming. Learn their specific requirements and care, while exploring design possibilities, safety and applications for use with various service communities. Prerequisite: Fundamentals more... | |||||
| 251THP320 | 07/12 | Fr | 1:00pm-4:00pm | Lorenzetti | NYBG | |
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Botanical Drawing III: Focus on FlowersApply your understanding of contours, perspective, and tone to drawing three distinct types of flowers. The object is to accurately draw a fully toned flowering plant. Explore compositional possibilities, textures, and details. | |||||
| 251BIL303BO | 07/13 | Sa | 11:30am-2:30pm | Rawlins | ONLINE | |
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Lavender Craft WorkshopExplore the creative ways to use lavender in your everyday life. In this class, you'll receive a brief history of why lavender has been the most used herb for over 2,000 years as you use fresh, dried, and preserved lavender more... | |||||
| 251CRF261 | 07/13 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Yanni | NYBG | |
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Styling Flowers for PhotographyProfessional prop stylist Robin Zachary shares creative ways to style and photograph your finished floral arrangements for use on your website, portfolio, and/or social media accounts. Learn how to design a set with a variety of backdrops and props in more... | |||||
| 251FDN312 | 07/13 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm | Zachary | ONLINE | |
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Gardening with FernsDelicate and feathery or tall and structural, ferns are the perfect choice to make shady, moist pockets of your garden come alive. In a lushly illustrated talk combined with walks on Garden grounds, Mobee Weinstein—NYBG Foreman of Gardeners for Outdoor more... | |||||
| 251GAR348 | 07/13 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Weinstein | NYBG | |
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Plants for LandscapingChoose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region. | |||||
| 251HRT358A | 07/13 | Sa | 10:00am-12:40pm | Nolan | NYBG | |
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Basic Plant IDThis is the class for plant-lovers eager to up their game! Learn the terminology and basic botanical nomenclature that will help you recognize and describe key differences in common plants. | |||||
| 251BOT308BO | 07/15 | Mo | 5:30pm-7:30pm | Holmes | ONLINE | |
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Therapeutic Horticulture for Older AdultsExplore how therapeutic horticulture can improve the health, function, and quality of life for older adults in various settings, from independent to assisted living, day programs, skilled nursing, and memory care facilities. You willalso gain an understanding of the physical, more... | |||||
| 251THP401BL | 07/16 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Shahay Lawless | BLENDED | |
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Botanical Drawing for BeginnersThis intro class teaches you basic botanical illustration techniques to help you make realistic drawings of branches, stems, leaves, and flowers using graphite and colored pencil. | |||||
| 251BIL145DO | 07/17 | We | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Rawlins | ONLINE | |
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Bearded Irises in Watercolor & Colored PencilLearn the basic watercolor techniques used by botanical artists while painting a lovely, bearded iris in watercolor and colored pencil. Flat wash, layering, and dry brush techniques will be covered. This online course will offer live demonstrations, videos, and individual more... | |||||
| 251BIL162O | 07/18 | Th | 11:00am-1:45pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Grocery Store BotanyHave you ever wondered why a strawberry is not considered a berry, but a tomato is? Or what part of a plant is celery? Dig deeper into the histories of common fruits and vegetables and explore the science behind the more... | |||||
| 251BOT293 | 07/20 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Lorenzetti | NYBG | |
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Seasonal Berry JamGet a little messy making seasonal berry jam! Trained in preservation techniques at Cornell, Stephen Nocera will show you three distinct methods of jamming, using less sugar and no additives or pectin. You'll come away with the techniques and recipes more... | |||||
| 251CKG200 | 07/20 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Nocera | NYBG | |
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Materials as Muse: Making Art with FlowersWhat is the line between art and decoration? Think beyond the confines of "pretty" and consider flowers in terms of line, gesture, texture, and form. We will examine the colors and patterns of masterworks from NYBG's latest exhibition, then create more... | |||||
| 251FDN323 | 07/20 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Werber | NYBG | |
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Summer Butterfly WalkNYBG's lush grounds and various habitats provide a remarkable opportunity to observe and study butterflies. Join naturalist Ken Chaya in search of a wide variety of colorful butterflies known to feast on summer flowers in our area. You'll learn how more... | |||||
| 251NAT328 | 07/20 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Chaya | NYBG | |
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Introduction to Plant ScienceThis user-friendly intro course surveys the major plant groups-flowering plants, conifers, ferns, and bryophytes-focusing on their form and structure. Become botanically literate and gain practical experience in dissecting and analyzing plant structures. | |||||
| 251HRT300AO | 07/22 | Mo | 5:30pm-7:45pm | Cheng | NYBG | |
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Accessibility Considerations for Therapeutic Horticulture ProgrammingEvaluate tools, equipment, structures, spaces, and techniques used by participants in therapeutic horticulture activities. Explore universal design principles and how to incorporate them into programming, activities, garden design, and tools to meet the widest range of people's needs. Design and more... | |||||
| 251THP406BL | 07/22 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | D'Amico D'Auria | BLENDED | |
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Colored PencilThe focus of this course is on color theory and application. Colored pencil line and tone can be applied to look like either drawing or painting, making it a versatile medium for creating botanical artwork. Learn a variety of techniques, more... | |||||
| 251BIL415O | 07/25 | Th | 11:00am-2:00pm | Reiner | ONLINE | |
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Pickles, Three WaysReturn to great-grandma's tried-and-true process to make pickled cucumbers in three styles—spicy dill, sweet bread-and-butter, and zesty relish. Designedfor beginners, this class covers the basics—from recipes to food prep to sterilizing. You'll pick up tips and tricks for pickling all more... | |||||
| 251CKG221 | 07/27 | Sa | 11:00am-3:00pm | Nocera | NYBG | |
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Color Theory for Floral DesignColors—like flowers themselves—evoke feeling and sentiment, and set the mood. Explore the role of color in floral design using a spectrum of flowers. This course gives you a solid grounding in color theory, while highlighting the latest hues and color more... | |||||
| 251FDN306B | 07/27 | Sa | 10:00am-2:30pm | Elfe | NYBG | |
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Principles of Pollinator Landscape DesignGain an understanding of the principles of pollination and learn how to create landscapes that attract a diversity of pollinators. In this class, you'll review pollinator ecology and the varied types of pollinators in the northeast region; explore native plant more... | |||||
| 251HRT125 | 07/27 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial | NYBG | |
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Dragonflies in Colored PencilThis course offers an immersive exploration of drawing dragonflies with colored pencils. Through comprehensive demonstrations and hands-on practice, learn to depict the intricate beauty of these winged creatures, from their iridescence to the delicate wing veining. You'll discover essential techniques more... | |||||
| 251BIL384O | 07/30 | Tu | 11:00am-2:00pm | Reiner | ONLINE | |
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Summer-Blooming Native PlantsDiscover plants native to our region that flower in summer, such as Hairy Penstemon, Spotted Beebalm, Shrubby St. John's Wort, and Northern Bush Honeysuckle. Learn how to choose the right plants for your landscape conditions and explore the benefits they more... | |||||
| 251GAR212 | 07/30 | Tu | 10:00am-1:00pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial | NYBG | |
