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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. | |||||
| 261BIL145EO | 09/18 | Th | 11:00am-2:00pm | Rawlins | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Watercolor IThis comprehensive class covers the basic techniques of botanical watercolor. Learn how to use your brushes to make smooth, underlying washes, as well as to create fine detail. Color theory will teach you how paints interact, and how to select more... | |||||
| 261BIL331BO | 09/18 | Th | 5:30pm-8:30pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Plant DiversityExplore the myriad structures and diverse life cycles of plants, algae, fungi, and bacteria. Discover how and why scientists have divided and classified these organisms. | |||||
| 261BOT317O | 09/18 | Th | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Alvarez | ONLINE | |
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Disease Identification and ManagementIt's essential to identify plant diseases before they become widespread in your garden. Explore the basics of disease management, and learn how the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) can help you maintain a strong and healthy garden.Note: This class more... | |||||
| 261GAR324BO | 09/18 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Kokinchak | ONLINE | |
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Complete Garden Care and MaintenanceLearn sustainable garden and landscape maintenance techniques, including planting methods, plant care, and maintenance regimens for trees, shrubs, lawn, and perennial gardens. Discuss site analysis and plant selection, organic gardening practices, and how to create a calendar of landscape and more... | |||||
| 261GAR440BO | 09/18 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Cappello-Ruggiero | ONLINE | |
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The Basics of Visual CompositionForethought and an understanding of basic composition principles are the foundation of any balanced work of art. Through group critiques, discussions and a variety of exercises, we'll experiment with a wide range of principles, including focal point, the rule of more... | |||||
| 261BIL421BO | 09/20 | Sa | 10:00am-3:00pm | Rogers-Knox | ONLINE | |
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Paleobotany: The Origin of PlantsPaleobotany, the study of plant evolution through fossil evidence, gives us insights into Earth's flora, past and present. In this class, you'll learn about the evolution of plants—from when life first emerged from the ocean to modern day trees and more... | |||||
| 261BOT434O | 09/20 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Paradiso | ONLINE | |
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Turning Flowers into ArtExplore multiple ways to bring the beauty of dried flowers into your home. In the first session, you'll discover tips on which flower types will last the longest, how to gather, press, and preserve them, and when to use which more... | |||||
| 261CRF237O | 09/20 | Sa | 2:00pm-4:00pm | Yanni | ONLINE | |
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Prairie-Style Tabletop ArrangementTake inspiration from wildflowers appearing roadside or in surrounding meadows to create your own fresh, airy, prairie-style tabletop floral arrangement. In this class, you'll craft a curated tabletop floral design with an artful blend of wildflowers, grasses, wheat stalks, and more... | |||||
| 261FDN361O | 09/21 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | O'Sullivan | ONLINE | |
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Introduction to BulbsSince autumn is the optimum season to plant bulbs, now is the time to decide what will work best in your garden. In this class, you'll receive an overview of bulbs-what they are and how to properly plant them. Common more... | |||||
| 261GAR287O | 09/22 | Mo | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Hagen | ONLINE | |
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A Garden Design PrimerPut all your garden ideas into practice with this practical overview of the best layout plans and circulation patterns. Learn how to analyze space and proportions to create a coherent landscape design that complements both home and garden. | |||||
| 261GAR222O | 09/25 | Th | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Rosiello | ONLINE | |
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Container GardeningLearn how to create a container garden for your patio, terrace, or entryway that's both functional and gorgeous-and helps your plants thrive in all four seasons. | |||||
| 261GAR327CO | 09/26 | Fr | 10:00am-12:00pm | Gonzalez | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Drawing II: Developing Your SkillsBuilding on Botanical Drawing I skills, learn to tone fruit, vegetables, leaves, and branches. Focus on concepts of light source, value, and shading to create form. Learn to translate color into black and white, and create the illusion of depth more... | |||||
| 261BIL302CO | 09/27 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Vogel | 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. | |||||
| 261HRT300HO | 09/27 | Sa | 10:30am-12:45pm | Simeone | ONLINE | |
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Making Fire CiderFire cider—a spicy herbal tonic—has been known for centuries as a powerful immunity booster. Its benefits have been said to improve blood circulation, prevent and treat colds, aid digestion, and more. Tap into ancient healing methods with Dee Davis, co-founder more... | |||||
| 261WEL216O | 09/28 | Su | 10:00am-12:30pm | Davis | 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. | |||||
| 261HRT300JO | 09/29 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bakis | ONLINE | |
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Autumn Squashes in WatercolorReplicate the colors, luminosity, form, and texture of autumn squash using watercolor. You'll begin by learning the importance of selecting interesting specimens from the Cucurbita family to illustrate. From there, you'll practice creating fluid line drawings, transferring them to hot more... | |||||
| 261BIL369O | 09/30 | Tu | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Petrochko | ONLINE | |
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Tree PoliticsExamine the political ecology of trees; their use and abuse in history, and how these woody plants have shaped our world. In this historical survey, you'll gain a renewed perspective of the role that trees play in your everyday life more... | |||||
| 261BOT352O | 09/30 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Thomson | 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. | |||||
| 262HRT300AO | 10/01 | We | 11:00am-1:00pm | O'Brien | 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. | |||||
| 262BIL145AO | 10/02 | Th | 6:00pm-9:00pm | DeCicco | ONLINE | |
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Vegetable GardeningExamine pre-planting procedures, from soil preparation to crop rotation planning. Study the timing and techniques of planting, pest management, and harvest and post-harvest handling. Survey heirloom varieties, new cultivars, and classic selections. | |||||
| 262GAR431AO | 10/05 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE | |
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Landscape Design HistoryExplore theories, traditions, and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present, through visual presentations, assigned readings, projects, and classroom discussion. | |||||
| 262LAN301AO | 10/05 | Su | 10:00am-1:00pm | Capps Sarathy | ONLINE | |
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Botanical LatinBotanical Latin is essential for anyone with a serious interest in identifying plants. But, contrary to popular belief, mastering Latin plant names need not be intimidating or boring. Review the rules of taxonomy, Latin grammar, and pronunciation, and learn the more... | |||||
| 262GAR360AO | 10/06 | Mo | 10:30am-12:30pm | Bakshi | ONLINE | |
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Gardening with Native PlantsLearn how to use native plants and native gardening practices to enhance garden ecosystems and increase biodiversity. Study native herbaceous and woody plants: their identification, habitat, and culture. Discover how to promote a healthy environment using native spring ephemerals, herbaceous more... | |||||
| 262GAR315AO | 10/09 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial | ONLINE | |
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27th Annual Landscape Design Portfolios Lecture Series: All Three SessionsThe 27th Annual Landscape Design Portfolios Lecture Series welcomes three outstanding professionals—NYBG's very-own Todd Forrest, award-winning landscape architects Mikyoung Kim, and Walter Hood—to present innovative landscapes that enhance quality of life and satisfy our innate desires for nature and community. | |||||
| 262LEC801AO | 10/14 | Tu | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Forrest Hood Kim | ONLINE | |
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Todd Forrest: Creating an Urban OasisThe New York Botanical Garden has been a connective hub among people, plants, and the planet since 1891. Since inception, millions of visitors have made the Garden a part of their lives, exploring the joy, beauty, and respite of nature more... | |||||
| 262LEC801BO | 10/14 | Tu | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Forrest | ONLINE | |
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Drawing Natural Objects in Charcoal PencilCombine your love of nature walks with the pursuit of building your botanical art skillset. With found pieces of nature as your subject—such as leaves and seedpods—you'll concentrate on building simple compositions as you develop a broad tonal range, adding more... | |||||
| 262BIL373O | 10/15 | We | 11:00am-2:00pm | Rossetti | ONLINE | |
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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. | |||||
| 262BIL301AO | 10/16 | Th | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Rawlins | ONLINE | |
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Flower ID from A to ZThere are many types of flowers available for floral designers, from exotic imports to locally grown. Learn to identify new varieties of old favorites, seasonal flowers, and various foliages. Topics include the special handling needs of many flower types. more... | |||||
| 262FDN308AO | 10/16 | Th | 6:00pm-8:30pm | Edinger | ONLINE | |
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Plant Morphology for Botanical ArtistsExamine the enormous variety of forms and structural adaptations of flowering plants—the world's dominant plant group. Through lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory studies, learn to recognize and draw the many plant parts and growth stages of the most common plant families. more... | |||||
| 262BIL300AO | 10/19 | Su | 10:30am-1:00pm | Day | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Watercolor IThis comprehensive class covers the basic techniques of botanical watercolor. Learn how to use your brushes to make smooth, underlying washes, as well as to create fine detail. Color theory will teach you how paints interact, and how to select more... | |||||
| 262BIL331AO | 10/19 | Su | 11:00am-2:00pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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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. | |||||
| 262BOT308AO | 10/19 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | Bucuvalas | ONLINE | |
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Plant StructureGet a solid grounding in the basic plant body-from the cell to the roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruit. We'll use dissecting and compound light microscopes to observe plant anatomy, then introduce the base-level chemistry required to understand the world more... | |||||
| 262BOT315AO | 10/20 | Mo | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Zumajo | ONLINE | |
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Flower Arranging at HomeBring cheer into your home and exercise your botanical creativity, with live, real-time guidance. Watch your fellow students' efforts online and get personal critiques from your instructor as you build your elegant arrangement with fresh flowers from your own garden, more... | |||||
| 262FDN243AO | 10/20 | Mo | 11:00am-1:00pm | Edinger | ONLINE | |
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Landscape Design HistoryExplore theories, traditions, and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present, through visual presentations, assigned readings, projects, and classroom discussion. | |||||
| 262LAN301BO | 10/20 | Mo | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Bunnell | ONLINE | |
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Contemporary Underwater Floral StylingCreate unique floral art and explore the techniques to submerging flowers underwater and the process of stacking flower frames. Learn what the most appropriate flowers and vases are to assembling a successful underwater arrangement while incorporating elements of stone, wire, more... | |||||
| 262FDN442O | 10/23 | Th | 10:00am-12:00pm | O'Sullivan | ONLINE | |
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Cut Flower FarmingDesign, plant, and harvest a cutting garden that's productive throughout the seasons. You'll get hands-on practice starting seeds to ensure you always have something fresh to cut. We'll cover traditional and unexpected annual and perennial cut flower species and varieties more... | |||||
| 262HRT142O | 10/23 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Breyer | ONLINE | |
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Portfolio and Presentation SkillsCreate visually compelling print and digital portfolios to present to potential clients. Learn how to develop professional documentation for a variety of audiences through in-class design charrettes and individualized projects. | |||||
| 262LAN555O | 10/24 | Fr | 3:00pm-5:10pm | Arrington | ONLINE | |
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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. | |||||
| 262BIL400AO | 10/27 | Mo | 11:00am-2:00pm | Morley | ONLINE | |
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Woodland Wildscaping"Wildscaping" is a movement in sustainable floral styling that evokes meadows and woods. Using distinctive, natural wood branches as a container, you'll construct a Woodland Wildscape centerpiece from wildflowers, vines, berries, mosses and ferns. The effect is magical, sophisticated, and more... | |||||
| 262FDN394O | 10/28 | Tu | 10:00am-12:00pm | O'Sullivan | ONLINE | |
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Mikyoung Kim: Designing for Higher GroundMikyoung Kim, FASLA, is the founding principal of MYK, a globally recognized landscape and urban design studio that integrates the latest research in neurodivergent science into the design of our shared experiences. Her work bridges public health policy with environmental more... | |||||
| 262LEC801DO | 10/28 | Tu | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Kim | ONLINE | |
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Put Your Garden to BedWhat can you do this fall to ensure a healthy garden next spring? Get a head start on your best garden ever by taking care of it now! Learn techniques to improve soil quality, protect perennials and tender plants through more... | |||||
| 262GAR185O | 10/29 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bakis | ONLINE | |
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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... | |||||
| 262BIL415AO | 10/31 | Fr | 11:00am-2:00pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
