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Style & Shoot: Whimsical Floral WonderlandSpend an inspiring two days honing your floral design, photography and social media marketing skills! Each day, students will delve into a world of floral wonders and accompanying curiosities inspired by NYBG's Wonderland: Curious Nature exhibition. Floral designer & instructor more... | |||||
252FDN459 | 10/24 | Th | 10:00am-5:00pm | Mele Jamison | NYBG |
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Disease Identification and ManagementLearn common diseases of woody and herbaceous ornamentals and turfgrass, and the cultural, biological, and least-toxic strategies for their control.Note: This class is a requirement in NYBG's Horiculture Certificate Program, Tracks 1, 2, & 3. It is not the same more... | |||||
252HRT481 | 10/24 | Th | 10:30am-1:30pm | Kokinchak | NYBG |
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Painting Asiatic Lilies in Watercolor with John Pastoriza-PiņolInternationally acclaimed botanical watercolor artist John Pastoriza-Piņol travels from Australia to teach you how to produce full, detailed portraits of Asiatic lilies in this special three-day workshop. Together, you'll review composition and color theory, expand your knowledge of techniques such more... | |||||
252BIL566 | 10/25 | Fr | 10:30am-4:30pm | Pastoriza-Piņol | NYBG |
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Small Asymmetrical BasketHand-woven willow baskets bring a touch of rustic yet elegant beauty to your home. Jesica Clark, owner of the Hudson Valley's Willow Vale Farm, will teach you the traditional willow weaving techniques to create a small asymmetrical basket. This design, more... | |||||
252CRF252 | 10/25 | Fr | 10:00am-6:00pm | Clark | NYBG |
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Candlemaking with HerbsDiscover the art of hand-dipped and hand-poured candles using eco-friendly, non-toxic ingredients, essential oils, and herbs. You'll learn the history of this ancient craft, and how to make synergistic scents that add a vibrance to the darker days of winter. more... | |||||
252CRF220 | 10/26 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm | Petter | 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... | |||||
252GWP211 | 10/26 | Sa | 12:00pm-5:00pm | Dubler | NYBG |
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Invasive Weed Identification & ManagementStudents will be introduced to the topics of invasion biology and weed management and their related terminology. Approximately 60 invasive or weed species common throughout the northeast region of the United States will be presented, with a focus on woody more... | |||||
252HRT482 | 10/26 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Torres | NYBG |
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Forest BathingWhen surrounded by the tranquil beauty of trees, the mind naturally becomes quiet and peaceful. You will learn about forest therapy and see for yourself the research-proven health benefits of forest bathing. Learn basic sensory and meditation techniques to help more... | |||||
252WEL145 | 10/26 | Sa | 10:30am-12:00pm | Cunningham | NYBG |
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Gothic Style: Dark and DramaticChannel windswept moors, foreboding castles, and covens as you design a haunting floral design in utilizing dramatic and beautiful seasonal materials. You'll combine black dahlias, chocolate cosmos, and other inky-toned blooms with twisted branches and seed pods to create witchy, more... | |||||
252FDN307 | 11/01 | Fr | 11:00am-2:00pm | Werber | NYBG |
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Interior PlantscapesFlorists and floral designers who want long-lasting, gorgeous interior plantings won't want to miss this unique class from florist, horticulturist, and indoor plant expert Chris Raimondi. In this class, Chris shares essential horticulture practices for proper selection and maintenance of more... | |||||
252FDN310A | 11/02 | Sa | 10:30am-3:00pm | Raimondi, CLP | NYBG |
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From Garden to Spa: Natural Body CareCreate spa-worthy products from your garden-revitalizing lotion bars, lip balms, bath salts, body scrubs, and more using a variety of botanicals. Ideal for those who want to indulge in self-care or create lovely holiday gifts. All materials provided. | |||||
252WEL144 | 11/02 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Hill | NYBG |
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Fundamentals of StyleThe ability to command a broad vocabulary of styles defines the professional floral designer. From Neo-Classical and Victorian to English garden and Flemish, understanding floral styles expands your design options, evokes specific moods, and helps create the perfect setting. $290 more... | |||||
252FDN302B | 11/06 | We | 10:00am-4:00pm | Cawley | NYBG |
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New York State 8-Hour Pesticide Apprenticeship TrainingTo be able to apply pesticides under the direct supervision of a certified applicator (i.e., your employer), New York State requires that you complete an 8-hour apprenticeship training in order to do so.NYBG's 8-hour pesticide apprenticeship training course covers the more... | |||||
252HRT241 | 11/07 | Th | 1:30pm-4:00pm | Gabel | NYBG |
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Garden Design History WalkMany important designers have shaped NYBG grounds throughout the years, including Calvert Vaux, Beatrix Farrand, Piet Oudolf, and Lynden B. Miller. Stroll the grounds with award-winning author Marta McDowell, who will discuss how the Garden's plantings, pathways, ornaments, and structures more... | |||||
252LAN267 | 11/07 | Th | 9:30am-11:30am | McDowell | NYBG |
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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... | |||||
252FDN304A | 11/13 | We | 10:00am-4:00pm | Cawley | NYBG |
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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... | |||||
252BIL302A | 11/15 | Fr | 11:00am-2:00pm | Wry | NYBG |
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Herbal Saturday Workshop: All Three SectionsHerbs have been helping us stay healthy for thousands of years. Join these expert herbalists to learn how plants can be used for medicine and self-care. | |||||
252WEL130A | 11/16 | Sa | 10:00am-4:00pm | Hill Bautista-Carolina Wainwright | NYBG |
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Herbal Saturday: Botanical Bath BombsPrepare to relax and be rejuvenated! Using salts, nourishing clays, and essential oils, you'll craft four custom botanical bath bombs to bring fragrance and fizz to a time-honored self-care ritual for you and your loved ones! | |||||
252WEL130B | 11/16 | Sa | 10:00am-11:30am | Hill | NYBG |
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Herbal Saturday: Herbal HoneyOffering a host of health benefits on its own, raw honey can also be used to preserve the medicinal properties of fresh, dried, or powdered herbs. Learn how to create medicinal herbal honeys to soothe sore throats and coughs, heal more... | |||||
252WEL130C | 11/16 | Sa | 12:30pm-2:00pm | Bautista-Carolina | NYBG |
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Herbal Saturday: Elderberry SyrupPacked with antioxidants and vitamins, elderberry fruits and flowers have been used across cultures for centuries to prevent colds and flus, treat fevers, and tame inflammation. Delve into the many healing properties of this commonly used medicinal plant while making more... | |||||
252WEL130D | 11/16 | Sa | 2:30pm-4:00pm | Wainwright | NYBG |
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Pruning Principles and PracticesThrough classwork and hands-on practice, develop pruning tools and techniques to help shrubs, conifers, broadleaves, evergreens, and deciduous plants thrive. Explore how woody plant structure and physiology influence pruning. Learn how to create and maintain hedges and explore authentic pollarding more... | |||||
252HRT321A | 11/19 | Tu | 10:00am-1:30pm | Logan | NYBG |
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Wedding Design II: Ceremony & ReceptionDesign and create arrangements appropriate for the ceremony, season, and setting, including aisle and altar designs, pew arrangements, and banquet table centerpieces. Work with a remarkable array of flowers, foliage, and fabrics to create captivating garlands and columns. Discussions include more... | |||||
252FDN305 | 11/20 | We | 10:00am-4:00pm | Woodson | NYBG |
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Botanical Holiday CardsLearn the basics of block printing with artist Chemin Hsiao. Together, you'll visit NYBG's Haupt Conservatory for seasonal botanical inspiration. Then, experiment with carving a simple design into a block of soft, eraser-like material. You'll stamp your designs onto paper more... | |||||
252CRF209 | 11/23 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Hsiao | 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... | |||||
252FDN323 | 11/23 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm | Werber | NYBG |
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Native Plant Saturday: All Three SectionsNative Plant SelectionKim Eierman | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | NYBG Discover what makes a plant native, how to choose the best species for your garden, where to find them, and how to grow them successfully. We'll also discuss those more... | |||||
252GAR202A | 11/23 | Sa | 10:00am-5:00pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial Marsh | NYBG |
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Native Plant Saturday: Native Plant SelectionDiscover what makes a plant native, how to choose the best species for your garden, where to find them, and how to grow them successfully. We'll also discuss those you can plant to support and encourage pollinators in your own more... | |||||
252GAR202B | 11/23 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial | NYBG |
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Native Plant Saturday: Growing Native Perennials from SeedLearn how and when to collect the seeds of different types of native perennials. Growing native plants from seed gives you a much wider selection of plant choices as well as the opportunity to grow them organically and economically. In more... | |||||
252GAR202C | 11/23 | Sa | 12:45pm-2:45pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial | NYBG |
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Native Plant Saturday: Designing with Native PlantsExplore the fundamentals of how native plants can be successfully incorporated into your garden plans to create sustainable garden designs filled with the beauty and diversity you desire. | |||||
252GAR202D | 11/23 | Sa | 3:00pm-5:00pm | Marsh | NYBG |