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24th Annual Landscape Design Portfolios Series - All Three SectionsThese innovative and much-honored landscape architects discuss their signature projects, unique working methods, and design philosophies-while sharing transformative stories of people and places. For these designers, a respect for history informs and inspires the creative process. | |||||
| 232LAN801AO | 10/03 | Mo | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Kennedy Bargmann Wyllie Lord | ONLINE | |
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At a Crossroads: Socially Just LandscapesFrom her office in New York's Brooklyn Naval Yard, Elizabeth Kennedy leads EKLA PLLC, a collaborative, interdisciplinary social justice practice noted for excellence in innovative landscape preservation, development, and management. For Kennedy, design inspiration can come from anywhere-even the quality more... | |||||
| 232LAN801BO | 10/03 | Mo | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Kennedy | 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. | |||||
| 232GAR301AO | 10/04 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE | |
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Soil Science I: Physical PropertiesSoil is a dynamic, living organism and the very foundation of sustainable horticulture and agriculture.This course focuses on the texture, structure, density, and color of different soils and the dynamic relationship that exists among soil, water, and plants. Through lectures more... | |||||
| 232HRT301AO | 10/05 | We | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Bulpitt | ONLINE | |
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Landscape Design I: Site Analysis and Schematic DesignTurning a vision into a plan is the designer's first challenge. Analyze landscapes, formulate the requirements of a design project and then translate them into schematic design solutions. Take part in class discussions and critiques, and present projects. | |||||
| 232LAN401O | 10/06 | Th | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Arrington | ONLINE | |
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Building Community Capacity Through FarmingIn the spring of 2020, NYBG's Bronx Green-Up joined with Bronx-based gardens and urban farms to address food insecurity by growing and distributing fresh fruits and vegetables to local people in need. Since then, this network has grown into a more... | |||||
| 232GAR816O | 10/07 | Fr | 12:00pm-1:00pm | Casciani Ginyard Williams Chanse | 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. | |||||
| 232BIL301AO | 10/11 | Tu | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Grossman | ONLINE | |
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The Science of Tree CommunicationDiscover how trees communicate via chemical signals in the air (to warn of insect attacks) and transfer nutrients to one another through complex underground fungal networks (sometimes to assist sick trees). | |||||
| 232BOT385AO | 10/11 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Kutos | ONLINE | |
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iPhone Photography Tips & TricksPractice using your iPhone's built-in features to create high-quality memories of the Garden. You'll gain comfort with how to zoom, achieve proper exposure, shoot panoramic and portrait modes, edit for color and contrast, crop, and trigger snapshots via Bluetooth. | |||||
| 232GWP219O | 10/11 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Falk | ONLINE | |
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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... | |||||
| 232THP301AO | 10/11 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:30pm | Wagenfeld | ONLINE | |
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Fundamentals of FormLearn the keys to successful floral design and master the mechanics needed to create round, triangular, parallel, and crescent arrangements. Experiment with shape, line, and symmetry while composing beautiful, balanced creations. | |||||
| 231FDN300FO | 10/12 | We | 10:00am-4:00pm | Woodson | 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. | |||||
| 232LAN301AO | 10/12 | We | 10:00am-1:00pm | Capps Sarathy | ONLINE | |
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SketchUpBuild and expand upon your graphic presentation skills to create professional presentations to clients.Trimble SketchUp, a 3D sketching software program,is the focus of this advanced graphics class. Laptop computers (PC or Mac) with SketchUp are required. | |||||
| 232LAN417O | 10/12 | We | 6:15pm-9:15pm | Matz | 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. | |||||
| 232GAR431AO | 10/13 | Th | 6:15pm-8:15pm | Nocera | 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. | |||||
| 232BOT308AO | 10/14 | Fr | 10:00am-12:00pm | Holmes | ONLINE | |
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Spruce Cones in Dry Brush WatercolorBring the texture and subtle colors of spruce cones to life against its sharply pointed needles. This workshop will impart the instructor's method of using dry brush watercolor to replicate the colors, form, and texture of spruce cones. Please note more... | |||||
| 231BIL284O | 10/15 | Sa | 11:00am-4:30pm | Di Costanzo | ONLINE | |
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Graphics IGraphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework required | |||||
| 232LAN311AO | 10/15 | Sa | 10:00am-1:00pm | Miller | ONLINE | |
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Mushrooms in WatercolorLearn the basic watercolor techniques used by botanical artists while painting the earthy tones of fungi. A photograph will be provided for reference. Flat wash, layering, and dry brush techniques will be covered. This online course will offer live demonstrations, more... | |||||
| 232BIL187O | 10/16 | Su | 11:00am-4:30pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Gardening Strategies for the Climate CrisisSmall steps can have big effects. Learn how the plants you choose and the landscape practices you use can help reduce the impacts of climate change and improve the environment around you. | |||||
| 232GAR379O | 10/16 | Su | 10:00am-12:00pm | Eierman, EcoBeneficial | ONLINE | |
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Field SketchingTake your naturalist game to the next level by learning how to sketch. Drawing asks that you slow down and closely observe what you see, allowing you to identify unfamiliar species and investigate ecological connections. Focusing on trees, you'll learn more... | |||||
| 232NAT400O | 10/16 | Su | 11:00am-12:30pm | Leighton | 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. | |||||
| 232BIL400AO | 10/17 | Mo | 11:00am-2:00pm | Morley | ONLINE | |
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Close-Up & Macro WorkshopLearn to create intimate and detailed portraits of flowers using various lenses, proper depth of field, filters, and the best framing techniques. Equipment, including zoom telephotos, close-up diopter filters, extension tubes, teleconverters, dedicated macro lenses, and wide angle close-ups will more... | |||||
| 232GWP928O | 10/17 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Falk | 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. | |||||
| 232HRT300BO | 10/17 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bucuvalas | ONLINE | |
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Troubled Beauty: A Manifesto for Ugly Duckling LandscapesKnown for her innovative approaches to design and regeneration of toxic industrial sites and degraded urban landscapes, Julie Bargmann turns "ugly duckling" sites into swans. Her process begins with site forensics-finding the stories of place and then surmounting innumerable obstacles more... | |||||
| 232LAN801CO | 10/17 | Mo | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Bargmann | 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... | |||||
| 232BIL331AO | 10/19 | We | 11:00am-2:00pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Urban Flora: Growing Between the CracksUrban flora can be found in unlikely places, from city sidewalks and highway medians, to lawns and other man-made environments. Most of these plants are introduced and many are considered weeds. Explore their origins, life cycles, and benefits to the more... | |||||
| 232NAT332O | 10/19 | We | 10:00am-12:00pm | Slowik | 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... | |||||
| 232FDN308AO | 10/20 | Th | 6:00pm-8:30pm | Edinger | 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... | |||||
| 232HRT142AO | 10/23 | Su | 11:00am-1:00pm | Breyer | 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... | |||||
| 232BOT315AO | 10/24 | Mo | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Alim | 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... | |||||
| 232FDN243AO | 10/24 | Mo | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Edinger | ONLINE | |
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Insect Identification and ManagementPest identification is key to maintaining a healthy, beautiful garden. Learn to identify which insects are pests and which are beneficial to your home garden. Learn the most common orders of insects and the damage they can cause, as well more... | |||||
| 231GAR320O | 10/25 | Tu | 6:15pm-8:15pm | Kokinchak | 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. | |||||
| 232HRT300CO | 10/25 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Bakis | 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... | |||||
| 232GAR185 | 10/26 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Davis | 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. | |||||
| 232GAR301BO | 10/26 | We | 10:00am-12:00pm | Marsh | 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... | |||||
| 232BIL421AO | 10/28 | Fr | 10:00am-3:00pm | Rogers-Knox | 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. | |||||
| 232BIL145AO | 10/29 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Fashek | ONLINE | |
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Internet Tools for Creatives: Part I: Social MediaWe will focus on using Instagram to showcase and promote your work. You'll define your goals for using social media as a marketing tool, and create a strategy to achieve those goals, as well as discover tips for attracting and more... | |||||
| 232BIL394AO | 10/29 | Sa | 10:00am-12:30pm | Jamison | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Watercolor for Beginners and BeyondThis class is designed for both inexperienced students and those who wish to improve their skills. Lectures and demonstrations are enhanced by individual instruction. Work at your own pace on a variety of pieces. | |||||
| 232BIL140AO | 11/01 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:50pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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Sustainable Design TechniquesLearn how different tools can be used to anchor flowers and achieve unique shapes, without the use of floral foam. Each day, you'll focus on a specific sustainable tool-floral pin frogs, aluminum wire, and branches-to create beautiful, contemporary arrangements that more... | |||||
| 232FDN452AO | 11/01 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Edinger | 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... | |||||
| 232THP401AO | 11/01 | Tu | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Brechner | ONLINE | |
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Botanical Watercolor IIPractice techniques learned in Botanical Watercolor I using live subjects such as leaves, stems, and fruit. Emphasis is on realistic portrayal of botanical subjects and traditional methods of dry brush watercolor painting, with attention to detail and color accuracy. more... | |||||
| 232BIL332AO | 11/02 | We | 10:00am-1:00pm | James | ONLINE | |
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Making KombuchaFermentation is one of our oldest food processing methods. Scientifically known as zymology, it refers to the conversion of carbohydrates into alcohols, carbon dioxide, yeast, or bacteria. We'll cover the basic science of how to ferment tea to make kombucha, more... | |||||
| 232CKG201O | 11/02 | We | 6:30pm-8:00pm | Paswater | 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. | |||||
| 232GAR222AO | 11/02 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Beyers | ONLINE | |
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Growing CannabisStudy the entire cannabis growing cycle, including best practices for critical harvest and post-harvest procedures, and how artificial lighting and carbon dioxide enrichment can help maximize production. We'll discuss the pros and cons of different grow sites and media, with more... | |||||
| 232HRT156AO | 11/02 | We | 6:00pm-8:00pm | DeBacco Crosson | 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... | |||||
| 232BIL302AO | 11/03 | Th | 6:00pm-9:00pm | Lyness | 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. | |||||
| 232BOT308BO | 11/03 | Th | 5:30pm-7:30pm | Holmes | ONLINE | |
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Orchids for BeginnersOrchids are one of the most common houseplants in America. While this exotic flower is widely available, many do not know how to properly care for it. In this class, you'll explore how orchids grow in nature and learn the more... | |||||
| 232GAR213AO | 11/04 | Fr | 11:00am-1:00pm | Schmidt | ONLINE | |
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Perennial Plant CombinationsWhether in a shady corner or a sunny border, selecting the right plant combinations makes the difference between a ho-hum garden and one that gets rave reviews. Concentrating on perennials, learn to use color, texture, height, and bloom when combining more... | |||||
| 232GAR173AO | 11/05 | Sa | 10:30am-12:30pm | Forster | ONLINE | |
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Fall Leaves in WatercolorFocus on the most brilliant and seasonal foliage—maple, ginkgo, sassafras, or even something unexpected.Artists of all skill levels will enjoy these one-day workshops dedicated to basic watercolor techniques. In each session, you'll learn to capture the beautiful colors more... | |||||
| 232BIL203O | 11/06 | Su | 11:00am-4:30pm | Vogel | ONLINE | |
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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... | |||||
| 232GAR317AO | 11/06 | Su | 10:00am-12:40pm | Beyers | ONLINE | |
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Supergreen: Gardens, Placemaking, and InfrastructureRoderick Wyllie and James A. Lord, founding partners of Surfacedesign, a San Francisco-based landscape architecture studio, challenge conventional approaches to design by asking novel questions and listening to a site and its users. By doing so, Wyllie and Lord focus more... | |||||
| 232LAN801DO | 11/07 | Mo | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Wyllie Lord | ONLINE | |
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Therapeutic Horticulture for Chronic Health ConditionsChronic conditions that require ongoing medical attention, such as cardiovascular disease, respiratory conditions, diabetes, cancer, and bone and joint diseases, can interfere with activities of daily living. Create goal-directed therapeutic horticulture activities that can be used to improve the quality more... | |||||
| 232THP405AO | 11/07 | Mo | 5:00pm-7:00pm | Wagenfeld | ONLINE | |
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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. | |||||
| 232BIL303AO | 11/10 | Th | 11:00am-2:00pm | Jess | ONLINE | |
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Fundamentals of Garden DesignThis class introduces basic garden design principles using the interplay of structural features, plant characteristics, and site assessment. Learn to creatively combine trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and bulbs based on color, shape, texture, and size. | |||||
| 232GAR342A | 11/10 | Th | 10:00am-12:30pm | Forster | ONLINE | |
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Nature's PharmacyDiscover the many herbs and spices prized for centuries to heal, to revitalize the immune system, and to treat and prevent asthma, insomnia, flu, and more. | |||||
| 232BOT346AO | 11/12 | Sa | 10:00am-12:00pm | Candee | 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. Gain a historical perspective on global diversity and climate change, and the origin and development of present-day trees and flowering plants. | |||||
| 232BOT434AO | 11/14 | Mo | 5:00pm-7:00pm | Boyer | 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... | |||||
| 232FDN243BO | 11/15 | Tu | 10:00am-12:00pm | Woodson | ONLINE | |
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Figs in Dry Brush WatercolorBring the subtle color and texture of a fig to life on paper using specific watercolor techniques. This workshop will impart the instructor's method of using dry brush watercolor to replicate the colors, form, and texture of this subject. Please more... | |||||
| 232BIL124O | 11/19 | Sa | 11:00am-4:30pm | Di Costanzo | ONLINE | |
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Prop Styling with BotanicalsProfessional prop stylist Robin Zachary shares her insights on styling photos using botanicals. She'll demonstrate how to curate a variety of tabletop settings, including modern, vintage, and rustic photos using botanicals. | |||||
| 232FDN312AO | 11/19 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm | Zachary | ONLINE | |
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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... | |||||
| 232LAN100BO | 11/28 | Mo | 6:15pm-8:15pm | Tryba | ONLINE | |
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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... | |||||
| 232FDN306AO | 11/29 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:30pm | Edinger | ONLINE | |
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Introduction to Urban EcologyUrbanization is changing biodiversity, interspecies relationships, and even animal behavior, in the tri-state area and beyond. Liz Johnson, former manager of AMNH's Metropolitan Biodiversity Program, will introduce you to the particular habitats found here, as well as plants and animals more... | |||||
| 232NAT338AO | 11/29 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Johnson | ONLINE | |
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Plants in SpaceOur lives on Earth are totally dependent on plants. As people start making plans for long-distance space travel, there is a critical need for technology that can bring life-sustaining plants along on the journey. Join Dr. Carl Lewis, Director of more... | |||||
| 232BOT825O | 11/30 | We | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Lewis, Ph. D | ONLINE | |
