Love your Landscape: Landscape Design Basics Series
2022-10-05 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with Heidi Hitchcock
This is a 6 part series on between 6:30pm - 8:30pm on the following dates:
October 5, 12, 18, 26 and November 2 & 9
*Note all of these are Wednesday evenings except Oct 18 which is a Tuesday.
If any of these apply - this course is for you!

Your garden needs help, but you want to figure it out yourself
You're happy with your plants, but want to change your outdoor space
You're wondering where to put a new patio/deck/entertaining area
You've got a blank slate and no idea where to start
You're in the horticulture industry and want to work on your design skills
You have lots of ideas but don't know if they will work or where to start
You have no ideas and need all of the help

The hope is that after finishing this course you will have the knowledge and tools to solve your landscaping challenges. We will cover the basics in an easy and approachable way, plus you'll learn some of the designer tips and tricks that come from 15 years of experience. Together, we will explore what makes good design; what inspires us, how to problem solve, how to use landscape design to invite rest, how to know if you are a plant curator or collector, and so much more.
HCP Members $295 / Non-Members $345
Register online below or by calling 250 479 6162
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Flower Basket of Victoria Watercolour Workshop with Richard Wong
2022-10-08 10:00 - 12:15 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Join Richard to explore a fun and creative way to paint these "Flower Baskets" of Victoria. Students opting for supplies provided will be working with Japanese art paper (masa). Those opting out of supplies can buy their supplies, including masa paper, at any of the following art stores (Opus, Art World, Island Blue Print). Contact Richard at wong2894@telus.net for the class supplies list. Note that this is an in-person class at the Gardens at HCP.
Tuition: $55 (no supplies); $65 (with supplies)
Registration: REGISTER ONLINE or call 250 479 6162
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Richard Wong, Artist Statement & Biography
“How I Became A Wildlife Artist”

This great adventure of mine started fairly innocently.
I spent a glorious 25 years with the provincial government of British Columbia working in finance and policy (Ministry of Environment). During that time, I came to appreciate our wildlife and natural environment, all so delicately balanced! Then it came time to retire. So I did.
My life as a wildlife artist started soon thereafter. With time on my hands, and a Christmas gift of art supplies (from my wonderful spouse), I enrolled in art classes (2010). First it was traditional watercolor classes. Then it was Chinese brush lessons. I soon discovered Japanese art paper, and my career (second) as a professional wildlife artist began. Learning to paint, especially watercolor, allows me to capture the very essence of wildlife and nature like no other medium. Much of our wildlife is affected to the point where we are losing them rapidly. So I do what I can to spread this message of awareness: to paint and capture our wildlife in beautiful, vibrant watercolors; to teach others how to do this; and along the way, to engage and connect people and communities through my love of art. This love has taken me to Australia and the United States, where I've taught, presented and shown my work (Watercolor on Japanese Art Paper). I now paint (professionally), teach and sell from my lovely home base in Victoria, BC, Canada.
Wishing everyone a very lovely journey as we embark on yet another wildlife/art adventure full of wonder, excitement and discovery!
Sincerely,
Richard Wong
Professional Wildlife Artist
Watercolor on Japanese Art Paper

ONLINE: Bird Watercolour Mini-Series with Richard Wong
2022-10-15 09:30 - 11:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
Sat, Oct 15 - 29th, 9:30 - 11:00am (PT)

Online via Zoom

Join Richard for this exciting online mini-series exploring different ways to portray birds, watercolour on Japanese art paper (i.e. detailed, impressionistic, and fusion). Students have the option to work on Japanese art paper (masa paper), or use 140lb regular art paper. (Tuition includes class videos.)
Students will need to buy their own supplies. Class supplies and instructions will be sent to all registered students prior to the start of class. Contact Richard at wong2894@telus.net if you have any questions.

Tuition: $40/student drop-in; or $90/3 classes
Registration: REGISTER ONLINE or call 250 479 6162
Sign up HERE to receive updates on Richard's classes
Richard Wong, Artist Statement & Biography
“How I Became A Wildlife Artist”

This great adventure of mine started fairly innocently.
I spent a glorious 25 years with the provincial government of British Columbia working in finance and policy (Ministry of Environment). During that time, I came to appreciate our wildlife and natural environment, all so delicately balanced! Then it came time to retire. So I did.
My life as a wildlife artist started soon thereafter. With time on my hands, and a Christmas gift of art supplies (from my wonderful spouse), I enrolled in art classes (2010). First it was traditional watercolor classes. Then it was Chinese brush lessons. I soon discovered Japanese art paper, and my career (second) as a professional wildlife artist began. Learning to paint, especially watercolor, allows me to capture the very essence of wildlife and nature like no other medium. Much of our wildlife is affected to the point where we are losing them rapidly. So I do what I can to spread this message of awareness: to paint and capture our wildlife in beautiful, vibrant watercolors; to teach others how to do this; and along the way, to engage and connect people and communities through my love of art. This love has taken me to Australia and the United States, where I've taught, presented and shown my work (Watercolor on Japanese Art Paper). I now paint (professionally), teach and sell from my lovely home base in Victoria, BC, Canada.
Wishing everyone a very lovely journey as we embark on yet another wildlife/art adventure full of wonder, excitement and discovery!
Sincerely,
Richard Wong
Professional Wildlife Artist
Watercolor on Japanese Art Paper

Plant Identification & Culture
2022-10-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
This is a monthly class in which participants will be introduced to 25 new plants in each session. Plants are selected for our local growing conditions and the value they bring to the garden. Sadly, Diane Pierce has retired from teaching this class at the end of 2021. The class will now be taught by PHC college instructor and plant expert, Jane Tice. Classes will be in person at the HCP or field trips. If provincial health orders change during COVID, classes may be moved online via Zoom.
Please register ahead of time for field trip classes.
One Saturday per month – 1pm – 4pm.
HCP Members $40.00 per session
Non-Members $50.00 per session
2022 DATES:
To register, call 250 479 6162 or click on a date below.
Note that registration closes the Wednesday prior to class at noon.
October 15
November 19
December 10

Willow Chair Workshop
2022-10-16 09:00 - 17:00 | BC
Join artisan Andrew Kent from The Willow Way for this full day workshop. In one day, with Andrew Kent's expert instruction, you can make and take home your own Bent Willow Rustic Chair. This is a great introduction to rustic building techniques. Learn how to make a square frame from pieces of alder & work with different sizes of willow to create your chair. This is recommended as it is ideal to have a helper for this class. Registration is for up to 2 participants making one chair together.
HCP Members: $250
Non Members: $275
Register online or call 250 479 6162
Register Online

Mason Bee - Fall Cocoon Cleaning Session
2022-10-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with Cheri Le Brun
If you have a mason bee nesting box out this Summer and are not sure what to do next, then this class is for you. Cleaning your nesting box and cocoons is vital for the health of the bees and an essential task for the mason bee keeper. The purpose is to save viable cocoons and safely store them over the winter away from pests and diseases. Cleaning your nesting box also prevents pests and diseases from spreading to other bees in your area.
Cleaning your nesting box can be fun and easy if you do it with a group. Bring your nesting box, cube or tubes to class and we can clean them together. If you don't have a nesting box of your own, we have one for you to clean, plus you get to take some cocoons home for your efforts! During this guided cleaning session, participants will get the opportunity to assess the success of their nesting box, clean their cocoons and prepare them for winter storage. You will also get to compare your nesting box type with other participants and learn how to identify pests and diseases. Participants will receive a handout to take home with instructions for next fall, or just join us again next year for the fall clean-up.
Any questions prior to the class can be directed to Cheri at communityed@hcp.ca
Class Fee $10 which goes directly to the maintenance of the HCP mason bee nesting boxes
Register ONLINE or call 250 479 6162

Leaf Lantern Workshop
2022-10-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific, 505 Quayle Rd., Victoria, BC, V9E 2J7, Canada
with Sheila Weitman
These beautiful leaf lanterns will bring playful light into your home during the dark days of winter. Using pressed leaves and flowers, this creatively messy but soothing activity is a wonderful way to capture and share the beauty of our gardens. Come and enjoy the process of making this gorgeous craft.
Members $45/Non Members $50
Register ONLINE or call 250 479 6162
Instructor Bio: Sheila Weitman
Sheila has over 3 decades of experience working in the horticulture trade. She completed the Horticulture Technician Certificate from Camosun College in 1991 and from that time has designed, installed
and maintained gardens throughout southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, in private and public settings. Sheila completed Ecological Landscape Design from Gaia College in 2008 which provided a solid foundation for creating ecologically focused landscapes and gardens. Since receiving a certificate in Horticulture Therapy in 2017 Sheila has provided Horticulture Therapy (HT) and Therapeutic Horticulture(TH) to individuals and groups in Long Term Care and Mental Health and Addictions programs. She is a member of the Canadian Horticulture Therapy Association(CHTA) and a volunteer with Feeding Ourselves and Others at Serenity Farm. www.feedingourselvesandothers.com
In 2022, Sheila became a Morning Altars Practitioner after completing Day Schildkret's certificate program which celebrates the melding of nature, art and ritual. https://www.morningaltars.com Through nature based creating Sheila offers us the opportunity to engage in the soothing practice of nature connection.
