with Sheila Weitman Enjoy a tranquil moment of creativity and connection with nature with horticulture therapist Sheila Weitman. Using pressed flowers and plants, hanging herbariums are a personal artistic expression through the tiny wonders we see in the natural world. Spend time with fellow plant lovers and experience gratitude and appreciation of nature's wonder. Each […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
Join Richard for his annual workshop on painting winter themed miniatures (new images) suitable for the holiday season. Learn Richard's watercolour on Japanese art paper techniques and processes. Finished miniatures can be tucked into 5x7" photo frame cards to make one of a kind holiday cards. If you choose to bring your own supplies, bring […]
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 […]