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Party Planning with Flower Market Tour

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Spend the day learning how a floral designer builds a party from creating a concept, choosing linens and vases, decor, and of course, flowers.  Tour the New York City flower market and learn to select the correct amount of flowers and proper containers from floral wholesalers, visit supply shops and a linen rental company. Then, head back to a floral studio in Manhattan to create your own party arrangement.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$125
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Holiday Decor: Wreath and Topiary Making

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

In this workshop, you work with evergreens, boxwood, cones, faux berries and more to create two seasonal focal points for your home.  Both wreaths and topiaries symbolize the everlasting cyclical nature of life and bring the outdoors in to celebrate this joyful time of year. Both designs can be individually tailored for the holidays.  Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? No. Bring your tools and bags to carry...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$153
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Drawing Birds' Nests Using Pencils

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Join this class to learn techniques for capturing the depth, texture, and intricate structure of nests as well as the polished smoothness of eggs. Use graphite or colored pencils alone or with watercolor to render these natural wonders.  Students will complete a detailed study in pencil, and color will be added to all or parts of the composition. Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? No. Here's the material list: ...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$156

4 sessions

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Summer Watercolor Painting in the Garden

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Enjoy the beauty of Brooklyn Botanic Garden as you paint trees, flowers, and landscapes outdoors in watercolor. Explore watercolor techniques, values, and color through demonstrations, discussions, and individual instruction. Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? No. If you already have watercolor supplies, bring them. This is a suggested list: HB or 2H pencil White plastic eraser Plastic container with a wide lid for carrying...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$199

5 sessions

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Beyond the Garden Snapshot: Advancing Personal Style

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

With the return of greenery and emergence of blooms, spring is the ideal time to take your photography skills to the next level. In this two-day intensive, photography critique is paired with individual assignments designed to spark imagination and advance your understanding of composition and personal style. This class is intended for students who are comfortable with their camera. Knowledge of digital photo editing software is helpful and will...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$165

2 sessions

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Unique Designs in Water and Glass

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Work with callas, orchids, wildflowers, aquatic foliage, and more to create two floral arrangements—one horizontal and one vertical. All you need are your cutters and containers to get them home! Note: The Security Guard in the lobby of the Administration Bldg. at 1000 Washington Avenue will direct you to your classroom.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$182
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Drawing Explorations

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Drawings can be made with various goals, as studies for paintings or three-dimensional work or as immediate expressions in response to a subject or idea. This class explores numerous approaches to drawing, from quick sketches to extended, finished works on paper, using a variety of media.  Some experience is recommended. Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? No. Because this class will be exploring various approaches...

(165) Intermediate 18 and older
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$245

6 sessions

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​Watercolor: Focusing on Color Saturation & Tonal Value

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Get the most out of your colors and color interpretation. Whether you prefer to slowly build your paintings by layers or use rich tonal values from the start, you'll develop knowledge and confidence in choosing colors for highlight, shadow, and mid-tones.  We will begin practicing various techniques and color analysis in the classroom and experiment with them on location.  Appropriate for all levels. Notes: Bring your own materials; ...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$159

3 sessions

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Natural Dyeing

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

In this class, students will be introduced to natural dye materials and learn how to use them to dye fabric. Through hands-on experimentation, students will learn about the history and process of extracting color and preparing the fabric using natural materials. Materials Charge: $35.00

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$190

4 sessions

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Get to Know Your Trees: The Oaks—BLENDED

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Take a deep dive into the singular and storied genus Quercus. Few trees loom as large as the oaks in art and western folklore. Today they are often underappreciated or seen as a monolithic group, perhaps due to their historic use as symbols for other values. It’s time to lift the veil and give Quercus the dedicated attention it deserves.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$153

2 sessions

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Native Gardening Intensive

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Discover the secrets to creating a flourishing native garden with the Native Gardening Intensive at Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Learn the principles and practices needed to cultivate a vibrant oasis teeming with life. Uncover the ideal conditions for native plants to thrive and bring the beauty of nature to your garden.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$153
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Floral Design: Compote Arrangement

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Lavish botanical arrangements dramatically overflowing from wide pedestal bowls are showing up at weddings, posh restaurants, and all over social media. Learn how to craft a stunning composition in a wide-mouth compote bowl using the principles of balance, dimension, framing, asymmetry, and movement.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$164
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Edible Tour of the Tropical Pavilion

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Enjoy the warmth of our tropical pavilion on this edible greenhouse tour! We'll explore the flavors used in holiday cooking and baking-like vanilla, black pepper, and chocolate-as well as coffee and kola. We'll use sight, smell, and taste to experience these ingredients in their natural form and learn all about their history and usage. Note: Please check in with Security at 1000 Washington Ave. before going to the conservatory to meet your clas...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Kitchen Botany for the Apartment Gardener

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

You eat plants every day, but do you ever stop to consider the botany on your plate? We’ll examine various culinary plants up close and learn how the botanical function of different plant parts relate to their gastronomic appeal. The workshop includes a hands-on lab and planting your own kitchen botany window box. Notes: Please bring your registration confirmation and a photo ID to the security desk at the 1000 Washington Avenue entrance, and...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Shrubs: Tasty, Tangy Beverages

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Delight your guests with these sophisticated, refreshing drinks! Both tart and sweet, a shrub is a tasty tonic made with a vinegar base, fruit, sugar, and herbs. Drink as a tonic or mix with mineral water or your favorite spirit. Create a take-home shrub and learn to make your own shrubs at home.  Note: You must bring your registration confirmation to the Garden for admittance to each class session.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Pain Relief with Herbal Remedies

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Herbal remedies can offer relief to those challenged by the debilitating effects of pain. Discover plants that are rich in anti-inflammatory and analgesic compounds that can be your partner in fighting either short-term or chronic discomfort.  We will discuss helpful plants and their herbal applications, as well as how to administer herbal remedies safely. Notes: Please bring your registration confirmation and a photo ID to the security...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Fermented Nut Cheeses

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Learn to make your own dairy-free and probiotic-rich nut-based cheeses with Brooklyn-based Contraband Ferments. In this class, we will teach you the principles of making cheese using a variety of nuts and seeds. You’ll learn basic skills in fermentation, the history behind fermentation, and a variety of ways to make soft and hard-rind cheeses, as well as recipes using nut cheese. Raw Fermented Cashew Cheesecake anyone?

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Introduction to Organic Vegetable Gardening

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Get a crash course in vegetable gardening! Use your own space as a model to plan, choose seeds, grow seedlings, plant and transplant, water, weed, use organic pest control, and harvest. Take home seedlings to get started or to add to your garden. Notes: Please bring your registration confirmation and a photo ID to the security desk at the 1000 Washington Avenue entrance, and you will be directed to your classroom. In advance of class, show...

(165) Beginner 18 and older
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Planting for a Spring Harvest

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Jump start your vegetable garden with varieties that will give you a delicious harvest in a matter of weeks! In this workshop we will explore vegetable varieties that can be planted in the early spring and practice transplanting and direct seeding spring crops in the Children's Garden. Participants will take home seeds and transplants ideal for a spring planting. Notes: Please note that this class meets in person at BBG. Instructions on how to...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Fabulous Flowers in Glass Vase: Basic Floral Design

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Flower arranging doesn't have to be complicated to be beautiful.  In this class, you will create a fabulous floral arrangement for the home using a glass vase, some branches, and a variety of fresh flowers, coupled with a few basic design techniques. Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? No.  Please bring floral clippers and/or a floral knife.

(165) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$119
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