Arts and Humanities

VISUAL ARTS IN THE GARDEN

Observe the world of visual arts from a garden perspective in this artistic program that includes thought-provoking activities related to art history, art interpretation and art production.

CaptureIt 

Students will embark on an artistic garden voyage that explores the enticing world of garden-inspired art. The study and interpretation of Impressionist artist Claude Monet will serve as inspiration for students to create their own garden-inspired work using developmentally appropriate media and techniques.

National Standards for Arts Education (Visual Arts)

  • Standard 1: Understanding and applying media, techniques, and processes
  • Standard 2: Using knowledge of structures and functions
  • Standard 3: Choosing and evaluating a range of subject matter, symbols, and ideas
  • Standard 4: Understanding the visual arts in relation to history and cultures
  • Standard 5: Reflecting upon and assessing the characteristics and merits of their work and the work of others
  • Standard 6: Making connections between visual arts and other disciplines
Plan Your Visit


Wait Lists are maintained for all sold out classes.

To be placed on a waiting list, register by phone, mail or fax. We will contact wait-listed students if space opens up.

2008 Course Catalog

Follow the link below to download the 2008 course catalog in pdf format. You can also find a complete class listing under Lectures, Courses and Workshops on the left.


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Outdoor Entertaining

Entertaining outdoors is fun, exciting, and opens up your gardens in a whole new way. Jim Sutton will show you how to create a special evening outside using your garden.


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Plants that POP! Class

June 4; 6:00–9:00 pm

Functional fastigiates and pouty prostrate plants all hold a special place in the well designed garden. Discover the excitement that luscious reds, sparkling golds, and crisp silvers can add to your landscape.


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Natural Wood Sculptures in Floral Design Class

Saturday, June 21; 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Think of nature as art. Our instructor will show you how to create a sculpture with natural wood pieces and then design  flowers to complement the wooden form. You’re going to love these unique designs!


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