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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.

Capture It

Embark on an artistic garden voyage to explore the enticing world of garden-inspired art. Create artwork using developmentally appropriate media and techniques through the study and interpretation of Impressionist artist Claude Monet.

K-2: Students experiment with color mixing as they create a color wheel and an original piece of artwork mimicking Impressionist painting techniques.

3-5: Students explore color theory, make their own color wheels, and are challenged to create an original work in the Impressionist style using oil pastels.

6-8: Students investigate the Impressionist movement and interpret paintings of Claude Monet using Visual Thinking Strategies. Using oil pastels, students create original works of art inspired by garden settings.

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National Standards for Arts Education

  • 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

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Programs & Upcoming Educational Opportunities

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Summer Camps

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The Gardens are the perfect place to expand young guests' horizons with a variety of fun and innovative programs.

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International Trials Conference

September 16–20

Registration now open! Join horticulture professionals from around the globe as they converge to discuss current research and trialing techniques.

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Course Registration Now Open

Broaden your world by learning in ours

Registration is now open for our 2013 Continuing Education courses!

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