Learn the fundamentals of vegetative propagation and how to propagate plants native to the southeastern United States. We'll focus on low-tech methods you can apply at home, and all participants will have a newly stuck cutting to take home in a rudimentary, DIY mobile greenhouse. This workshop will feature a lecture, in-class demonstrations and participation, and a tour of the NCBG nursery.

In this course, students work towards refining drawing skills in creating a plant portrait. Specifics to this class include rendering a tonal botanical plate, working with live plants, studying plant anatomy using magnification, as well as mapping and cross-contour drawing for accuracy.

This course is designed for a broad audience. Students learn insect family recognition and common species identification, insect ecology and conservation, basic life cycle biology, and how to improve insect habitat and conservation in the urban environment.

Develop your nature journaling skills, whether you are just getting started, want to add visual notes to a written journal, or simply enjoy drawing what you see. Through guided exercises, we'll practice perceptual and drawing skills to quickly establish a framework for a diagram, drawing, or description in your journal, then experiment with portable drawing and painting media. We'll also look at strategies for organizing your journal for outdoor excursions.

All skill levels are welcome! Come dressed to venture outside. Bring your favorite journal and tools.

Students create portraits with their favorite trees and plants. This may include self-portrait, loved ones, and friends. In class we will consider posing, lighting, design, interpretation, and interview. Each student will receive a photograph on paper for framing and gifting as desired. Students may participate in the September exhibition and reception at the NCBG with Red Nucleus musical performance.