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Film Schedule
See the schedule for films in the Freyer – Newman Center Sturm Family Auditorium. Included with admission. No reservations required.
Classes and programs are facilitated in English unless otherwise noted.
Wednesday, April 2
Chi Kung For High-Level Wellness
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so unique
Yoga at the Gardens
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so unique
Drawing in Pencil 1 - ONLINE [1]
Beginning with an overview of the specific elements of botanical illustration, learn the skills of careful observation for life-like drawings in
Evening Yoga
Intersections Lecture: Artist Talk - Carol Woodin
Botanical artist Carol Woodin recounts her unlikely journey as an artist, from her first paintings of orchids to illustrations of cultivated food
Thursday, April 3
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so unique
Painting on Vellum
Vellum, made from animal skin, is used by botanical illustrators to create luscious, velvet-like paintings. Learn how to use the special
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so unique
Early Alpine Flora in Watercolor
Working from emerging alpine flora of early spring, create a fully realized painting on vellum. Students will learn the special characteristics of
Color Mixing in Watercolor - ONLINE [1]
Learn about paint properties and choosing pigments to build a system to consistently combine colors and eliminate frustrating trial-and-error
Friday, April 4
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so unique
Seedlings: Super Succulents
Investigate the unique leaves of succulent plants and discover why some succulents have thorns. Take a closer look at what makes succulents so unique
Food for Thought: How to Pursue Creative Opportunities Through Open Calls - ONLINE
Interested in applying for juried shows? Learn how to use CaFÉ (CallForEntry), ZAPPlication and other resources offered by Creative West to apply for
Sunset Wagon Tour at Plains Conservation Center
Get to know the prairie in a whole new way. On our ride across the plains, participants watch for wildlife in the landscape, from prairie dogs to
Saturday, April 5
Girl Scout Daisies: Numbers and Art in Nature Exploration Day
Girl Scout Daisies search for patterns, colors and sounds in the Gardens as they use math to create art. Daisies learn to use nature as a measuring
Arbor Day! How to Plant a Tree
Rocky Mountain Gardening Elective
Learn the proper way to plant a tree for years of enjoyment. Trees can add beauty and value to your landscape. Learn
Introduction to Color Theory
Designed to build your perceptual and conceptual color skills and vocabulary, this course prepares students to analyze color systems and how they
Girl Scout Daisies: Numbers and Art in Nature Exploration Day
Girl Scout Daisies search for patterns, colors and sounds in the Gardens as they use math to create art. Daisies learn to use nature as a measuring