
Spring into Landscape Painting Basics
Paint an original landscape from direct observation in a two-hour, beginner-friendly workshop focused on composition, color mixing, and translating outdoor sketches into a finished piece.
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Beginner-focused botanical illustration workshop teaching line work, shading, contour composition, and pen and ink techniques across four weekly sessions at the North Carolina Arboretum with guided studio practice and plant reference studies.

Beginner-focused botanical illustration workshop teaching line work, shading, contour composition, and pen and ink techniques across four weekly sessions at the North Carolina Arboretum with guided studio practice and plant reference studies.
Beginner-focused botanical illustration workshop teaching line work, shading, contour composition, and pen and ink techniques across four weekly sessions at the North Carolina Arboretum with guided studio practice and plant reference studies.

Hands-on field identification of common Western North Carolina trees using leaf, bark, and bud characteristics plus field guides while walking arboretum trails to observe early spring leaf out; outdoor class on easy paths, beginner friendly.

Hands-on field identification of common Western North Carolina trees using leaf, bark, and bud characteristics plus field guides while walking arboretum trails to observe early spring leaf out; outdoor class on easy paths, beginner friendly.
Hands-on field identification of common Western North Carolina trees using leaf, bark, and bud characteristics plus field guides while walking arboretum trails to observe early spring leaf out; outdoor class on easy paths, beginner friendly.

Practical ecology based gardening strategies for creating resilient, biodiverse landscapes, covering soil health, native plant selection, habitat scale thinking, and low input maintenance techniques for home gardeners.

Practical ecology based gardening strategies for creating resilient, biodiverse landscapes, covering soil health, native plant selection, habitat scale thinking, and low input maintenance techniques for home gardeners.
Practical ecology based gardening strategies for creating resilient, biodiverse landscapes, covering soil health, native plant selection, habitat scale thinking, and low input maintenance techniques for home gardeners.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.
Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Hands on three hour workshop guiding selection of native plants for pollinators, larval host insects, cut flowers, ornamental displays, and edible landscaping. Practical planning exercises focus on low maintenance, ecologically rich garden design.

Hands on three hour workshop guiding selection of native plants for pollinators, larval host insects, cut flowers, ornamental displays, and edible landscaping. Practical planning exercises focus on low maintenance, ecologically rich garden design.
Hands on three hour workshop guiding selection of native plants for pollinators, larval host insects, cut flowers, ornamental displays, and edible landscaping. Practical planning exercises focus on low maintenance, ecologically rich garden design.

Hands-on watercolor session focused on painting misty mountain landscapes with layered washes, soft edges, and atmospheric depth. A guided studio workshop suited to newcomers and intermediate painters refining composition and color control.

Hands-on watercolor session focused on painting misty mountain landscapes with layered washes, soft edges, and atmospheric depth. A guided studio workshop suited to newcomers and intermediate painters refining composition and color control.
Hands-on watercolor session focused on painting misty mountain landscapes with layered washes, soft edges, and atmospheric depth. A guided studio workshop suited to newcomers and intermediate painters refining composition and color control.

Hands-on oil landscape session focused on painting a sunset marsh scene with layered color mixing and atmospheric light. A guided studio workshop emphasizing composition, brushwork, and finishing techniques for a luminous horizon.

Hands-on oil landscape session focused on painting a sunset marsh scene with layered color mixing and atmospheric light. A guided studio workshop emphasizing composition, brushwork, and finishing techniques for a luminous horizon.
Hands-on oil landscape session focused on painting a sunset marsh scene with layered color mixing and atmospheric light. A guided studio workshop emphasizing composition, brushwork, and finishing techniques for a luminous horizon.

Beginner friendly hands-on field workshop focused on nature photography in Linville, combining outdoor composition techniques, natural light mastery, and landscape and close-up shots across forests and overlooks over a weekend.

Beginner friendly hands-on field workshop focused on nature photography in Linville, combining outdoor composition techniques, natural light mastery, and landscape and close-up shots across forests and overlooks over a weekend.
Beginner friendly hands-on field workshop focused on nature photography in Linville, combining outdoor composition techniques, natural light mastery, and landscape and close-up shots across forests and overlooks over a weekend.

Translate the awe, calm, and vibrancy of WNC's mountains into abstract acrylic landscapes through guided exercises on small then 12x12 wood panels; beginner friendly, playful session led by local artist Miranda Wildman.

Translate the awe, calm, and vibrancy of WNC's mountains into abstract acrylic landscapes through guided exercises on small then 12x12 wood panels; beginner friendly, playful session led by local artist Miranda Wildman.
Translate the awe, calm, and vibrancy of WNC's mountains into abstract acrylic landscapes through guided exercises on small then 12x12 wood panels; beginner friendly, playful session led by local artist Miranda Wildman.

Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.

Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.
Hands on springtime foraging walk through Appalachian woodlands teaching identification of wild edible plants, seasonal uses, sustainable harvesting techniques, and safety tips for beginner foragers led by local experts.
Hands on terrarium building workshop with demonstrations of terrarium tools and step by step instruction for creating your own mini glass ecosystem; ideal for beginners learning plant selection, layering techniques, and basic care.
Hands on terrarium building workshop with demonstrations of terrarium tools and step by step instruction for creating your own mini glass ecosystem; ideal for beginners learning plant selection, layering techniques, and basic care.
Hands on terrarium building workshop with demonstrations of terrarium tools and step by step instruction for creating your own mini glass ecosystem; ideal for beginners learning plant selection, layering techniques, and basic care.

Engaging illustrated talk exploring ecological interrelationships through storytelling, slides, and participatory activities that reveal plant and animal habitat connections, ideal for curious adults and families seeking nature education.

Engaging illustrated talk exploring ecological interrelationships through storytelling, slides, and participatory activities that reveal plant and animal habitat connections, ideal for curious adults and families seeking nature education.
Engaging illustrated talk exploring ecological interrelationships through storytelling, slides, and participatory activities that reveal plant and animal habitat connections, ideal for curious adults and families seeking nature education.
Guided forest-bathing session in Kanuga’s quiet woodland, using slow mindful walking and sensory awareness practices to foster reflection and intention; ideal for beginners seeking contemplative nature immersion on a tranquil spring morning.
Guided forest-bathing session in Kanuga’s quiet woodland, using slow mindful walking and sensory awareness practices to foster reflection and intention; ideal for beginners seeking contemplative nature immersion on a tranquil spring morning.
Guided forest-bathing session in Kanuga’s quiet woodland, using slow mindful walking and sensory awareness practices to foster reflection and intention; ideal for beginners seeking contemplative nature immersion on a tranquil spring morning.

Slow, guided walk through the North Carolina Arboretum exploring plant identification, animal signs, and seasonal ecology; staff naturalists tailor discussion to observations and questions, making each outing different and accessible.

Slow, guided walk through the North Carolina Arboretum exploring plant identification, animal signs, and seasonal ecology; staff naturalists tailor discussion to observations and questions, making each outing different and accessible.
Slow, guided walk through the North Carolina Arboretum exploring plant identification, animal signs, and seasonal ecology; staff naturalists tailor discussion to observations and questions, making each outing different and accessible.

Layered gel plate monoprints exploring texture, serendipity, and a wabi sabi embrace of imperfection. Hands on printmaking techniques, collage and color exploration for beginners and makers at Trackside Studios.

Layered gel plate monoprints exploring texture, serendipity, and a wabi sabi embrace of imperfection. Hands on printmaking techniques, collage and color exploration for beginners and makers at Trackside Studios.
Layered gel plate monoprints exploring texture, serendipity, and a wabi sabi embrace of imperfection. Hands on printmaking techniques, collage and color exploration for beginners and makers at Trackside Studios.

Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.

Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.
Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.

Mixed media artworks inspired by The North Carolina Arboretum’s National Native Azalea Collection fill the Education Center lobby for a public reception; enjoy light snacks while meeting artists and viewing botanical paintings, collages, and illustrations.

Mixed media artworks inspired by The North Carolina Arboretum’s National Native Azalea Collection fill the Education Center lobby for a public reception; enjoy light snacks while meeting artists and viewing botanical paintings, collages, and illustrations.
Mixed media artworks inspired by The North Carolina Arboretum’s National Native Azalea Collection fill the Education Center lobby for a public reception; enjoy light snacks while meeting artists and viewing botanical paintings, collages, and illustrations.

Hands-on watercolor session focused on painting birds, with step-by-step instruction on washes, layering, and simple feather details. A relaxed studio workshop geared toward building confidence and leaving with a finished bird painting.

Hands-on watercolor session focused on painting birds, with step-by-step instruction on washes, layering, and simple feather details. A relaxed studio workshop geared toward building confidence and leaving with a finished bird painting.
Hands-on watercolor session focused on painting birds, with step-by-step instruction on washes, layering, and simple feather details. A relaxed studio workshop geared toward building confidence and leaving with a finished bird painting.

Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.

Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
Exploratory talk on the transformative role of art and ornament in garden design, highlighting ornamental accents and placement strategies to turn landscapes from beautiful into unforgettable at a local nursery.
Exploratory talk on the transformative role of art and ornament in garden design, highlighting ornamental accents and placement strategies to turn landscapes from beautiful into unforgettable at a local nursery.
Exploratory talk on the transformative role of art and ornament in garden design, highlighting ornamental accents and placement strategies to turn landscapes from beautiful into unforgettable at a local nursery.