Photographing Trees
Friday, April 26; 9 a.m.–noon
All levels. During this class we will concentrate on some of the Garden’s many unique trees. At each tree, Scott will provide you with tips on the best ways to select and photograph the subject, be it the tree, leaves, branches, bark, or roots. He will discuss how to use the light, aperture, backgrounds, and your lens for a stronger image. Dress for the weather to be photographing outside.
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Mindfulness in the Garden
(Note: dates have changed from the catalog.)
Four Thursdays: May 2, 9, 16, 23; 9:30–11 a.m.
Explore the Garden using mindfulness practices to enrich your experience. Learn secrets for dealing with distractions—both inner and outer. Each week we will focus on a single sense, with solo time to discover the Garden's magic, allowing you to see, touch, smell, and hear the world as if for the first time. Enrich your appreciation through guided relaxation, deep listening, and mindful walking. Quiet your mind, restore emotional balance, and revitalize your body by deepening your connection to nature. Dress for the weather and come prepared for a leisurely stroll.
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DIY Sustainability in the Kitchen
Friday, May 3; 1–2:30 p.m.
You don’t need to go out and buy new products to reduce waste at home — make them yourself from reclaimed materials! Receive hands-on instruction and craft along to make a set of cloth beeswax wraps and reusable napkins from salvaged fabric and natural materials. Learn tips and tricks for how to use and maintain your wraps and napkins along the way. Leave the workshop with a pair of wraps, a set of napkins, and the knowledge to make many more!
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