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SUMMARY:Landscape Design Fundamentals (2-sessions)
DESCRIPTION:Landscape Design Fundamentals (2-sessions)\nwith Jennifer Verprauskus \nFriday\, September 18  |  1 – 3:30pm \nFriday\, September 25  |  1 – 3:30pm \nBREG – Core \nRegister Here!\n  \nStudents will learn the fundamentals of landscape design in a two-part class that introduces participants to design principles\, site assessment and planning\, among other topics. Gain a better understanding of what comes into play in creating and managing sustainable and aesthetically appealing landscapes. We will also brush on some basic permaculture design practices. You will come away empowered to be more creative\, instinctive\, decisive and purposeful in understanding good design and more adept at recognizing what’s not. \nJennifer Verprauskus is a North Carolina Licensed Landscape Architect and a Permaculture Design Certificate Holder. She studied Landscape Architecture at the University of Massachusetts & Cal Poly. Since graduating\, she has traveled the world to help people grow trees and their own food. She is the founder of both UpBeet Landscapes and BareRoot Designs\, PLLC. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
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SUMMARY:Botanical Painting for Beginners (4-sessions)
DESCRIPTION:Botanical Painting for Beginners (4-sessions)\nwith Camille Daunno \nFour Sessions \nTuesdays\, September 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 |  10 am – 1 pm \nRegister Here!\n  \nIn this beginner level class\, learn several watercolor painting techniques while experimenting with different brushes\, techniques and other ways to enhance your personal style. All materials and supplies will be provided for this class and students will take home their in-progress or finished artwork. \nCamille Daunno is a retired Art Teacher with an undergraduate degree in Fine Art with graduate work in Textile Design. She worked in NYC as a designer for 10 years designing Fabric and wallpaper. Camille studied Art in NJ\, NYC and Italy and studied Botanical Illustration and Painting at the NY Botanical Gardens with a certified instructor. She enjoys sharing her love of Botanical Art with her children and grandchildren. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/botanical-painting-for-beginners-4-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Intro to Butterfly ID
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Butterfly ID\nwith Erin Canter \nFriday\, August 14  |  10 – 11:30am \nBRN – Elective | BREG – Elective \nRegister Here!\n  \nA walking exploration of butterflies\, including how to use field guides and what characteristics to look for to ID. Will also include plant ID for plant species required for some of our favorite native butterfly species\, and how to attract species to your own gardens. Special notes on monarch migration and natural history included if applicable (based on season/presence). \nThis program will take place outside and will follow easy trails and paved walkways. Dress for the weather and prepare to be outside for the entire program time. \nErin Canter is a Southern Appalachian Naturalist who specializes in southeastern ecology. She worked as the Manager of Science Literacy and Research at a nonprofit education center in the Great Smoky Mountains\, working with all ages to explore their bioregion through science and hands on exploration\, before moving to this side of the mountains in early 2024. She now works at American Conservation Experience here in WNC\, helping young people begin their conservation careers through applied conservation projects in the region. \n●  Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions. \n●  See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs. \n●  We are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide. \n●  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram! \n●  Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord! \n●  Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here. \nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
URL:https://ncarboretum.org/event/intro-to-butterfly-id/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education
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SUMMARY:Landscape Design Fundamentals (2-day class)
DESCRIPTION:Landscape Design Fundamentals (2-day class)\nwith Lauren Lampley \nWednesday\, July 22  |  1 – 3:30pm \nWednesday\, July 29  |  1 – 3:30pm \nBREG – Core \nREGISTER HERE \nStudents will learn the fundamentals of landscape design in a two-part class that introduces participants to design principles\, site assessment and planning\, among other topics. Gain a better understanding of what comes into play in creating and managing sustainable and aesthetically appealing landscapes. We will also brush on some basic permaculture design practices. You will come away empowered to be more creative\, instinctive\, decisive and purposeful in understanding good design and more adept at recognizing what’s not. \nJennifer Verprauskus is a North Carolina Licensed Landscape Architect and a Permaculture Design Certificate Holder. She studied Landscape Architecture at the University of Massachusetts & Cal Poly. Since graduating\, she has traveled the world to help people grow trees and their own food. She is the founder of both UpBeet Landscapes and BareRoot Designs\, PLLC. \n\nMembers: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.\nSee a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.\nWe are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram!\nJoin our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!\nInterested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here.\n\nSee all of our classes open for registration here!
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