"Botanical Sketching In Ink and Watercolor" And "Using Native Plants in the Landscape" Classes At Center For Urban Horticulture This Week

UW Botanic Gardens’ Center for Urban Horticulture (3501 NE 41^st Street) is holding two classed this week, "Botanical Sketching In Ink and Watercolor" series starting tomorrow and "Using Native Plants in the Landscape" on Wednesday.

Here is the information:

Botanical Sketching In Ink and Watercolor

4 Tuesday Mornings, 10am-12pm, August 15-September 5

Capture the essence of flowers and foliage in this 4-part class with simple, quick techniques and portable materials! While using the beautiful perennial beds and borders at the Center for Urban Horticulture as a backdrop, you will be guided in an intuitive approach to sketching with pen, layering watercolor washes, and gathering tips that can be applied to everyday sketching. A simple supply list will be provided. All levels welcome.

Cost: $95
Register Online, or by phone: 206-685-8033

Instructor: Lisa Snow Lady, BFA in painting from University of Washington and Certificate in Ornamental Horticulture from Edmonds Community College

Using Native Plants in the Landscape

Wednesday, August 16, 8:30am – 12pm

From conservation landscapes to fine gardens, our local flora plays a vital role in habitat preservation, landscape functions, aesthetics and regional character.  In the time since David Douglas' plant expeditions in the early 1800's, some 240 species of our west coast native plants have been mainstays in cultivated gardens in Britain and Europe.  This class will explore the cultivation and design uses of different types of Puget Sound native plants and native plant cultivars in a variety of landscape settings and styles.  Valuable information on gardening near and preserving mature native trees will also be covered.

Taught by Christina Pfeiffer, Horticulture Consultant

Cost: $65
Register Online, or by phone: 206-685-8033
Instructor: Christina Pfeiffer, Horticulture Consultant