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Classes, Nature & Ecology

Summer Butterfly Master Class: A 5-Part Series

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$120 Non-Member / $96 Member June 20th, July 25th, August 22nd, September 5th and 26th *The price listed includes the discount (1 free class). No need for a discount code at check-out* This purchase includes all 5 classes. The price listed includes the discount of 1 free class. No need for a discount code at […]

Classes, Art

Botanical Art with Mixed Media: English Garden Florals

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$30 Non-Member / $24 Member This spring Adela Antoinette had the opportunity to explore botanical gardens in the UK and sketched many florals she came across throughout her visit. Bringing the English garden to the U.S., this class is a great introduction mixed media used in sketchbooks. We will explore watercolor, ink, and colored pencil […]

Classes, Gardening

Thriving Summer Vegetable Gardens

Porter Hall

$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Vegetable gardens can thrive year-round in Tucson, but it might not feel that way if your garden is suffering during the summer heat. In this class, desert gardening expert Michael lsmail will share with you the strategies he uses to get great results, even through the heat of summer.   Upcoming […]

Classes, Gardening

Just Add Water – the Art of Watering Summer Container Gardens

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$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Mastering the Art of Watering Summer Container Gardens 95% of container plant failures in the desert are due to improper watering. Marylee walks you through how to hydrate your pots the right way—by hand, with confidence. Learn how to avoid runoff, repair water-repelling soil, and keep your containers moist without […]

Classes, Art

Paper Roses

Porter Hall

$55 Non-Member / $44 Member Roses are widely recognized as symbols of love, beauty, and romance, with specific colors carrying unique meanings, such as red for passion and white for purity. Roses are widely recognized as symbols of love, beauty, and romance, with specific colors carrying unique meanings, such as red for passion and white […]

Classes, Art

Sonoran Desert Birds in Graphite

Porter Hall

$36 Non-Member / $29 Member The Sonoran Desert abounds with birds! Let's celebrate the desert's rich avian diversity through art. We'll use graphite pencils to create dynamic sketches that capture the personality of Greater Roadrunners, Curve-billed Thrashers, and Elf Owls. All art materials provided by Tucson Botanical Gardens. Class Capacity 18 Upcoming Classes

Classes, Art

Monsoon Season Nature Journaling

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$30 Non-Member / $24 Member When we observe the world around us in sketches and illustration, we see so much more detail. Learn drawing and watercolor painting techniques that will allow you to capture and communicate what you observe. This creative class will guide students of all skill levels to closely observe nature and in […]

Classes, Art

Desert Animals in India Ink

Porter Hall

$36 Non-Member / $29 Member From javelina to gila monsters, explore some of the Sonoran Desert's most unique wildlife in this explorative ink painting class. We'll practice flowing wet-on-wet and […]

Classes, Wellness

Scrumptious Smoothies with Essential Oils

Porter Hall

$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Dive deeper into exploring essential oils by making your own Aromatherapy Journal.  We will explore the folklore, modern uses and benefits of Sweet Orange, Lavender, […]

Classes, Art

Botanical Art in Ink: Penstemon

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$30 Non-Member / $24 Member This class is a great introduction to drawing and micro-pen techniques. Our muse? Penstemon! We will explore the icon of the desert florals and then […]

Classes, Art

Antiqued Silver Flower Bracelet Workshop

Porter Hall

$45 Non-Member / $36 Member Make a classic and timeless bracelet with an antiqued silver flower as a focal, antiqued silver flowers and black accents, and an antiqued silver flower […]