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10 am – 6 pm daily
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Sat, May 4, 2024 10:30 am
Introduction to Painting with Soft Pastel
Many students “fall in love” with pastels after taking this workshop! Soft pastels are fun to use, colorful, versatile, and expressive. You'll be introduced to this dry painting medium through two nature-based exercises on different papers. This workshop is also good as a refresher course for those with some experience. All paper is provided; see supply list for other required materials. Please bring a bag lunch.
Adults
At Olbrich
Sun, May 5, 2024 10:30 am
Springtime Soft Pastel Interpretations
Celebrate Spring! We'll create three interpretations from the same spring floral, garden, or landscape photograph. Soft pastel is a very adaptable medium and is perfect for learning different painting techniques. Using different papers and styles of application, you'll learn which styles and techniques work best for you. This repeatable workshop is for beginner to advanced levels. See supply list for required materials; all papers will be provided by the instructor. Please bring a bag lunch.
Adults
At Olbrich
Mon, May 6, 2024 12:00 pm
Alcohol Ink Florals
Learn how to create three different abstract florals using alcohol inks. Various techniques to guide and mix the inks will be shared. All three paintings will be matted to 8x10” so you will leave with three works of art ready for framing. Great for beginners, but those experienced with alcohol inks will be sure to pick up new tips and techniques. All supplies are provided.
Adults
At Olbrich
Thu, May 9, 2024 5:00 pm
Soils and Plant Nutrition
Soil is literally the foundation for many plants and landscapes. Join Lisa Johnson from UW-Extension for a closer look at soil and learn about its composition, impact on plant nutrition, and how to assess soil and plant health.
Adults
At Olbrich
Fri, May 10, 2024 6:00 pm
Terrarium Workshop (Friday)
Appreciate the little things through building your own terrarium. Conservatory Curator Colten Blackburn will guide you through the process as he shares design, planting, and care techniques from many years of caring for the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Bring your own container to accommodate 3-5 small plants as well as any figurines you bring with you; all other supplies will be provided. More information about container size and materials available upon request.
Adults
At Olbrich
Sat, May 11, 2024 10:15 am
Mythical Garden Creatures
Join us for mythical garden creature fun! Learn the myth and lore of gnomes, flower fairies, and nymphs, search for signs of these mythical creatures, and make your own garden creature and small garden house to take home. All supplies provided. Ages 5-11 with an adult.
Children
At Olbrich
Sat, May 11, 2024 1:00 pm
Terrarium Workshop (Saturday)
Appreciate the little things through building your own terrarium. Conservatory Curator Colten Blackburn will guide you through the process as he shares design, planting, and care techniques from many years of caring for the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Bring your own container to accommodate 3-5 small plants as well as any figurines you bring with you; all other supplies will be provided. More information about container size and materials available upon request.
Adults
At Olbrich
Sat, May 11, 2024 1:00 pm
Sketchy Field Journal
Come laugh and learn in this art & writing workshop! Beginners will learn how to keep a regular sketchbook & "bad haiku" field journal. These mindfulness practices will grow our drawing skills & help us "stop, look, and listen" to the miraculous in the mundane of our own backyards. No skill needed. All supplies provided.
Adults
At Olbrich
Thu, May 16, 2024 6:00 pm
Wisconsin Butterflies Watercolor Class
In this class, you will learn how to paint four different types of butterflies found in the state of Wisconsin: a Monarch, a Giant Swallowtail, an Orange Sulphur, and a Red-Spotted Purple. During our 2 hour class, I will guide you step-by-step in painting this 5x7 inch painting. This class is perfect for beginners as your design is printed directly on your watercolor paper and all supplies are included. Learn to paint with professional, quality supplies!
Adults
At Olbrich
Sat, May 18, 2024 1:00 pm
Beginner Homebrew Workshop
Want to learn more about beer brewing? The Wine and Hop Shop's homebrewing classes can be the perfect place to learn! During this two hour beginner homebrewing class, we will brew a beer together while discussing the entire brewing process from brewing to bottling, the ingredients and equipment utilized in brewing, a little of the chemistry behind it, and any questions you may have.
Adults
At Olbrich
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