Please enjoy this exhibit statement from the artist, Bailey Lonon: "The natural world has always been a massive point of inspiration and awe for me ever since I was a child. My whole life I hoped to bring that feeling to other people through art and education – these butterflies and moths are my first […]
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Discover the versatility of colored pencil as a medium perfectly suited to rendering botanical subjects. This course begins with inspiration from artwork created by some of the world’s best colored pencil artists. We’ll explore the medium of professional-grade colored pencils, the characteristics of certain brands, the advantages of Faber-Castell polychromos pencils, and the interaction between […]
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Come see Tim Harper’s multimedia work this September! With a background including Design, Collage, and Found Object Sculpture, Tim has a keen interest in projects that occupy the space between science and art. He also creates public sculpture with his friend Matt Lively. His pieces started as daily drawing exercises. Each morning, Tim draws on […]
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Have you ever spent hours working on a drawing, carefully applying techniques like sketching, shading, or measuring proportions, yet the result still doesn’t come together the way you imagined? Most students assume the solution is to learn more techniques. But often what’s missing is something more fundamental: understanding how the drawing process itself works. Knowing […]
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The moth portraits depict moths native to central Virginia. I have seen each of them at my home near Charlottesville. I paint them large. It is intimate. Most people only see these night creatures as a flutter in headlights or at the porch light. There are at least ten times more moths than butterflies. Moths […]
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There are intricate, symbiotic relationships between vibrant flowers and their vital insect partners. While it is easy to marvel at the beauty of flowers, insects are often misunderstood and spark different reactions. This exhibition juxtaposes artistic beauty with ecological importance. Using the bold color palette and amplified details associated with Pop Art, each painting magnifies […]
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Learn how to create the basic shapes and styles of floral designs—the building blocks for true creativity—with floral designer Mimi Cassick. This course will introduce you to techniques and styles commonly used by professionals. Learn preparation techniques, how to create basic shapes and how to prepare flowers for long-lasting arrangements. Through step-by-step instructions, students will […]
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In this workshop where fun is far more important than perfection, you will create an abstracted painting using acrylic paints on canvas, inspired by floral photographs taken at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. The focus is on translating natural forms into expressive shapes, colors, and textures rather than painting literal realism. Participants will explore color mixing, […]
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Experience the ever-changing beauty of nature on our Seasonal Splendor tour, a journey through the garden that celebrates all four seasons in vivid detail. From the delicate blossoms of spring and the lush, vibrant greenery of summer to the rich, fiery hues of autumn and the quiet, frosted elegance of winter, each visit offers a completely […]
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Where have I heard that song before? If you answered a Quentin Tarantino or Robert Rodriguez movie, then you know the music of Shockoe Records recording artists, Los Hermanos Alacranes. The newest band in Richmond, Virginia featuring Paulo Franco on guitar and vocals, Paul Pearce on lead guitar and vocals, Rob Lytle on drums and […]
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