Join renowned local professional photographers for a day all about maximizing your skills.  There are demonstration opportunities, lectures, and displays about area photography clubs and services. Instructors include Gerry Bishop, Ken Conger, Bill and Linda Lane, Anthony Rumley, Bob Schamerhorn and Tom Veazey. Sessions for beginners and intermediate level photographers address proper exposure, solving common […]

Primarily associated with scientific illustration because of its ease for reproduction in books and scientific journals, pen and ink is a valuable tool for the botanical artist.  Instructor Lorraine Brevig helps you build and expand on your previous experiences with drawing and rendering in graphite.  Become familiar with and practice the use of conventional dipping pens […]

Use simple stitches on hand-dyed linen to create this popular theme from the English Renaissance era. Yarns hand-dyed from plants are provided in a Renaissance-appropriate palette.  Perfect for a holiday gift or other occasion!  Instructor:  Anne McCahill This class is full.  Please call 804-262-9887 x320 to be placed on the waiting list.

Learn yoga’s calming rhythms of breathing, movement, and posture in a tranquil Garden setting.  Small class sizes enable instructor Jacqueline Gooding to offer individual pointers and address multiple levels of experience.  Please bring a blanket, yoga mat, water and appropriate layered clothing for the season.  Classes take place in the Garden or inside Garden buildings, […]

Learn yoga’s calming rhythms of breathing, movement, and posture during this evening offering in a tranquil Garden setting.  Small class sizes enable instructor Jacqueline Gooding to offer individual pointers and address multiple levels of experience.  Please bring a blanket, yoga mat, water and appropriate layered clothing for the season.  Classes take place in the Garden […]

The Five Elements Form of T’ai Chi is filled with simple and gentle movements easily mastered in a short period of time. Students study the physical movements and philosophy of T’ai Chi as well as breathwork and meditation. Benefits include increased circulation, balance, and posture. Many find an increase in strength and flexibility and a […]

Advisors and students work on certificate projects together in an informal setting.  Open to BI certificate candidates only. Attendee $25

Learn yoga’s calming rhythms of breathing, movement, and posture in a tranquil Garden setting.  Small class sizes enable instructor Jacqueline Gooding to offer individual pointers and address multiple levels of experience.  Please bring a blanket, yoga mat, water and appropriate layered clothing for the season.  Classes take place in the Garden or inside Garden buildings, […]

Bring in interesting, whimsical, and inexpensive “finds” from yard sales, flea markets, or other “trash and treasure” places to make a stunning arrangement.  Laura Anne Brooks demonstrates possibilities using traditional, contemporary, and creative design styles, then helps you explore your creative side. Students bring sharp floral snips and a couple of challenging containers; all floral […]