Chicago Botanic Garden Fall 2020

Regenstein School | Adult Education 32 To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-6801. All materials are supplied for successful completion of projects unless otherwise noted. Rejuvenated Jewelry Inspired by the little treasures you save and love, combine old and new elements to create spectacular jewelry. Bring your special and sentimental keepsakes, single earrings, but- tons, charms, chains, family photos, and found objects. You will learn to solder, wire wrap, and string. A supply list is given at the first class, but you can start collecting treasures now. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $219/$274 | Classroom 5, Learning Center 8 Tuesdays, September 15 – November 3, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. or $169/$212 | Classroom 5, Learning Center 6 Tuesdays, November 10 – December 15, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. Advanced Rejuvenated Jewelry After you’ve taken Rejuvenated Jewelry, are you ready to delve deeper, learn more techniques, and explore many creative ideas? Create spectacular jewelry from vintage broken jewelry, watches, tin, and china. Bring your collected treasures. Prerequisite: Rejuvenated Jewelry or consent of the instructor Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $219/$274 | Classroom 5, Learning Center 8 Tuesdays, September 15 – November 3, noon – 2 p.m. or 8 Wednesdays, September 16 –November 4, 7 – 9 p.m. or $169/$212 | Classroom 5, Learning Center 6 Tuesdays, November 10 – December 15, noon – 2 p.m. or 6 Wednesdays, November 11 – December 16, 7 – 9 p.m. Beginning Watercolor: Online Watercolor is a delightfully fun medium. You will learn a variety of watercolor techniques, including washes and how to make a range of textures on paper, plus some color theory to get you started. No prior experience is neces- sary. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. A supply list will be sent. Judith Joseph, artist and educator $239/$299 | Online 6 Wednesdays, September 16 – October 21, 9:30 a.m. – noon or 6 Wednesdays, November 4 – December 9, 9:30 a.m. – noon Watercolor: Painting the Natural World: Online Watercolor is a fresh, beautiful way to express the beauty of a sunset or the reflection of trees and clouds on a pond. You will learn to make expres- sive marks, mix colors, and apply water mindfully to achieve the sparkling, sensitive effects water- color offers. Prerequisite: Beginning Watercolor or similar experience. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted on- line two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. A supply list will be sent. Judith Joseph, artist and educator $239/$299 | Online 6 Wednesdays, September 16 – October 21, 1 – 3:30 p.m. or 6 Wednesdays, November 4 – December 9, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Mosaic Workshop Pique assiette, or “broken plates,” incorporates a blending of color, form, and texture. This folk art can be found in many cultures and is popu- lar today as a way to recycle a favorite piece of china or broken heirloom. Complete a unique mosaic from shards of china, ceramic, or glass. A supply list is given at the first class, but you can start collecting dishes now. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $219/$274 | Classroom 5, Learning Center 8 Thursdays, September 17 – November 5, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. or $139/$174 | Classroom 5, Learning Center 5 Thursdays, November 12 – December 17, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. or 7 – 9 p.m. (no class November 26) New! Fall Leaves in Glass Mosaics In this hands-on workshop, you will use gor- geous transparent glass to create a mosaic in- spired by brilliantly colored autumn leaves. You will learn the process of affixing broken and cut art glass to an acrylic panel, considering the best usage of color, shape, and shading. Once grouted, your art piece will glow like a stained glass window with luminous colors. Francine Gourguechon, lead artist and founder, Chicago Mosaics $299/$374 | Design Studio, Regenstein Center 6 Wednesdays, September 23 – October 28, 10 a.m. – noon Botanical Arts NOTE TO READERS: This issue went to print in mid-August. Please check chicagobotanic.org and our social media channels for any updates or changes to classes or events.