Mixed Media
Classes & Workshops

Kaleidoscope Discovery: Create Your Own Heirloom

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Thursday, November 4, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 4, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

• Eric Wischmann, Kaleidoscope enthusiast and nature photographer for over 30 years
• Craig Vanderwaal, Creator of Kaleidoscope classes with a dream to improve the experience one achieves through viewing the kaleidoscope

Level No experience necessary
Supplies All supplies included ($65 value)

• Learn about kaleidoscope history, technology, science, reflection and refraction
• Watch demonstrations explaining techniques and design elements
• Choose from handcrafted wood pieces to build your heirloom wood exterior
• Assemble the component parts such as the mirrors, eyepiece and object cup
• Custom choose the objects that will go into your kaleidoscope's oil cell and dry cell

You will leave with a complete finished kaleidoscope to keep or give as a one of a kind gift.

Note: Once you leave class you can continue to modify your kaleidoscope experience by changing the internal objects. Review these Covid-19 safety protocols for attending in-person classes at the Arboretum.

Limit 30, in person at the Tashjian Bee & Pollinator Discovery Center - McVay Learning Lab

	Thursday, November 4, 6:00-8:00 p.m. $109 member/$129 non-member, includes Arboretum admission and all supplies (value $65) which will be waiting for you in class.
	Saturday, December 4, 9:30-11:30 a.m. $109 member/$129 non-member, includes Arboretum admission and all supplies (value $65) which will be waiting for you in class.

Beeswax Luminary: Gifts from the Hive

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Friday, November 12, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Friday, November 12, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Ping Honzay, beekeeper, Arboretum Manager of the Tashjian Bee and Pollinator Discovery Center

Are you in need of some natural inspiration for holiday gift giving? Look no further! Create a beeswax luminary - a unique gift or centerpiece for holiday gatherings. Ping will guide you each step along the way, so just come prepared to have fun! $29 member/$44 non-member

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Pollinator Classes

Kiln Glass Discovery: Holiday Ornaments

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Saturday, November 20, 2021 10:00 a.m.-noon
Saturday, November 20, 2021 1:00.-3:00 p.m.

Trish Gardiner, Glass artist and instructor with her art pieces in collections around the world

Level No previous experience necessary
Supplies All supplies and firing included ($45 value)

• Learn about the various forms of glass including: frit, stringers, and sheet glass
• Select from a variety of provided patterns or create your own custom free-form designs
• Explore basic cutting and assembling skills and design techniques

Projects will be kiln-fired and returned to the Arboretum for pickup within 7 days of class. All materials and tools will be supplied. Review these Covid-19 safety protocols for attending in-person classes at the Arboretum.

Limit 10, in person at the Marion Andrus Learning Center - Inside a Plant Lab

	MORNING Saturday, November 20, 2021 10:00 a.m.-noon $89 member/$104 non-member, includes Arboretum admission and all supplies (value $45) will be waiting for you in class.
	AFTERNOON Saturday, November 20, 2021 1:00.-3:00 p.m. $89 member/$104 non-member, includes Arboretum admission and all supplies (value $45) will be waiting for you in class.