The Berry Botanic Garden

September 2007

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Gatherable and Growable Dyes from Local Sources
Two-day workshop! Have you ever looked at a bright flower and wondered if it might make a good dye plant? The first step is curiosity-the final step is the creation of richly colored fabric. In between is this fun workshop led by internationally known Master Dyer Cheryl Kolander of Aurora Silk. Cheryl will focus on basic principles of natural dyeing for home use-by the end you will know how to extract potential dyes, create and use mordants where needed, dye fabric, yarn and garments and test for durability. A world of color is waiting for you!
Cheryl Kolander
Saturday-Sunday, 9/8-9/07, 9:30am-5pm
$120 ($96 Members) Limit 12
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Botanical Illustration: Pen and Ink, Watercolor
Learn the basics of drawing plants from seasoned botanist, illustrator and teacher, Dr. Linda Ann Vorobik, who through demonstrations and lectures introduces participants to drawing skills, parts of the plant, what botanical illustration is when defined precisely, and watercolor techniques as used for painting plants.
The first morning of the workshop begins with a lecture and demonstration followed by supervised drawing to create pencil drafts and pen & ink and watercolor demonstrations; the afternoon consists of lecture/demonstrations of watercolor supplies and techniques followed by painting time. The second morning will begin with more demonstrations followed by supervised painting and or ink drawing. The workshop closes on Sunday by finishing illustrations, followed by a friendly critique of paintings produced. All skill levels are welcome: accomplished artists can learn added botany skills and skilled botanists will learn painting techniques, although a beginning botanical art course is recommended. (DOWNLOAD the supplies list (pdf)).
Dr. Linda Ann Vorobik
Saturday-Sunday, 9/15-9/16/07 8:30am-4:30pm
$125 ($100 Members) Limit 15
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Fall Plant Sale, September 29, 2007
Join, renew, or show your membership card & take advantage of great member benefits!
We will again be at Montgomery Park, site of our very successful plant sale last April.
* Lots of space, and FREE parking!
* Favorite BBG vendors as well as
* Some new vendors, too!
* Amazing plants
As always, the emphasis will be on unusual perennials, hardy trees and shrubs, and a wide selection of Pacific Northwest natives.
For more information, including a list of vendors who will be there, visit the plant sale page.
Location, Montgomery Park
Saturday, 9/29/07 11 AM - 3PM
BBG members shop early (10 - 11 AM) and receive a 10% discount

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