Landscape Painting

Zeichnen & Skizzieren – Blumen In diesem Workshop dreht sich alles um das Zeichnen und Skizzieren von Blumen. Du lernst, wie du mit einfachen Linien, Formen und Schattierungen Blumen locker und lebendig aufs Papier bringst – ganz ohne Perfektionsdruck. Anmeldung und Infos: [Zeichnen & Skizzieren | Kreativ Werkstatt](https://www.kreativwerkstatt.design/service-page/kopie-von-date-night-painting-1?referral=service_list_widget)

**⚠️ Ticket needed :** [https://social-circle.ch/](https://social-circle.ch/) **Awakening: A Spring Creative Retreat** **Creativity • Connection • Renewal** 📍 Location: Soul City 📅 Date: March 14 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM 📲 Join our WhatsApp chat to keep up with the event: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3) *(if you run into trouble open it in WhatsApp Web on your desktop)* Step into an afternoon of creativity, mindful movement, and soulful connection at our *Awakening: A Spring Creative Retreat* . Inspired by the renewal of spring, this retreat invites you to slow down, explore creative expression, and reconnect with yourself and others in a warm, supportive, and inspiring space. **🌸 Opening Ceremony** 1:00 – 1:20 PM We begin the retreat with an opening ceremony to ground ourselves, connect as a group, and set the tone for the day ahead **🌀 Workshop Sessions** The afternoon is divided into three workshop blocks , each lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes You are welcome to join: * One session , * Two sessions , or * All three sessions throughout the day. Each participant may attend one workshop per block . If you choose multiple sessions, you will flow through the day attending one workshop in each block. In between sessions you're invited to relax in our chill-out area, where additional creative activities will be available. BLOCK 1 \| 1:30 – 3:00 PM BLOCK 2 \| 3:15 – 4:45 PM BLOCK 3 \| 5:00 – 6:30 PM **Workshop Experiences** **Bloom & Flow: A Watercolour Journey** A gentle, intuitive watercolour session inspired by spring blooms and growth. Participants are invited to explore colour and organic shapes to create a spring-inspired card **Stitch & Bloom: Mindful Crochet** In this calming crochet session, you will create a simple, beginner-friendly piece as a personal expression of color and intention. Guided step by step, this experience invites you to slow down, connect with your hands, and enjoy the soothing rhythm of mindful making. **The Healing Journey** A deeply nourishing session combining Somatic Movement, Yin Yoga, and Sound Healing, designed to support relaxation, release, and embodied awareness. Each session is thoughtfully curated to support creative expression, relaxation, and holistic wellbeing. No prior experience is required. **🌙 Closing Ceremony** 6:45 – 7:00 PM We come together once more for a gentle closing ceremony to reflect, integrate, and complete the day as a group. ✨ Welcome drinks are included, generously provided by our sponsors. 🍽️ Food will also be available during the event **Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw)

Bei der Strassenfotografie geht es darum, ganz präsent zu sein und die kleine Momente wahrzunehmen, die kraftvolle Geschichten erzählen. Ich zeige dir, wie du mit einem neuen Blick die Magie des Alltäglichen einfängst. Dabei teile ich wertvolle Tipps zur kreativen Bildkomposition und den besten Kameraeinstellungen für Strassenfotografie und eindrucksvolle ICM-Aufnahmen. Am wichtigsten ist jedoch, dass wir gemeinsam die Freude daran entdecken, das Gewöhnliche durch die Objektive unserer Kameras in etwas Aussergewöhnliches zu verwandeln. Workshop-Details Wo: Zürich Escher Wyss Platz Zeit: 10:00 – 13:00 Uhr Was du lernen wirst * Lerne, wie du natürliches Licht und Schatten meisterhaft einsetzt, um ausdrucksstarke Schwarzweiss-Bilder zu gestalten. * Echte und ungestellte Momente auf der Strasse mit Selbstvertrauen festhalten * ICM (Intentional Camera Movement), eine kreative Technik, die absichtliche Kamerabewegungen mit einer langen Verschlusszeit kombiniert, um abstrakte, malerische Bilder zu schaffen * Die Schönheit der Schwarzweiss-Strassenfotografie entdecken Deine Teilnahme kostet 150 CHF. Bitte melde dich direkt über meine Website an und sichere dir deinen Platz: www.katjabouwman.com/workshops ! Workshop Details Where: Zurich Escher Wyss Platz Time: 10:00 — 13:00 AM What you’ll Learn * Master how to use natural light and shadow to create striking black and white images * Capture candid street moments with confidence * Embrace ICM (Intentional Camera Movement), a creative technique that combines deliberate camera movement with a slow shutter speed to create abstract, painterly images * Discover the timeless beauty of black and white street photography Your participation costs 150 CHF. Please register directly through my website to secure your spot: www.katjabouwman.com/workshops More info on www.katjabouwman.com/workshops or visit my Instagram account katja_zuerich

Looking to bring more green into your space? 🌿 Join our workshop and create your own handmade pots — perfect for herbs, succulents, or any plant that brightens your home. ‍ ✨ Beginner-friendly: whether it’s your first time with clay or you’re a seasoned pro, we’ll guide you step by step. 🎨 Bring your ideas or get inspired by our designs, colors, shapes, textures… it’s all yours to create! ‍ **📍 Location:** Schaffhauserstrasse 272, 8057 Zurich **🗓 Date & Time:** March 7th or 14th (Saturday), 14h-16h **⏱ Duration:** 2 hours **💰 Price:** 70 CHF per participant ‍ **What You’ll Learn:** \- Beginner\-friendly hand\-building ceramic techniques to shape your own planter pots from scratch**‍** **-** Surface Decoration: textures, patterns, and personal touches to make each piece unique ‍ **What’s Included:** \- All clay and materials provided \- Full set of clay tools: wooden tools\, ribs\, cloths\, water containers\, rolling pins\, letter stamps\, molds \- Wooden boards for working your clay \- Kiln firing to make your pieces durable and ready to use ‍ Take home your very own handmade planters, ready to house your favourite greenery. Good vibes, good clay, and a little bit of zen! 🌱 ‍ **All levels welcome** — from complete beginners to clay pros. ‍ 📧 Email us at **ceramics.wheels@gmail.com** to reserve your spot!

**IMAGINE FUN and MESS** 😄 **That is Charcoal!!** This is the **oldest art medium** used by prehistoric humans, 30,000 years back in the Paleolithic period! **WHAT WE DO** ► How to **SKETCH A SCULPTURE** with CHARCOAL observing light and shadow. **You don't lack talent. You lack honest feedback.** ► **GET DIRTY** **HANDS**! This is a **safe space** to learn and where **mistakes are part of the process**. ► **AWAKEN YOUR EYES** Learn with guidance. **Clarity changes everything!** **WHAT IS INCLUDED?** ► **Tutoring:** This is a longer session than usual, **3 hours** learning with me and solving your doubts. ► **Good quality** **material**: **Charcoal: pure, natural sticks (Brevillier's Cretacolor), compressed and sanguine** **(‎Conté à Paris)**, Paper: **Ingres Pastel** 100 g/m2 **(Hahnemühle)** and **drawing paper** 160g/m2 **(Faber-Castell)**, paper wipes, brushes, support board, kneadable art eraser **(Faber-Castell)** and pencils **(Faber-Castell)**. **ALL LEVELS** **Beginner?** I always teach the art medium basics and give extra personalized support. **Advance?** Start to paint in your rhythm and skip explanations. **FREE entrance** to Archeological Museum of Zurich University. **HAVE YOU COME TO MY CLASSES BEFORE?** **👉️ CONGRATULATIONS!** Write me and I will send you a PRIVATE CODE as a committed student reward. **I SPEAK** English, Spanish and German (level B). **Hi! I am Marga and I am here to help you to improve your life.** Let me take care of everything. Good material, relaxing atmosphere, clear organization and kind support. **SUBSCRIBE to learn more** --> **[Marga Crea Arte](https://www.instagram.com/margacrea_art)** Youtube/Instagram/Facebook/TikTok).

[Tickets for this event are sold via eventfrog](goog_1310097087) Envision Feelings on Canvas is a guided, embodied workshop that invites participants to reconnect with a personal sense of safety and calm through meditation, gentle movement, and intuitive painting. The experience begins by slowing down. **Through soft breathing techniques, guided meditation, and intuitive movement, participants are gently supported in settling both body and mind into a meditative state**. From here, they are invited to imagine and explore an inner space where they feel grounded, safe, and at ease. This process encourages deep listening to the body and emotions, allowing thoughts, sensations, and feelings to naturally arise without judgment. From this calm, reflective state, **participants translate their inner experience onto canvas. With the guidance of an instructor, they are introduced to simple painting techniques and fundamental concepts of color, shape, and composition.** The focus is not on technical perfection, but on expression and intention, learning how visual elements can communicate emotion, mood, and atmosphere. No prior experience is needed. **You do not need to have painted or meditated before**. The entire process is gently guided step by step, and all necessary materials are provided. Participants are fully supported throughout the workshop. The result is a deeply personal artwork that becomes a visual anchor to this inner safe space. A painting you can return to at any time, using color and form as a reminder of calm, safety, and presence. **Each participant takes home their finished 30 × 40 cm canvas, a tangible reflection of their inner experience.** [Tickets for this event are sold via](goog_1310097087)

[Tickets for this event are sold via eventfrog](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/art-exhibitions/other-art-events/paint-and-express-your-emotions-as-a-family-7425193667399286131.html) [https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/art-exhibitions/other-art-events/paint-and-express-your-emotions-as-a-family-7425193667399286131.html](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/art-exhibitions/other-art-events/paint-and-express-your-emotions-as-a-family-7425193667399286131.html) This family workshop is a playful yet intentional space where children and adults explore emotions together through movement, color, and painting. Guided by an instructor, **families are introduced to basic painting techniques through a series of simple, expressive movements. Each movement is linked to an emotion, and each emotion is connected to a color from the color wheel.** Participants are invited to notice how different emotions feel in the body and how these sensations can be translated into color, rhythm, and gesture. Through guided movement, families physically express emotions before bringing them onto the canvas. They explore questions such as: Does this emotion feel soft or strong? Flowing or sharp? Light or heavy? These embodied experiences then inform how paint is applied, using different techniques, textures, and brushstrokes. Rather than focusing on representation, the workshop emphasizes expression, connection, and curiosity. **Children and adults paint side by side, discovering how colors, shapes, and movements can communicate feelings in different ways.** This shared creative process encourages emotional awareness, empathy, and open communication within the family. **At the end of the workshop, everyone will come together in the chill area to enjoy some snacks.** The organizers will provide fruit platters along with a selection of hot and cold soft drinks. We kindly ask parents to bring along their children's favorite snacks to share with everyone. By the end of the workshop, each family leaves with expressive artworks that reflect their emotional exploration, as well as a shared experience that strengthens connection, understanding, and creative confidence. Workshop is in english [Tickets for this event are sold via eventfrog](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/art-exhibitions/other-art-events/paint-and-express-your-emotions-as-a-family-7425193667399286131.html) [https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/art-exhibitions/other-art-events/paint-and-express-your-emotions-as-a-family-7425193667399286131.html](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/art-exhibitions/other-art-events/paint-and-express-your-emotions-as-a-family-7425193667399286131.html)

— scroll down for English — Der Zürichsee ist ein Ort der Weite, der Spiegelungen und der stillen Bewegung. Bei diesem achtsamen Walk treffen wir uns am Seeufer – ein Raum zwischen Wasser, Beton, Holz und Erinnerung. Wir beobachten das Wasser. Wellen, Lichtreflexe, Strukturen unter der Oberfläche. Wir nehmen uns Zeit für Details: abgeblätterte Farbe, Spuren des Sommers, leere Stege, ruhende Treppen ins Nichts. Die Kombination aus natürlicher Dynamik und stiller Architektur eröffnet spannende Kontraste. **Warum teilnehmen?** Du schärfst deinen Blick für feine Veränderungen und minimale Bewegungen. Wasser wird zur Bühne für Licht und Zeit. Die verlassene Badi bietet grafische Linien, Texturen und Geschichten. Ein idealer Ort, um bewusst zu fotografieren oder kurze Sequenzen zu filmen – reduziert, klar, präsent. **Was dich erwartet:** * **Ankommen & ausrichten:** Mit einer kurzen Einstimmung starten wir in den Walk * **Wasser beobachten:** Spiegelungen, Transparenz und Rhythmus entdecken * **Raum erkunden:** Formen und Strukturen der Badi bewusst wahrnehmen * **Gemeinsamer Abschluss:** Austausch und Reflexion direkt am See Dieser Walk ist eine Einladung, Stille sichtbar zu machen – mit Kamera oder Smartphone. Es geht nicht um perfekte Bilder, sondern um Präsenz und Wahrnehmung. Ich freue mich auf dich. Daniel PS: Dieser Spaziergang ist kostenlos, eine [Donation](https://tscharner.payrexx.com/pay?tid=861b78d0) zur Deckung der Unkosten ist sehr willkommen. *** **English** Lake Zurich offers space, reflections, and quiet movement. On this mindful walk, we meet at a lakeside lido, a place between water, concrete, wood, and memory. We observe the water: waves, light reflections, subtle structures beneath the surface. We take time for details – peeling paint, traces of summer, empty docks, silent stairs leading into the lake. The contrast between natural movement and still architecture creates powerful visual moments. **Why join?** You refine your perception of subtle change and minimal motion. Water becomes a stage for light and time. The abandoned lido offers strong lines, textures, and stories. An inspiring setting for mindful photography or short video sequences – reduced, clear, present. **What to expect:** * **Arrival & intention:** A short introduction to focus your attention * **Observing water:** Discover reflections, transparency, and rhythm * **Exploring the space:** Experience shapes and structures with awareness * **Closing circle:** Reflection and exchange by the lake This walk invites you to make stillness visible – whether with a camera or smartphone. Looking forward to seeing you, Daniel PS: This walk is free, a [donation](https://tscharner.payrexx.com/pay?tid=861b78d0) to cover expenses is very much appreciated.

**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/art-exhibitions/culture/creative-break-colors-tea-ceremony-light-brunch-7434520327122590787.html)** **or** **[www.social-circle.ch](http://www.social-circle.ch/)** **Relax, Create & Connect** Join us for a calming and inspiring gathering designed to help you slow down, connect, and enjoy the present moment. Join our group for updates on this event: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3) As you color, you’ll also enjoy a curated Chinese tea tasting guided by **Felix**, a knowledgeable tea expert who will introduce you to the aromas, traditions, and stories behind each tea. We’ll close the experience with a light breakfast — the perfect moment to chat, reflect, and admire everyone’s artwork. ✨ **What to expect:** * Warm, welcoming atmosphere * Icebreaker to spark connection * Groupcoloring * Chinese tea tasting experience * Light brunch to finish Come solo or with a friend — you’ll leave relaxed, inspired, and connected. ​P.S. Pictures might be taken during the event, if you do not want it please let the organizer know. Tickets are non-refundable. **Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw)

**Walk description:** We start in Steg at 9:05 and then continue to Fischingen. We must reach it before 14:30 for the visit [von Steg nach Fischingen | Wanderung | Komoot](https://www.komoot.com/de-de/tour/2792737900?share_token=aU7rKJB5q1VQhYuvxPXjlCv2hhwsiAwZHb6c1TWzasLcNPgJUv&ref=wtd) This is perhaps a easy walk but it is better to be fit and have good shoes. **More information about the visit of the monastery organs** For free, we have a guided visit of the organs in german. [Klosterführung, die Geschichte der heiligen Idda, Orgelspaziergang](https://klosterfischingen.ch/rahmenangebote/fuehrungen-orgelkonzert/) I suppose it will be like last time. i.e. : 1 hour long It start at 14:30 in case you just want to join for the visit **How to go with the train (from Zurich and I will meet you on the way):** [Verbindungen Zürich HB nach Steg | Das Online-Portal der SBB für Fahrplan, Zug und ÖV](https://www.sbb.ch/de?stops=Z%C3%BCrich+HB_I8503000~Steg_I8503135&day=2026-03-15&time=07_20&moment=dep&trip=3) **dedicated whatapp group** [WhatsApp-Gruppeneinladung](https://chat.whatsapp.com/I4tUknQKgfiLigunbcV6zu) **Registration:** To sign up, please select "Yes" in the WhatsApp community survey for this activity: [🌄 Switzerland Discovery Crew (Preferred Ages 18-35)🌄 | WhatsApp-Kanal](https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoercY1XquRrJm58k3V) If the event will happen in more than 30 days, I haven't added the survey in the channel yet. (Because message in a WhatsApp channel can be read by a new member only 30 days before he joins. But you can already enter the corresponding WhatsApp group) If you are concerned about privacy, only the admin of a WhatsApp channel can see who has voted in a poll (unlike a WhatsApp group). Please sign up only when you are certain! You can also register through Meetup, as it helps build momentum; however, I rely only on the number of people who signed up through the WhatsApp survey.

**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/eating-drinking/digital-detox-cafe-7434519759062868655.html) or** **[www.social-circle.ch](http://www.social-circle.ch/)** **Unplug & Create: Digital Detox Café at Paint it Easy** Take a break from screens and reconnect with yourself and others at our Digital Detox event in Zürich’s most inviting creative space, Paint it Easy. We’ll kick off the evening with a relaxed atmosphere, setting the tone for a mindful and inspiring night. Join our craft group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3) Choose your path for the evening (workshops are first come, first served): **Connection, Play, Learn** **Workshop:** Reducing your screen time ✨ **Want to continue your digital detox after the event?** For those who feel inspired to go deeper, you’ll have the option to join a **30-Day Unplug Challenge** A gentle, playful program with small weekly offline challenges, reflection prompts, and an accountability buddy — designed to help you reduce screen time and build healthier habits, without going extreme. Details will be shared during the event **Deep Talk with Question Cards:** Dive into meaningful conversations and connect with fellow participants on a deeper level. **Boardgames:** Just for fun or to meet new people. **Creative Activities:** * **Drawing** (included) * **Canvas Painting** (CHF 10/hour + canvas, e.g., 30x40 cm: CHF 9) * **Pottery Painting** (CHF 20–45 per piece) * **Jewellery Making with Beads** (CHF 10/hour + materials, avg. CHF 20–30) * **Linocut Printmaking** (CHF 25–35 per piece) **Location:** Paint it Easy, Zürich **Early Bird Ticket:** CHF 15 (standard CHF 18) **Includes :** Welcome drink\*, drawing material, notebook, games, workshop **Doesn't include** : optional creative activity fees (depending on your choice) \*Warm drink, homemade iced tea, or lemonade Want more events like this? Join our community! [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw) No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind! Whether you're painting, reflecting, or connecting, this is your space to recharge, express, and enjoy. Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know. Tickets are not refundable. #digitaldetox

**⚔️ Introduction to Wargaming & Painting Miniature Soldiers at The Arcane Foundry ⚔️** Join me in **The War Room at [The Arcane Foundry](https://share.google/S5i6DYJnJteHWeKtd)** for a laid-back evening of hobby talk and tabletop fun! For just **$15**, you’ll get a **3D-printed regiment of 20 high quality resin models** of your choice to paint — a **$40 value!** Bring your creativity, relax, and let’s make something awesome together. This is a limited time promotional offer. All regiments are made to order and require **4-5 hours of production time**, so please give me at least a **5 day notice**, so I can have them ready for you! All miniatures are printed with a commercial license. **Choose one from Below:** * 20 Orc Warriors * 20 Empire Soldiers * 20 Dwarf Warriors * 20 Elf Spearmen Step into a world where strategy meets artistry — and where every painted figure tells a story of battle, honor, and imagination. Join **Daclaud** at **The Arcane Foundry** for an evening that introduces newcomers and enthusiasts alike to the timeless craft of **tabletop wargaming** and **miniature painting**. My own journey began with a fascination for fantasy — knights in armor, grim and hardened warriors, and monstrous creatures locked in epic battle. That passion led me to **Dungeons & Dragons**, where I painted my first **Basic Heroes set** and felt the spark that comes from bringing a character to life in miniature form. Not long after, I discovered **Warhammer Fantasy** and **Warhammer 40,000**, and I was hooked. The vision of vast armies clashing across the table — each unit meticulously painted, each story unfolding through dice and imagination — became my creative obsession. During this event, we’ll explore the **origins of wargaming**, from its early military simulations to the richly detailed worlds of modern tabletop battle systems. You’ll learn how to **build and customize your own armies**, paint your first figures, and experience the joy of turning strategy and storytelling into a hands-on art form. Whether you’re drawn by the lore, the hobby, or the thrill of commanding miniature legions, this introduction will open the gates to a world that has captivated hobbyists for generations. **🎨 RSVP today and join us at The Arcane Foundry — where every brushstroke and battle tells a story.**

Join us for 2.5 mile hike at the Whitehall Community Park leaving from the Whitehall YMCA. We will do two 1.25 loops around the park all on a paved path, including one significant hill.

Looking for a creative night out that isn’t boring or corporate? Come hang out at **The Arcane Foundry** for an open candle bar and a 3D print paint and sip! Choose something from our 3D-printed shelf — *think ceramic paint-and-sip, but way cooler and with custom models we print in-house.* Or head to the candle bar and pick your fragrances to pour your own **pillar candle or container candle**. Sip complimentary tea, enjoy bakery snacks, and **BYOB wine or beer** while you paint, pour, and make whatever the hell you feel like making. No experience needed — this is all vibes, fun, and meeting new people while creating something you’ll actually want to take home. Starting at a very low price of $10 and up for paint and sip (Includes use of community paints, paint pallet, paint brushes) PLA Models starting at $10 and up 75mm Resin Fantasy Models $25 32mm Table-Top Miniatures $10 **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $60 (Limited Edition!) \[www\.thearcanefoundry\.com\]\(The Arcane Foundry\) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Cash * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL * PayPal: daclaudlee@gmail.com

Hosted by Wild Ones Columbus How to Install a Bog Garden, with David Marsolo Saturday, March 14th, 2026 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Eastern Time) Innis House (Inniswoods Metro Park) , 940 S. Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH Public Welcome Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking A bog can serve the same functions as a traditional rain garden but has the advantages of being low maintenance, climate resilient and attractive for a much longer part of the year. David Marsolo is a long time Wild Ones member. He has been maintaining artificial bogs at his suburban Westerville home for about 20 years. He will describe how to install a bog and fill it with many interesting native plants including pollinator and host plants https://columbus.wildones.org/calendar-of-events-and-programs/?wo_event_id=11160

Free at Bexley Library Adventures in Ecological Horticulture with Rebecca McMackin Wednesday, March 18 1:00pm - 2:30pm Gone are the days when a garden could be ornamental alone. We now recognize the impact that our land care practices have on the ecosystems around us, and can see the importance of encouraging biodiversity. Thankfully, we do not need to sacrifice beauty when we invite butterflies and songbirds into our gardens. Rebecca McMackin has cultivated gorgeous landscapes in the toughest environments possible: urban parks, school playgrounds, and the sidewalks of New York City. She will take lessons from her work at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and decades of research to share how those of us who are fortunate enough to care for land, can do it beautifully and ecologically. Rebecca McMackin is an ecologically obsessed horticulturist and garden designer. She writes, lectures, and teaches on ecological landscape management and pollination ecology, as well as designs the rare public garden. She is currently Lead Horticulturist for the American Horticultural Society, an Associate with the Harvard Divinity School’s Thinking with Plants and Fungi Initiative, and Consulting Arboretum Curator for Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY. Rebecca spent a decade as Director of Horticulture of Brooklyn Bridge Park, where she managed 85 acres of diverse parkland organically. Their research into cultivating urban biodiversity and ethical management strategies has influenced thousands of people and entire urban parks systems to adopt similar approaches. She has been published by and featured in the New York Times, Gardens Illustrated, on NPR and PBS. Her garden for the Brooklyn Museum recently won the PPA’s Award of Excellence and her TED Talk has been viewed over a million times. She holds M.Sc. from Columbia University and University of Victoria in landscape design and biology and recently completed the Loeb Fellowship at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. This program is presented in partnership with Rooted in Bexley and generously funded by the Bexley Community Foundation and Bexley Community Author Series Fund.

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