Art and Science of Dahlias

Join us for a hands-on workshop that combines botanical science, artistic expression, and personal reflection.

By The Brewster Book Store

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Location

Brewster Book Store

2648 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

Agenda

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Session 1: Exploring Dahlia Anatomy and Growth [September 12]

Delve into the scientific understanding of dahlias, including their botanical structure, varieties, and growth habits. Through guided journaling, record your observations and reflect on the natural w...

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Session 2: Cultivating and Caring for Dahlias [September 19]

Learn about best practices for planting, nurturing, and maintaining healthy dahlias. Capture your experiences and insights in your journal, and create detailed drawings of different dahlia forms, col...

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Session 3: Designing with Dahlias — Artistic Expression [September 26]

Explore floral arrangement principles and artistic compositions inspired by dahlias. Use drawing exercises to experiment with floral designs and arrangements, translating your ideas onto paper with a...

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Session 4: Personal Reflection and Creative Celebration [October 10]

Combine your botanical knowledge and artistic skills in a reflective journaling session, capturing what dahlias mean to you. Complete a final artistic piece or journal entry that celebrates your lear...

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Session 5: Life Beyond the Season [November 7]

What happens when the season ends? How do we prepare our lovely Dahlias for winter? We will explore the science of lifting, storing, and splitting tubers. (This session will meet at an off-site locat...

About this event

Join us for a hands-on workshop that combines botanical science, artistic expression, and personal reflection. Through guided journaling and drawing exercises, you will deepen your connection to these stunning flowers as you learn about their biology, cultivation, and history. 

Discover how to identify different dahlia varieties, understand their growth patterns, and explore the scientific aspects behind their vibrant blooms. Then, express your observations and imagination through sketching and creative journaling, capturing the beauty and complexity of dahlias in your own unique way. Whether you are a gardener, artist, or curious learner, this workshop offers an enriching blend of science, creativity, and mindfulness.

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The Brewster Book Store

We are a small but mighty neighborhood bookstore with local charm located in Brewster, Massachusetts.

From $28.52
Sep 12 · 10:00 AM EDT