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En Plein Air Watercolor


Third Saturdays (9:00-11:00 am) Monthly outdoor watercolor class for new and experienced painters.

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Saturday - 4/18/26


9:00am - En Plein Air Watercolor - Oval Rose Garden

Saturday - 5/16/26


9:00am - En Plein Air Watercolor - Pollinator Pathway

Details


Embark on a historical tradition of outdoor painting with guided lessons in the Garden’s tranquil morning light. Through guided exercises and individual practice, you’ll learn to capture the light and compositions using the spontaneity of watercolor. This class is suitable for both new painters and practiced watercolorists. Join us monthly to paint the changing seasons and explore new Garden areas.

Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden after class!

Third Saturdays (9:00 AM-11:00 AM)

Registration closes Thursday before class**

$50 /Adult or $44 /Member Adult

Materials: All materials provided.

Location: Check individual classes.

Instructor: Doug Land is an ecological artist and garden designer with a graduate degree from TCU. His workshops blend natural materials, storytelling, and sustainability—with inspiration from his mini farm. Learn more about his art at doug.land or about his gardening at digwithdug.com.

Inclement Weather: Class will move indoors.

Need registration help? Please contact us at [email protected].

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