INTERPRETING NATURE is a partnership program between Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and Ladew Topiary Gardens. Four distinct MICA studio courses are offered during the spring semester at Ladew Gardens. These courses allow students to explore and interpret Ladew's lush topiary and flower gardens and natural landscape. Course are open to participants of all skill levels, including beginners. To register for courses online, visit our Online Registration page.
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| Course Title | Course # | Credits | Instructor | Day/Time | Session Dates | Cost |
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| Beginning Watercolor in the Landscape | CSPT 104 | 1 credit | James Condron | Su / 11:00 AM- 2:30 PM | 4/18/2010 to 6/13/2010 | $360 |
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Location: Ladew Gardens. Through demonstration and experimentation, students explore a range of approaches to watercolor and learn the fundamentals of landscape painting. Watercolor techniques, properties of transparent pigments, color mixing, basic brush strokes, paper, and palettes are covered. In addition, students learn how to observe the interaction of color in nature and establish successful color relationships in their compositions. Painting outdoors at Ladew, students explore simple landscapes with increasing degrees of complexity. Emphasis is place on building self-confidence with the medium and collecting a vocabulary of techniques to encourage advancement. No class May 3rd and May 31st.
This class takes place at Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, MD 21111 |
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| En Plein Air Landscape Painting | CSPT 140 | 1 credit | Lee Boynton | S / 11:00 AM- 2:30 PM | 4/17/2010 to 6/12/2010 | $360 |
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Location: Ladew Gardens.The term “en plein air” translates roughly to “out in the open.” Using the Gardens for inspiration and oil paint as their medium, students paint outside in the Gardens to depict the unique beauty of this Maryland landmark. No class May 2nd and 30th. Prerequisite: Participants must have some drawing and painting experience to participate in this class.
This class takes place at Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, MD 21111 |
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