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Workshops at Callaway GardensTM are fun and informative. With a wide variety of topics, you're sure to find some that appeal to you. Workshops are held in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Try one and you're bound to return for more!
Scroll down for some exciting 2009 Workshops. Space is limited. Preregistration is required for all workshops and hikes. To preregister, call 706-663-5153 or email education@callawaygardens.org 2009 WORKSHOPS Azalea Propagation Workshop Saturday, June 13, 2009 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Enjoy an exclusive opportunity to take soft wood cuttings from Callaway Gardens'TM extensive azalea collection. Learn plant propagation techniques commonly used for growing ornamental trees and shrubs. Instructor: Katie Steinhoff, Interpretive Horticulturist, Callaway Gardens' Education Department Fee: $50.00 PhotoShop Boot Camp Saturday, August 22nd AND Sunday, August 23rd, 2009 Saturday -- 9:30 am - 3:30 pm AND Sunday -- 9:30 am - 1:00 pm This workshop is a limited enrollment, beginner level course in post-processing digital images with PhotoShop Element 7, PhotoShop CS3, or CS4. Limited to 20 participants. Laptops are permitted, but not required. Instructor: Jim Henderson, accomplished amateur photographer from LaGrange, GA. Fee: $100.00 Adventures in DSLR Photography I: A Beginner's Guide to DSLR Photography Saturday, September 12, 2009 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Whether this is your first digital camera or you are moving up from a consumer-level digital camera, today's DSLRs offer unprecedented capabilities for taking great photographs but also present the new or inexperienced owner with a number of challenges. This workshop was designed to help overcome these challenges and get started on the right foot. The workshop begins with an overview of the camera's features and controls, customization of your DSLR, using flash, and care of your camera. Following a break, we discuss camera accessories, media cards, tripods, and lenses. Time is also devoted to discussing computers, monitors, printers, and software for managing, optimizing, archiving and sharing our digital images. Following lunch, you will embark on an exploration of artistic composition for photographers. As a group, you will go on a guided photo shoot, where you practice what you learned about the camera and artistic composition. The workshop concludes with a preview of future photography workshops at Callaway GardensTM and a special surprise from the instructor. ** Remember to bring your digital camera, owner's manual, plenty of charged batteries, and storage media. Dress casually in layers for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. ** Instructor: Jim Henderson, accomplished amateur photographer from LaGrange, GA. Fee: $70.00, includes lunch Chinese Brush Painting: Brilliant Sunflowers and Chrysanthemums Saturday, September 12, 2009 Session 1: Brilliant Sunflowers 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Session 2: Chrysanthemums 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Chinese brush painting, with its emphasis on the beauty of simplicity flowing brush strokes, and graceful designs, reflects time-honored principles of Chinese philosophy and culture. Learning this art form motivates the students to observe critically, practice purposefully, express deliberately, explore creatively, compose artistically, develop a different way of thinking by following instructions and internalize imageries. Classes are open to all ages. Students under 9 should sign up with a parent. The second family member will receive a 20% discount off of the workshop fee. Tools and supplies are available to be purchased from the instructor. The beginner's set is $30.00 and includes 2 large bamboo brushes, 1 small bamboo brush, 1 brush rest, 1 color mixing plate, 4 tubes of Chinese water color, 20 sheets of 11”x14” rice paper, and 1 portfolio. Returning students may bring their own supplies and pay $5.00 for the consumables, such as rice paper, mounting paper, sumi ink and water colors supplied in class. Instructor: Tehwan Tso Fee: $60.00 per session Adventures in DSLR Photography II: Creative Photography Beyond the Auto Mode Saturday, September 19, 2009 9:30 am - 4:00 pm This course was designed for the beginner or experienced digital photographer who is interested in moving beyond the camera's auto mode into the world of creative photography. Your instructor will walk you through the fundamentals of photography in a fun and easy-to-understand manner. Explore many of your camera's features that are unlocked when you move beyond the auto mode. Practice your new skills in a photo shoot inside Callaway GardensTM. After the shoot and a working lunch with the instructor, there will be a discussion covering a number of mini-topics, a question and answer session, and a preview of upcoming workshops. ** Remember to bring your digital camera, owner's manual, plenty of charged batteries, and storage media. Dress casually in layers for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. ** Instructor: Jim Henderson, accomplished amateur photographer from LaGrange, GA. Fee: $70.00, includes lunch Stained Glass Garden Workshop Saturday, September 19, 2009 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Create a garden art piece using the "Louis Comfort Tiffany" method of copper foiled stained glass. Follow a pattern and learn how to cut and grind glass, use a soldering iron and apply black or copper patina. Finish the piece for hanging in your window or in your garden! For beginners or a refresher course in working in glass. Fee: $80.00, includes all supplies Kids in Science
Saturday, October 10, 2009
10:00 am – 11:30 am In celebration of National Energy Month, kids participate in a hands-on class making a simple circuit using a light bulb and copper wire. Learn to add switches and take home supplies, directions, facts about Thomas Edison and ideas about saving energy.
Instructor: Hazel Berger, CulturedKid.com
Fee: $20.00/ child Historical Archaeology Dig in the Gardens Saturday, October 24, 2009 10:00 am - 4:00 pm The Callaway GardensTM Archaeology Team will continue excavations at a historic house site near the Garden's Discovery Center. In March 2008, the Team cleared and mapped the stone ruins from the 1800s dwelling and excavated a test pit. Our findings included a fragmented Coca-Cola bottle on the collapsed stone chimney rubble. The bottle was manufactured between 1910 and 1919, a clue that the site was abandoned in the early decades of the twentieth century. In 2009, the Archaeology Team will have the opportunity to expand the excavations and gain hands on experience and knowledge of the local past. If you have ever wanted to be a n archaeologist for a day, this will be an excellent opportunity. Participants must be at least 12 years old, should wear comfortable outdoor clothes, bring work gloves, and be able to walk short distances in the forest. Instructor: Dean Wood, a registered professional archaeologist with Southern Research Fee: $60.00, includes lunch Pine Needle Baskets: A Beginners Class Saturday, October 24, 2009 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Learn the basics of coil basketry and different stitches and coiling techniques to create a unique small basket or platter. Instructor: Stephanie Tames Fee: $85.00, all materials provided Chinese Brush Painting: Wisteria on Pine & The Starring Lilies Saturday, October 31, 2009 Session 1: Wisteria on Pine 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Session 2: The Starring Lilies 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Chinese brush painting, with its emphasis on the beauty of simplicity flowing brush strokes, and graceful designs, reflects time-honored principles of Chinese philosophy and culture. Learning this art form motivates the students to observe critically, practice purposefully, express deliberately, explore creatively, compose artistically, develop a different way of thinking by following instructions and internalize imageries. Classes are open to all ages. Students under 9 should sign up with a parent. The second family member will receive a 20% discount off of the workshop fee. Tools and supplies are available to be purchased from the instructor. The beginner's set is $30.00 and includes 2 large bamboo brushes, 1 small bamboo brush, 1 brush rest, 1 color mixing plate, 4 tubes of Chinese water color, 20 sheets of 11”x14” rice paper, and 1 portfolio. Returning students may bring their own supplies and pay $5.00 for the consumables, such as rice paper, mounting paper, sumi ink and water colors supplied in class. Instructor: Tehwan Tso Fee: $60.00 per session Capturing the Fall Foliage in Watercolor Saturday, November 7, 2009 AND Sunday, November 8, 2009 10:00 am - 4:00 pm each day Paint "on location" in Callaway GardensTM, focusing on a close-up view and a landscape garden scene. Class includes demonstrations, instruction, critique and individual coaching. No previous art experience necessary. Instructor: Pat Fiorello, professional artist and instructor known for her vibrant watercolors inspired by nature. Visit www.patfiorello.com for more information. Fee: $195.00, includes lunch each day. Materials list available with registration confirmation. Adventures in DSLR Photography III: Mastering Exposure Saturday, November 7, 2009 9:30 am - 4:00 pm This intermediate level workshop is devoted to understanding and perfecting exposure. Topics include understanding and using histograms, understanding the various metering modes, using exposure compensation, using automatic exposure lock, and using exposure bracketing. The classroom portion is followed by a directed photo shoot to encourage you to gain mastery of your newly acquired skills. The afternoon session is devoted to an in-depth presentation and discussion of the RAW file type. Ample time has been allotted for questions. ** Remember to bring your digital camera, owner's manual, plenty of charged batteries, and storage media. Dress casually in layers for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. ** Instructor: Jim Henderson, accomplished amateur photographer from LaGrange, GA. Fee: $70.00, includes lunch Adventures in DSLR Photography IV: Mastering Motion Saturday, November 14, 2009 9:30 am - 4:00 pm This is an intermediate level workshop. Ample time has been allotted for questions and answers. ** Remember to bring your digital camera, owner's manual, plenty of charged batteries, and storage media. Dress casually in layers for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. ** Instructor: Jim Henderson, accomplished amateur photographer from LaGrange, GA. Fee: $70.00, includes lunch Adventures in DSLR Photography V: Mastering Flash in Nature Photography Saturday, December 5, 2009 AND Sunday, December 6, 2009 Saturday -- 9:30 am - 4:00 pm AND Sunday -- 9:30 am - 12:00 pm This is an intermediate level workshop. Ample time has been allotted for questions and answers. ** Remember to bring your digital camera, owner's manual, plenty of charged batteries, and storage media. Dress casually in layers for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. ** Instructor: Jim Henderson, accomplished amateur photographer from LaGrange, GA. Fee: $100.00, includes lunch on Saturday Wreath-making Workshop Saturday, December 5, 2009 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit by rolling up your sleeves and creating your own custom-made wreath from fresh greenery. Our experienced Horticulturists and Volunteers will help you with the design. Join us and make as many wreaths as your jolly fingers can handle! Make one for your home or make two, one to keep and one to give to a friend or family member. Remember to bring your pruners! Instructor: Patricia Collins and Katie Steinhoff, Callaway GardensTM Education Department Fee: $45.00 per wreath Holiday Centerpiece Workshop Saturday, December 12, 2009 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Choose a tree-shaped topiary or centerpiece to create an evergreen holiday arrangement for a tabletop or fireplace mantle display. We'll adorn an oasis form with sprigs of fresh pine, juniper, and cedar that will last through the holiday season. Berries, seeds and fruits of the season will complete the design to bring holiday cheer to any home. Remember to bring your pruners! Instructor: Patricia Collins and Katie Steinhoff, Callaway GardensTM Education Department Fee: $45.00 per centerpiece 2009 Hikes Plumleaf Azalea Hike and Callaway Home Tour Saturday, July 25, 2009 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. This extraordinary program begins with a hike through the Cason J. Callaway Memorial Forest to see the rare plumleaf azalea in full bloom. We'll arrive at the home of Virginia and Cason Callaway for a tour of this historical house, followed by a visit to the blueberry orchard and experimental grove of American chestnuts. Directions to the hike location will be sent with the confirmation letter. Age limit: 12 years and older Length: 2.5 miles; moderately easy Fee: $15.00 for members and $18.00 for non-members Dog Days of Summer Full Moon Night Hike Friday, August 7, 2009 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. "Dog Days" refer to the sultriest period of summer, originally the days when Sirius, the Dog Star, rose at the same time as sunrise. Stay cool with us on an exciting full moon hike in The Preserve to look and listen for bats, owls, and other creatures of the night. Directions to the hike location will be sent with the confirmation letter. Age limit: 10 years and older Length: 2.5 miles; moderately easy Fee: $5.00 for members and $6.00 for non-members
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