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Come join us for an open studio experience designed to practice and refine the art of botanical illustration. Under the guidance of instructor Cristina Baltayian, participants will explore colored pencil, graphite, pen and ink, and watercolor, working on a variety of papers, vellum, and other surfaces. The class emphasizes close plant observation, drawing and composition, color theory and color matching, and the unique techniques of each medium. This supportive, exploratory studio setting is ideal for building skills, deepening practice, and experimenting with materials.

Tuesdays 10am-2pm (4-week sessions)

 January Session: January 6, January 13, January 20, January 27 

February Session: February 3, February 10, February 17, February 24 

Class Details: -Class is held in the Oak Room, directly under the Peacock Cafe. -If you are a new student, please contact the instructor about the supply list so she can help tailor materials to your existing supplies and personal interests. Cristina Baltayian: cbaltayian@yahoo.com or education@arboretum.org

Suggested Supply List: - Graphite Pencils, B, 2H, 4H -Spiral bound sketch pad, 10x14 or larger -Tracing paper pad, 10x14 or larger -OTT portable light, with True Color or Daylight Bulb -Kneaded Eraser -Retractable mechanical eraser -Pencil Sharpener -Exacto Knife -Scissors -Magnifying Glass -Artist Tape Suggested Book: - Botanical Illustration Course with The Eden Project Rosie Martin and Meriel Thursten

About The Instructor: Cristina Baltayian has been a botanical artist for 25 years. She has a Botanical Illustration course certificate from Cornell University.  She is a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists, and the Botanical Artists Guild of Southern California.

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Thursdays; 10:30-11am 

For children from infants to 5 year olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This not a drop-off program. Members free; included in paid admission. Registration is not required.

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February 21 2-3:30pm

Join us for a hands-on family workshop where the language of flowers comes to life! Inspired by floriography, the Victorian art of sending messages through blooms, participants will design and create their own beautiful flower wreaths. Families will explore the symbolic meanings of different flowers and learn how to craft a special message to someone they love—all while enjoying a creative, tactile experience together. By the end of the workshop, each family will leave with a finished wreath ready to gift or display. Event Details: -This workshop is intended for children ages 4-10 years old. -Children must be accompanied by one adult guardian. Due to restricted space, please limit registration to only one adult per child. -Adult guardians wishing to make their own wreath must purchase a ticket in addition to their child’s ticket. -Adults who are simply accompanying their child should select the “Adult Guardian Only” ticket. -This program is outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather. Hats are encouraged. Apply sunscreen and insect repellent as needed. Day Of Details: -The event will take place at the Learning Patio, which has its own private entrance adjacent to Ayres Hall in the north end of our main parking lot. -Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to event start time. -Weekends can be busy, so please plan enough time to find parking and walk to event location. -Supplies are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Arriving on time ensures that you enjoy the full program experience. -Event will be cancelled due to weather related concerns and participants will be notified. Cancellation & Refund Policy: Cancelations must be requested in advance of one week prior to the workshop start date in order to qualify for a refund. Cancellations requested within 7 days of the workshop start date will not qualify for a refund. The Arboretum does not offer credit or reschedules for missed classes. If you are unable to cancel within the required refund window, please consider your program fee a donation to the garden. Your registration confirms your understanding of and agreement with this policy. [post_title] => Floriography Wreath Family Workshop [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => floriography-wreath-family-workshop [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-01-22 16:41:12 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-01-23 00:41:12 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://arboretum.org/?post_type=events&p=70943 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => events [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [META] => 3668212 [meta_value] => 2026-02-21 14:00:00 [day] => 21 [time] => 2:00PM [theRow] => 0 ) [6] => stdClass Object ( [ID] => 44664 [post_author] => 1 [post_date] => 2021-12-22 10:47:02 [post_date_gmt] => 2021-12-22 18:47:02 [post_content] =>

Come join us for an open studio experience designed to practice and refine the art of botanical illustration. Under the guidance of instructor Cristina Baltayian, participants will explore colored pencil, graphite, pen and ink, and watercolor, working on a variety of papers, vellum, and other surfaces. The class emphasizes close plant observation, drawing and composition, color theory and color matching, and the unique techniques of each medium. This supportive, exploratory studio setting is ideal for building skills, deepening practice, and experimenting with materials.

Tuesdays 10am-2pm (4-week sessions)

 January Session: January 6, January 13, January 20, January 27 

February Session: February 3, February 10, February 17, February 24 

Class Details: -Class is held in the Oak Room, directly under the Peacock Cafe. -If you are a new student, please contact the instructor about the supply list so she can help tailor materials to your existing supplies and personal interests. Cristina Baltayian: cbaltayian@yahoo.com or education@arboretum.org

Suggested Supply List: - Graphite Pencils, B, 2H, 4H -Spiral bound sketch pad, 10x14 or larger -Tracing paper pad, 10x14 or larger -OTT portable light, with True Color or Daylight Bulb -Kneaded Eraser -Retractable mechanical eraser -Pencil Sharpener -Exacto Knife -Scissors -Magnifying Glass -Artist Tape Suggested Book: - Botanical Illustration Course with The Eden Project Rosie Martin and Meriel Thursten

About The Instructor: Cristina Baltayian has been a botanical artist for 25 years. She has a Botanical Illustration course certificate from Cornell University.  She is a member of the American Society of Botanical Artists, and the Botanical Artists Guild of Southern California.

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