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Short Course Programme

2015/2016

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The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a Non Departmental Public Body (NDPB) sponsored and supported through Grant-in-Aid by the Scottish Government’s Environment and Forestry Directorate (ENFOR). The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a Charity registered in Scotland (number SC007983).

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How to BookBookings open: Members – Monday 8 June 2015 General – Wednesday 10 June 2015 Short courses can be booked by either returning the completed booking form or by telephoning the Education Department on 0131 248 2937 between 9.00am and 5.00pm. Full payment must be made at the time of booking.

The first price shown in the price list is the full price of the course, the second price listed is the price for Friends of RBGE.

Advanced booking for Members is by postal booking form only. Phone bookings will only be accepted from Wednesday 10 June when the general bookings open.

We are very pleased to share this Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) Short Course Programme.

As the new Head of Education, I am impressed with the variety, depth, and professionalism of the learning opportunities.

This programme includes introductory courses, weekend workshops, and weekly classes for specialised skills, providing any one with an entry point to learning at RBGE that best meets their needs. Covering everything from:

n botanyn ecologyn and horticulture to artn health & wellbeingn and herbology

there is sure to be something for everyone.

Learn moreIf you’d like to find out more about the courses and meet some of the instructors, please join us for our Education Open Evening in August.

If you love what you’re learning and want to go deeper, you can explore the opportunities in our Professional diplomas, certificates, and degrees. Check the bottom of the pages for more information on these courses. Some of these are offered online, so you can continue your courses wherever you are in the world with international classmates.

For the most up to date information on courses and learning at RBGE, do check our website www.rbge.ork.uk/education and follow us on Twitter @TheBotanics and @RBGE_Education

Membership benefitsDid you know that Garden Members get to sign up for courses in advance of regular bookings? Members also get discounts on all the courses in this programme. See the At a Glance section for prices.

I look forward to learning more with you in the incredible world of plants.

Maggie Kilian, Head of Education

Gift VouchersRBGE Education gift vouchers can be used as payment or part payment on any of our short courses. Vouchers are available in denominations of £20, £50 and £100 and the voucher pack will include an attractive RBGE greetings card appropriate to the occasion, your voucher(s) and our current Short Course and Professional Course Prospectuses.

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Cancellations Courses may have to be cancelled due to low uptake, or other unexpected circumstances and a full refund will be given. We will make every effort to notify you of a cancellation, so it is important to provide both your daytime and evening phone numbers and email address if you have one. Some courses may not be able to run if the Garden has to close due to high winds or other severe weather. This will be indicated on your course outline. If this seems likely, please contact the Garden before you set out.

Refunds/TransfersIf you need to cancel your booking please inform the Education Department in writing (letter or email) as soon as possible. The cancellation is effective from the date your communication is received and is subject to the following charges:

n For cancellations with more than 4 weeks’ notice we will refund your payment less 15%

n For cancellations with 4 weeks’ notice or less we will refund your payment less 50%

n For cancellations with 1 week’s notice or less we regret we are unable to refund your payment unless there are exceptional circumstances. However if we are able to fill your place at short notice we will offer a 50% refund

Transfers will be treated as a cancellation and re-booking unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Contents

Matrix of Courses 4

Summer School Courses 8

Horticulture 9

Botany & Plant Science 12

Herbology 14

Garden Design 15

Botanical Illustration 16

Garden Art 20

Photography 21

Health & Wellbeing 22

Booking Form 23

You can help educate everyone about the world of plants.Support the Botanics atwww.rbge.org.uk/supportus(Registered Scottish Charity Number SC007983)

Education Open Evening

Tuesday 25 August 20156.00pm-8.00pmConference Room

20a Inverleith Row

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Matrix of CoursesDATE TIME COURSE TUTOR PRICE PAGE

JULY

Mon 6 - Fri 10 Jul 9.30am - 4.00pm Introduction to Botanical Illustration Lyn Campbell £180/162 8

Sat 18 Jul 10.00am - 4.00pm Trainings in Mindfulness Ian Tullis £50/45 22

Sat 25 Jul 10.30am - 4.30pm Create your own Wedding Flowers Georgina Ankers & Robyn MacDonald

£90 8

Mon 27, Tue 28, Thurs 30 and Fri 31 Jul

10.00am - 4.00pm Botany for Beginners Greg Kenicer £120/108 8

AUGUST

Mon 3 - Fri 7 Aug 10.00am - 4.00pm Expressive Watercolour Landscape Summer Course David Forster £175/157.50 8

Sat 8 - Sun 9 Aug 10.30am - 4.30pm Painting Light and Colour Helen Jackson £100/90 8

Tue 25 Aug 6.00pm - 8.00pm Short Course Open Evening Various Tutors Attending FREE DROP IN

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SEPTEMBER

Sat 5 Sep 10.00am - 4.00pm Herbal First Aid Catherine Conway-Payne/Jill Tees

£55/49.50 14

Sat 26 Sep 10.00am - 4.00pm Fungi Identification for Beginners Neville Kilkenny £50/45 12

Sat 26 Sep, 30 Jan and 4 Jun

10.30am - 4.30pm Grow your own Vegetables Laura Cohen & Cath Evans £120/108 10

Mon 28 Sep - 14 Dec 9.30am - 12.30pm Expressive Watercolour Landscape (Intermediate to Advanced)

David Forster £110/99 21

Mon 28 Sep - 14 Dec 10.30am - 1.00pm Beginning Botanical Illustration Sharon Bradley £99/89.10 16

Mon 28 Sep - 14 Dec 1.30pm - 3.30pm Painting with Acrylics Helen Jackson £90/81 21

Mon 28 Sep - 14 Dec 1.30pm - 4.30pm Expressive Watercolour Landscape (Beginner to Intermediate)

David Forster £110/99 21

Mon 28 Sep - 14 Dec 6.30pm - 9.00pm Beginning Botanical Illustration Sharon Bradley £99/89.10 16

Mon 28 Sep - 14 Dec 6.30pm - 9.00pm Continuing Botanical Illustration Sharon Tingey £99/89.10 16

Tue 29 Sep - 8 Dec 10.30am - 1.00pm Intermediate Botanical Illustration Sharon Bradley £99/89.10 16

Tue 29 Sep - 8 Dec 2.00pm - 4.30pm Beginning Botanical Illustration Sarah Roberts £99/89.10 16

Tue 29 Sep - 24 Nov 7.30pm - 9.00pm Amazonian Traditional Indigenous Medicine Ann Simpson £65/59.50 14

Wed 30 Sep - 9 Dec 9.30am - 12.30pm Botanical Illustration (Intermediate to Advanced) Sharon Tingey £110/99 16

Wed 30 Sep - 4 Nov 10.00am - 1.00pm Botanical Artistry: Skills and Techniques – Pen and Ink Claire Banks £60/54 17

Wed 30 Sep - 9 Dec 6.30pm - 9.00pm Drawing for Beginners Helen Jackson £99/89.10 21

Wed 30 Sep - 25 Nov 6.30pm - 8.30pm Botany for Beginners Emily Wood £80/72 12

Wed 30 Sep - 9 Dec 6.30pm - 9.00pm Herbs for Healing Catherine Conway-Payne £140/126 14

Wed 30 Sep - 9 Dec 7.00pm - 9.00pm Introduction to Horticulture RBGE Staff £99/89.10 9

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OCTOBER

Thurs 1 Oct - TBC 1.30pm - 5.00pm Ethnobotany Greg Kenicer £180/162 9

Thurs 1 Oct - 10 Dec 9.30am - 10.30am Pilates: Beginner to Intermediate Maria Hybszer £90/81 22

Thurs 1 Oct - 10 Dec 10.30am - 11.30am Pilates: Intermediate to Advanced Maria Hybszer £90/81 22

Thurs 1 Oct - 10 Dec 12.00pm - 1.00pm Nordic Walking Trevor Jones £60/54 22

Sat 3 Oct 10.00am - 4.00pm Trainings in Mindfulness Ian Tullis £50/45 22

Sat 3 & Sat 10 Oct 9.30am - 3.45pm Digital Plant Photography I Liz Cole £80/72 21

Sat 10 Oct 1.00pm - 4.00pm Your Garden in Autumn John Taylor £30/27 11

Sat 10 - Sun 11 Oct 10.00am - 4.00pm Art Workshop: Painting the Plants of Chile Gülnur Ekşi £120/108 18

Sun 25 Oct 10.00am - 4.00pm Moss Identification for Beginners Dr David Chamberlain £50/45 12

Sat 31 Oct 10.30am - 4.30pm Wonders from Willow Withies Ginger Franklin £60/55 20

NOVEMBER

Sun 1 Nov 10.00am - 4.00pm Perfect your Pruning William Hinchliffe £50/45 10

Sun 8 Nov 11.00am - 5.00pm Sound of Good Health Suzanne Harris £50/45 22

Sat 14 Nov 2015 & Sat 3 Sep 2016

10.00am - 4.00pm Trained Fruit Trees Johanna Lausen-Higgins £80/72 10

Wed 11 Nov - 9 Dec 10.00am - 1.00pm Botanical Artistry: Skills and Techniques – Thorns, Prickles and Spines

Lizzie Sanders £60/54 17

Sat 21 - Sun 22 Nov 10.00am - 4.00pm Art Masterclass: Drawing Chilean Rainforest Glade Sarah Simblet £140/126 19

Sat 28 - Sun 29 Nov 10.00am - 4.00pm Introduction to Tapestry Linda Green £100/90 20

DECEMBER

Sat 5 Dec 10.00am - 4.00pm The Confection Box Catherine Conway-Payne £55/49.50 14

Sat 12 Dec 10.30am - 4.30pm Making Christmas Wreaths and Table Decorations Georgina Ankers & Kate Barnard

£60/54 20

JANUARY 2016

Sat 9 Jan - 19 Mar(fortnightly)

10.00am - 12.00pm Mind Matters Ian Tullis £65/58.50 22

Mon 11 Jan - 21 Mar 9.30am - 12.30pm Expressive Watercolour Landscape (Intermediate to Advanced)

David Forster £110/99 21

Mon 11 Jan - 21 Mar 10.30am - 1.00pm Beginning Botanical Illustration Sharon Bradley £99/89.10 16

Mon 11 Jan - 21 Mar 1.30pm - 4.30pm Expressive Watercolour Landscape (Beginner to Intermediate)

David Forster £110/99 21

Mon 11 Jan - 21 Mar 6.30pm - 9.00pm Beginning Botanical Illustration Sharon Bradley £99/89.10 16

Mon 11 Jan - 21 Mar 6.30pm - 9.00pm Continuing Botanical Illustration Sharon Tingey £99/89.10 16

Tue 12 Jan - 22 Mar 10.30am - 1.00pm Intermediate Botanical Illustration Sharon Bradley £99/89.10 16

Tue 12 Jan - 22 Mar 2.00pm - 4.30pm Beginning Botanical Illustration Sharon Tingey £99/89.10 16

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Wed 13 Jan - 23 Mar 9.30am - 12.30pm Botanical Illustration (Intermediate to Advanced) Sarah Roberts £110/99 16

Wed 13 Jan - 10 Feb 10.00am - 1.00pm Botanical Artistry: Skills and Techniques – Perfect Pineapples

Sharon Tingey £60/54 17

Wed 13 Jan - 23 Mar 6.30pm - 9.00pm Drawing for Beginners Helen Jackson £99/89.10 21

Wed 13 Jan - 23 Mar 6.30pm - 9.00pm Natural Herbal Beauty Catherine Conway-Payne £140/126 14

Thurs 14 Jan - 24 Mar 9.30am - 10.30am Pilates (Beginner to Intermediate) Maria Hybszer £90/81 22

Thurs 14 Jan - 24 Mar 10.30am - 11.30am Pilates (Intermediate to Advanced) Maria Hybszer £90/81 22

Thurs 14 Jan - 24 Mar 12.00pm - 1.00pm Nordic Walking Trevor Jones £60/54 22

Sat 16 Jan 10.00am – 4.00pm Trainings in Mindfulness Ian Tullis £50/45 22

Sat 30 - Sun 31 Jan 9.00am - 5.00pm Drawing the Garden of Your Dreams Pip Probert £99/89.10 15

Sat 30 - Sun 31 Jan 10.00am - 4.00pm Art Workshop: Drawing Dried Seed Pods Nicola Williams £120/100 18

Sat 30 Jan 1.00pm - 4.00pm Your Garden in Winter John Taylor £30/27 11

FEBRUARY

Thursdays Early Feb, Dates TBC

9.15am - 12.30pm Victorian Horticulture Phil Lusby £180/162 9

Thursdays Early Feb, Dates TBC

1.30pm - 5.00pm Plant Geography Greg Kenicer £180/162 9

Sat 6 Feb 10.00am - 4.00pm Winter Tree Identification Max Coleman £50/45 13

Sat 6 Feb 1.00pm - 4.00pm Introduction to Raw Chocolate Making Scott Young £40 14

Wed 24 Feb - 23 Mar 10.00am - 1.00pm Botanical Artistry: Skills and Techniques – Camellias Janis Bain £60/54 17

Sat 27 Feb 10.00am - 4.00pm Lichen Identification Louise Olley £50/45 12

MARCH

Sat 5 & Sat 12 Mar 9.30am - 3.45pm Digital Plant Photography I Liz Cole £80/72 21

Sat 12 Mar 1.00pm - 4.00pm The Orchid Collection at the Botanics Bruce Robertson £30/27 10

Sat 19 Mar 10.00am - 4.00pm Herbal First Aid Catherine Conway-Payne/ Jill Tees

£55/49.50 14

Sat 19 - Sun 20 Mar 10.00am - 4.00pm Art Masterclass: Creating Vibrant Colour and Tactile Textures Ann Swan £140/126 19

APRIL

Sat 9 Apr 1.00pm - 4.00pm Your Garden in Spring John Taylor £30/27 11

Mon 11 Apr - 27 Jun 9.30am - 12.30pm Expressive Watercolour Landscape (Intermediate to Advanced)

David Forster £110/99 21

Mon 11 Apr - 27 Jun 10.30am - 1.00pm Beginning Botanical Illustration Sharon Bradley £99/89.10 16

Mon 11 Apr - 27 Jun 1.30pm - 3.30pm Painting with Acrylics Helen Jackson £90/81 21

Mon 11 Apr - 27 Jun 1.30pm - 4.30pm Expressive Watercolour Landscape (Beginner to Intermediate)

David Forster £110/99 21

Mon 11 Apr - 27 Jun 6.30pm - 9.00pm Beginning Botanical Illustration Sharon Bradley £99/89.10 16

Mon 11 Apr - 27 Jun 6.30pm - 9.00pm Continuing Botanical Illustration Sharon Tingey £99/89.10 16

Tue 12 Apr - 21 June 10.00am - 12.00pm Garden Design for Gardeners John Taylor £100/90 15

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Tue 12 Apr - 21 June 10.30am - 1.00pm Intermediate Botanical Illustration Sharon Bradley £99/89.10 16

Tue 12 Apr - 21 June 2.00pm - 4.30pm Beginning Botanical Illustration Sarah Roberts £99/89.10 16

Tue 12 Apr 6.00pm - 8.00pm Two Feet, One Mind - A Contemplative Walking Workshop

Roger Hyam £15 22

Wed 13 Apr - 22 Jun 9.30am - 12.30pm Botanical Illustration (Intermediate to Advanced) Sharon Tingey £110/99 16

Wed 13 Apr - 18 May 10.00am - 1.00pm Botanical Artistry: Skills and Techniques – Amazing Trees

Sarah Roberts £60/54 17

Wed 13 Apr - 22 Jun 6.30pm - 9.00pm Drawing for Beginners Helen Jackson £99/89.10 21

Wed 13 Apr - 22 Jun 6.30pm - 9.00pm Herbs from the Highlands Catherine Conway-Payne £140/126 14

Wed 13 Apr - 22 Jun 7.00pm - 9.00pm Introduction to Horticulture RBGE Staff £99/89.10 9

Wed 13 Apr - 22 Jun 1.00pm - 4.30pm Looking Through Their Eyes Helen Jackson £140/126 21

Thurs 14 Apr - 23 Jun 9.30am - 10.30am Pilates: Beginner to Intermediate Maria Hybszer £90/81 22

Thurs 14 Apr - 23 Jun 10.30am - 11.30am Pilates: Intermediate to Advanced Maria Hybszer £90/81 22

Thurs 14 Apr - 23 Jun 12.00pm - 1.00pm Nordic Walking Trevor Jones £60/54 22

Sat 23 - Sun 24 Apr 10.00am - 4.00pm Weave a Flower Linda Green £100/90 20

Tue 26 Apr 6.00pm - 8.00pm Two Feet, One Mind – A Contemplative Walking Workshop

Roger Hyam £15 22

MAY

Sat 7 - Sun 8 May 10.00am - 4.00pm Art Masterclass: Leaves Up Close Rachel Pedder-Smith £140/126 19

Tue 10 May 6.00pm - 8.00pm Two Feet, One Mind – A Contemplative Walking Workshop

Roger Hyam £15 22

Sat 14 May 10.00am - 4.00pm Trainings in Mindfulness Ian Tullis £50/45 22

Sun 22 May 10.00am - 4.00pm Calligraphy Workshop Michael Ashley £50/45 20

Tue 24 May 6.00pm - 8.00pm Two Feet, One Mind - A Contemplative Walking Workshop

Roger Hyam £15 22

Wed 25 May - 22 Jun 10.00am - 1.00pm Botanical Artistry: Skills and Techniques –Bright Country Garden

Clare Robinson £60/54 17

Sat 28 May 10.30am - 4.30pm Natural Dyeing Ann Ross £60/54 20

JUNE

Sat 4 Jun 10.00am - 4.00pm Lawn Construction Colin Bell £50/45 15

Sat 4 & Sat 11 Jun 9.30am - 3.45pm Digital Plant Photography I Liz Cole £80/72 21

Sat 11 Jun 10.00am - 4.00pm Blue Poppy (Meconopsis) Workshop Alan Elliott £50/45 11

Sat 11 Jun 10.00am - 4.00pm Fern Identification Heather McHaffie £50/45 13

Sat 18 - Sun 19 Jun 10.00am - 4.00pm Art Workshop: Understanding Tone Robert McNeill £120/108 18

Sat 25 Jun 9.30am - 3.45pm Digital Plant Photography II Liz Cole £40/36 21

Sat 25 Jun 1.00pm - 4.00pm Your Garden in Summer John Taylor £30/27 11

Sun 26 Jun 10.00am - 4.00pm Wildflower Identification Phil Lusby £50/45 13

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Introduction to Botanical Art This intensive course is aimed at anyone new to botanical painting or watercolour and consists of a mixture of structured and individual tuition, demonstrations and exercises designed to build up knowledge and experience.

Price includes lunch. Taught by Lyn Campbell.

Runs: July

Create your own Wedding Flowers This one-day workshop will give you the skills needed to create your own uniquely gorgeous wedding arrangements. Using a variety of beautiful blooms – many of which will be cut from the Garden – you will learn how to put together your own bridal bouquet, buttonholes and corsages, as well as a simple, yet highly effective table decoration. In addition to this hands-on experience, you will also be given hints and tips on growing your own cut flowers. Refreshments will be provided. Taught by Georgina Ankers and Robyn Macdonald.

Runs: July

Botany for Beginners A chance to investigate basic functions, evolution and ecology of familiar and less familiar plant species throughout this intensive four-day course; exploring plants in their garden habitat and under the microscope. Taught by Greg Kenicer.

Runs: July

Expressive Watercolour Landscape Referring to the great watercolourists of the past, landscape artist and tutor David Forster will use outdoor painting in the splendid setting of the Gardens to explore the life and richness of watercolour.

Runs: August

Painting Light & Colour On this two-day workshop we will be spending the first day out in the Gardens making observational drawings of flowers and plants using a variety of drawing media including pencil, charcoal and compressed charcoal. The following day we will be creating a painting from those drawings using your preferred water based medium. As part of the course a delicious summer afternoon tea will be served on the second day. Taught by Helen Jackson.

Runs: August

Summer School Courses

Did you know we do Professional Courses in summer too?Each summer we offer the RBGE Certificate in Botanical Illustration and RBGE Certificate in Practical Horticulture courses as 2-week block courses in July. For more information on these courses including the application form please see the course webpages:

n RBGE Certificate in Botanical Illustration n RBGE Certificate in Practical Horticulture www.rbge.org.uk/certbi www.rbge.org.uk/certph

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Weekly Classes

Introduction to HorticultureA ten-week theoretical course covering a range of topics, from soil science to pruning to plant anatomy. Suitable as an overview of horticulture for absolute beginners, or as a stepping stone to the RHS (Level 2) Certificate in Horticulture. Taught by RBGE staff.

Starts: September or April

Ethnobotany (Plants and People)This 11-week course looks at the ways in which humans have used plants from pre-agricultural societies, through to the drive for sustainable plant use in the present day. A module of the BSc in Horticulture with Plantsmanship. Taught by Greg Kenicer.

Starts: October

Plant GeographyThis 11-week course investigates the ways that plants have adapted to the incredible diversity of habitats available on Earth. As this course is a module of the BSc in Horticulture with Plantsmanship we are unable to confirm the dates at the time of print. This ten-week course is taught by Greg Kenicer on Thursdays starting late January. Please contact us for further details.

Starts: February

Victorian HorticultureLooking at the innovations and passions that drove one of Britain’s golden ages of horticulture. As this course is a module of the BSc in Horticulture with Plantsmanship we are unable to confirm the dates at the time of print. This ten-week course is taught by Phil Lusby and will run on Thursdays starting late January. Please contact us for further details.

Starts: February

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Weekend WorkshopsPerfect Your PruningCome along and learn the basics of how, why and when to prune your trees and shrubs. The day will cover all the key skills such as tool choice, maintenance and how to use them correctly, including practical demonstrations led by RBGE Arboretum Horticulturalist Will Hinchliffe.

Starts: November

Grow Your Own VegetablesSESSION 1: PREPARATIONSESSION 2: PLANNING & SOWINGSESSION 3: MAINTAINING & HARVESTING Want to grow your own vegetables but don’t know where to start? Join Cath Evans and Laura Cohen on this three-day mini course through the growing year to find out how easy it is. Cath and Laura will guide you through the preparation and planning stages to success, even in the smallest of spaces.

Starts: September

Trained Fruit TreesEver wondered how to grow trained fruit trees for your garden? Espaliers, fans and cordons have been trained for centuries to get the best quality fruit in the smallest of spaces. This two-day course will explain and tackle the bewildering choice of rootstocks and varieties, as well as general maintenance or summer pruning to help you establish trained fruit for your garden with confidence. (Please note this course does not cover normal standards or bush forms). Taught by Johanna Lausen-Higgins.

Starts: November

The Orchid Collection at the BotanicsThis afternoon workshop will start with a tour of the orchid collection at RBGE followed by a talk on the cultivation of some of the most widely cultivated genera. Led by RGBE Horticulturist Bruce Robertson.

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Did you know we do Professional Courses in Horticulture?Be sure to look at the webpages for more information including the study options (such as Distance or Blended Learning available for each course.

n RBGE Certificate in Practical Horticulture www.rbge.org.uk/certphn RHS Level 2 Certificate www.rbge.org.uk/rhslevel2n RHS Level 3 Certificates www.rbge.org.uk/rhslevel3n RBGE Diploma in Garden History www.rbge.org.uk/dipghn HND/BSc Horticulture with Plantsmanship www.rbge.org.uk/plantsmanship

Your Garden Through the YearA series of half-day workshops that really help you get to grips with your garden over the course of a year. Walkrounds, demonstrations and troubleshooting Q&A show you the key things you need to be doing in your own garden. All workshops taught by John Taylor.

Your Garden in AutumnAutumn in the garden is much more than raking leaves, with some wonderful late-flowering plants and plenty of critical jobs to be getting on with, to set up for the winter and the following year.

Runs: October

Blue Poppy (Meconopsis) WorkshopThis one day workshop will look at cultivation and propagation techniques for successfully growing Meconopsis. Learn how and when to sow seed, divide plants and learn how we grow Meconopsis at RBGE. Taught by Alan Elliott.

Runs: June

Your Garden in WinterAll is far from quiet in the garden in winter – from propagation to preparation for the coming year, there are a great many jobs you can be doing during the winter months.

Runs: January

Your Garden in SpringAs buds are bursting and the garden reawakens, spring is one of the busiest times for the plants and the gardener. Find out how to keep on top of all this activity.

Runs: April

Your Garden in Summer With everything in full swing in the garden in summer, there are a host of jobs to do – find out how to keep your flowering plants looking their best and avoid a tired-looking garden in the height of summer.

Runs: June

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Weekly ClassesBotany for BeginnersAimed at the complete beginner and using living plants from the garden, this eight-week course investigates the identification, function and ecology of familiar plant species. Useful as a pre-course to the RHS Level 2 Certificate in Horticulture. Taught by Emily Wood.

Starts: September

Plant Identification WorkshopsFungi Identification for BeginnersAn introduction to the identification of fungi. You will be introduced to the different field characteristics of each of the families and their genera, how to apply these to identification keys, and good practice for collection. This practical one-day workshop will include a tour of the Garden to collect specimens for later identification in the classroom. Taught by Neville Kilkenny.

Runs: September

Moss Identification for Beginners Learn to identify some of the common species of mosses and liverworts through an introduction to identification using keys. The day includes a lab-based session and walk to practise some of the techniques learned. Taught by David Chamberlain.

Runs: October

Lichen IdentificationAn introduction to the fundamental features of lichens. This one-day workshop will include a lab-based session introducing the lichens, their structure and function and identification techniques and then some practice out in the Garden. Taught by Louise Olley.

Runs: February

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Did you know we do Professional Courses in Botany?Be sure to look at the webpages for more information including the study options available for each course.

n RBGE Certificate in Field Botany n MSc Biodiversity and Taxonomy of Plants www.rbge.org.uk/certpfb www.rbge.org.uk/taxonomy

Winter Tree IdentificationWinter identification of deciduous trees relies on things like the shape, colour, position and arrangement of buds. This one-day workshop is designed for complete beginners and will equip you with the skills to identify trees throughout the year. The course fee includes the cost of a copy of the Field Studies Council publication: A Guide to the Identification of Deciduous and Broad-leaved Trees and Shrubs in Winter. Taught by Max Coleman.

Runs: February

Fern IdentificationBritain has around 70 species of fern and on this one-day workshop you will learn some of the simple skills to identify the most common ones around Edinburgh. You will also learn about their life cycle and useful distinguishing features, and enjoy putting your new knowledge into practice in the Garden. Taught by Heather McHaffie.

Runs: June

Wildflower IdentificationJoin Phil Lusby for an illustrated guide to native wildflowers. The day includes a hands-on workshop to teach you some basic skills, plus a field trip for a chance to put them into practice.

Runs: June

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Did you know we do Professional Courses in Herbology?Be sure to look at the webpages for more information including the study options available for each course.

n RBGE Certificate in Herbology n RBGE Diploma in Herbology www.rbge.org.uk/certherb www.rbge.org.uk/dipherb

Weekly ClassesAmazonian Traditional Indigenous MedicineThis short course will focus on traditional medicine managed by Amazon tribes in Colombia, Peru, Brazil and Ecuador. An insight will be given into the depth of knowledge held by these groups on healing, use of ritual and medicinal plants as well as their beliefs.Runs: September

Herbs for HealingDiscover the healing properties of various plants found within the garden. Learn how to create a variety of practical herbal remedies to form the basis of your very own medicine chest. Taught by Catherine Conway-Payne.Starts: September

Natural Herbal BeautyOn this 10-week course we will explore natural beauty formulations. Experiment with the finest organically sourced ingredients, and prepare a rejuvenating collection of purely indulgent botanical preparations. Taught by Catherine Conway-Payne.Starts: January

Herbs of the HighlandsThese indigenous healing herbs are part of a truly remarkable botanical ethnomedica – one that is steeped in the oral tradition, unique unto itself. Learn all about the natural and nutritious remedies of our native Celtic Flora. Taught by Catherine Conway-Payne.Starts: April

Weekend WorkshopsHerbal First AidJoin us on this one-day practical workshop and learn how to prepare a herbal first aid box full of healing plant based remedies and how to apply them. Runs: September or March

The Confection BoxMake your own selection of seasonal herbal gifts just in time for Christmas on this one-day workshop! Include Chocolate Orange Balm, Winter Spice Oil and Mulled Wine Mix. Taught by Catherine Conway-Payne.Runs: December

Introduction to Raw Chocolate makingJoin Scott Young for an opportunity to learn how straightforward and fun it can be to make delicious organic, raw chocolate, free from sugar and dairy. Price includes Chocolate making kit and ingredients to take away and try at home! Runs: February

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Weekly ClassesGarden Design for GardenersThis ten-week garden design course has been developed in response to our students’ interests. It focuses mainly on the selection of plants for various settings and growing conditions, and explains how to create that all important year-round interest for your garden. Taught by John Taylor.

Starts: April

Weekend Workshops Drawing the Garden of your DreamsThis two-day workshop will particularly focus on the drawing skills and principles of garden design to help you create an outdoor space. We will explore elements such as height, perspective, features, materials, style etc., and employ basic drawing techniques to create a complete design for your chosen plot. Taught by RHS Gold Medallist Pip Probert.

Runs: January

Lawn ConstructionLawns are often a major component within new and existing gardens. Students will experience an outdoor practical session for the construction of a lawn from seed and turf. Successful lawns require good preparation techniques. This session will also explore drainage solutions. Taught by Colin Bell.

Runs: June

Garden Design

Did you know we have Professional Courses in Garden Design?Be sure to look at the webpage for more information on the course starting in September 2015.

RBGE Diploma in Garden Design www.rbge.org.uk/dipgd

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Weekly ClassesBeginning Botanical IllustrationThis ten-week class introduces students to techniques in botanical painting. Students will develop drawing skills, learn to use watercolours and pen and ink effectively and create work inspired by fresh material from the Garden.

Starts: September, January or April, Monday morning or evening, or Tuesday afternoon

Continuing Botanical IllustrationDesigned to help those moving on from the beginner’s courses, this course will introduce different media and more involved drawing and colour mixing with each ten-week block focusing on a different subject. The terms can be booked individually and studied in any order.

n Term 1 will consist of trying out materials and media that you may not have used before such as coloured pencil, pen and ink, and other paints, as well as varying papers and vellum.

Starts: September

n Term 2 will look at how you begin to draw something more complex, like pineapples. Starting simply, and by using measuring techniques, we will unravel the mysteries of the complex form.

Starts: January

n Term 3 focuses on colour theory: how to mix the best colour for the job and exploring colour with a limited palette. Starts: April

Intermediate Botanical IllustrationThis class helps students to consolidate and develop their skills before moving on to the more advanced RBGE illustration courses and masterclasses. Suitable for students who have completed the ten-week Beginners or Continuing Botanical Illustration classes.

Starts: September, January or April

Botanical Illustration – Intermediate to Advanced This weekly session offers a space for artists of all levels (who have completed the beginners class) to work at their own pace while taking advantage of RBGE’s plant collections, facilities and the expertise of the class tutors.

Starts: September, January or April

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Pen & InkClaire Banks

Pen and ink can be a powerful and expressive way to record plants. We can create beautiful ink drawings whilst capturing form, perspective, texture and fine detail. Through this course we will enjoy analysing the botanical aspects and exploring the variety of line and coloured tonal possibilities for completed studies.

Starts: September Level: Intermediate +

Thorns, Prickles and SpinesLizzie Sanders

Master dry brush technique by painting all things spikey - from rose prickles to cacti with a thousand spines. Lizzie Sanders will show you how to make precise and sharp images using tiny brushes and almost no water. Different specimens will be provided each week and Lizzie will demonstrate how to achieve fine, detailed images.

Starts: November Level: Intermediate +

Perfect PineapplesSharon Tingey

Once the epitome of exotic indulgence and now available in every supermarket, the pineapple has had an interesting and varied journey to the modern dinner plate. Learn the history of the pineapple, and unravel the mysteries of drawing and painting these complex fruits on this intense five-week course.

Starts: January Level: Intermediate +

CamelliasJanis Bain

Camellias are popular Spring-flowering plants and their bright flowers and strong glossy evergreen leaves bring an early dash of colour to the garden. Learn to draw and paint these wonderful plants in season, along with a look at their history and cultivation in the garden.

Starts: February Level: Intermediate +

Amazing TreesSarah Roberts

Over 5 weeks we will explore the collection of extraordinary trees at RBGE by drawing and painting many of the characterful features of the wonderful specimens here in the Garden.

Starts: April Level: Intermediate +

Bright Country GardenClare Robinson

Indulge in the glorious colours, details and richness of the flowers that evoke feelings of a glowing summer country garden: roses, peonies, sweet peas lavender, and honeysuckle. Learn to use a loose style watercolour technique to depict and enhance the sensual forms of these classic garden flowers during this intense 5-week course.

Starts: May Level: Intermediate +

Botanical Artistry – Skills and TechniquesThis is a great series of five-week classes each focusing on a particular technique of botanical illustration. Each unit can be studied on its own, for interest, but the structured approach also provides an ideal stepping stone for those considering the RBGE Certificate or Diploma in Botanical Illustration.

Photo: Brenda White.

Photo: Clare Robinson.

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Weekend WorkshopsPainting the Plants of ChileDuring these two days we will take a journey to explore the secret beauty of plants from Chile. This will be an exceptional opportunity to examine the fine details of leaves, flowers, fruits and seeds in their autumnal glory. For intermediate to advanced painters. Taught by Gülnur Ek i.

Runs: October

Drawing Dried Seed PodsUsing graphite and/or charcoal this workshop will explore expressive observational drawing techniques in the study of dried seed heads both large and small such as cardoon, lotus pods and poppy . Suitable for all levels. Taught by Nicola Williams.

Runs: January

Understanding ToneAn intensive two day course exploring the world of tone using the wonderful medium of watercolour. You will have the opportunity to capture the interplay of light as it reveals complexities of form, texture and colour on a variety of seasonal plant forms. Suitable for beginner to intermediate and advanced artists. Taught by Robert McNeill SBA.

Runs: June

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Drawing Chilean Rainforest GladeSarah Simblet

An exploration of the beauty and diversity of the Chilean conifer species growing at RBGE. This two day course uses dip pen, ink and a sketch book to explore the architectural form and botanical detail of a diverse range of conifers. Sarah will discuss and demonstrate ways of drawing whole trees together with their stems leaves and cones and she will also share some of her own drawings and sketchbooks.

Runs: November

Creating Vibrant Colours and Tactile Textures Ann Swan

A two-day intensive colour pencil masterclass with Ann Swan learning how to create strong vivid colours and tackle tricky textures taking inspiration from the current exhibition of Chilean Plants and focussing, wherever possible, on plant material of Chilean origin.

Runs: January

Leaves Up CloseRachel Pedder-Smith

This workshop will focus on the Illustration of leaves, looking the structure of leaves, how to paint pale and dark veins and also capture the many different surface textures of leaves. Rachel will also talk about her work, recent pieces and her PhD project. For this project Rachel illustrated one specimen from every flowering plant family using herbarium specimens from the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew.

Runs: May

Did you know we do Professional Courses in Botanical Illustration?Be sure to look at the webpages for more information including the study options available for each course.

n RBGE Certificate in Botanical Illustration n RBGE Diploma in Botanical Illustration www.rbge.org.uk/certbi www.rbge.org.uk/dipbi

Botanical Art Masterclass SeriesThis series of two-day masterclasses gives students a chance to work with acclaimed and award-winning botanical artists from across to the country. Suitable for students from intermediate to advanced level.

Photo: Ann Swan.

Photo: Rachel Pedder-Smith.

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Weekend WorkshopsWonders from Willow WithiesWhether you are a willow beginner or have used willow before and want to develop your skills, this workshop will teach the basic techniques of working with willow withies, leading to weaving a conical plant climber or creating a sculpture from nature: bird, animal, plant- only limited by your imagination- and time. Taught by Ginger Franklin.

Runs: October

Calligraphy WorkshopFinish off your botanical painting with a beautiful handwritten title. Learn the basics of Modern Italic Script on this one-day workshop with calligrapher Michael Ashley.

Runs: May

Natural DyeingNatural plant dyes produce an amazing diversity of rich and complex colours as well as unexpected results. This practical workshop gives you the opportunity to “dabble in dyes” and build up a selection of samples of both yarns and fibres. You will learn about the plants and processes to use, enjoy experimenting and discover how to produce the “Colours of Scotland”. Taught by Ann Ross.

Runs: May

Introduction to TapestryA beginners hands-on weekend workshop concentrating on basic tapestry weaving skills that lays a foundation for future study. Various tapestry techniques will be explored and a sampler produced. All materials included. Taught by Linda Green.

Runs: November

Making Christmas Wreaths and Table DecorationsOn this one-day workshop you will make your own beautiful wreath to decorate your front door and a lovely table decoration for the centre of your Christmas table. Using beautiful conifers, holly, cones and berries from the Garden, and using a base of moss you will create unique and stunning Christmas decorations. Taught by Georgina Ankers and Kate Barnard.

Runs: December

Weave a FlowerA hands-on workshop for beginners introducing basic tapestry weaving skills to enable you to weave a flower. Based on the mille-fleurs tapestries from the Middle Ages depicting many small flowers, this course explores weaving a personal selection from the floral delights of RBGE. A small tapestry will be completed in this short time. Taught by textile artist Linda Green.

Runs: April

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Weekend WorkshopsDigital Plant Photography Workshop ILearn how to get the most out of your digital camera and discover the advantages of taking plant photographs digitally. This introductory course over two Saturdays will teach you how to use your camera for the best results. It also includes ways of presenting your images, and will include practical outdoor sessions. Taught by Liz Cole.

Runs: October, March or June

Digital Plant Photography Workshop IIA one-day advanced course, suitable for those who have attended Digital Plant Photography I or who have experience of using a high-end digital camera. The course will look at how to use the features of these cameras to get the best quality plant photograph plus using RAW files, depth of field preview, lens quality, storing images, using hand held light meters and macro photography. Taught by Liz Cole.

Runs: June

PhotographyWeekly ClassesExpressive Watercolour & Landscape Explore the techniques, and expressive joys of landscape watercolour painting. This ten-week course will use artist demonstration and individual guidance to help each student to a more confident handling of this fascinating medium. Lessons will cover techniques in the studio, but where conditions are suitable the students will have the chance to work outside in the Garden. Beginners and Intermediate to Advanced classes available. Taught by David Forster.

Starts: September, January or April

Painting with AcrylicsThis informative ten week course will guide students in the use of wonderfully versatile acrylic paints to produce delightful images of objects from nature. Taught by Helen Jackson.

Starts: September or April

Drawing for BeginnersThis ten-week practical drawing course aims to inspire confidence in the beginner by achieving the basic drawing skills relevant to both botanical illustration and a fine art practice. Taught by Helen Jackson.

Starts: September, January or April

Looking Through Their Eyes Learn to how to view Nature through the eyes of ten great artists; Manet, Fantin-Latour, Cezanne, Monet, Renoir, Bonnard, Matisse, Gaugin, van Gogh and Georgia O’Keefe. Each week we will look at the work of one artist to learn from their personal artistic interpretation of the natural world. Following this we will sketch in the Garden borrowing their unique vision to create a painting back in the studio. Taught by Helen Jackson.

Starts: April

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22 | Health & Wellbeing

Weekly Classes

Nordic WalkingNordic Walking is a specific fitness technique that enhances everyday walking with the use of poles. This adds two massive benefits to your walking, the use of poles tones the upper body muscles and abdominals as well as the legs and bottom all while burning 20% more calories than ordinary walking. Nordic walking is great for people with knee or back problems as the poles provide support for the whole body, poles are provided. Taught by Trevor Jones.

Starts: October, January or April

Trevor will offer a free Nordic Walking taster session at 12.00pm on Thursday 3 September 2015 and 31 March 2016, places are limited so booking is essential.

PilatesHelp prevent or ease your gardening back pain with this exercise class. Pilates is a form of exercise that improves posture and flexibility, helps to prevent and alleviate back pain and strengthens core muscles. Beginners to Intermediate or Intermediate to Advanced classes available. Taught by Maria Hybszer.

Starts: October, January or April

Mind MattersThe course is designed to cater for those interested in working with the mind in a structured, patient way. The benefits of being present as your life unfolds helps to appreciate the moments that make up a life and the people who populate it. To get maximum benefit from the course, participants will be given exercises to do in between sessions. Taught by Ian Tullis.

Runs: January

Weekend WorkshopsTrainings in MindfulnessThis one-day workshop is designed for those who have an interest in working with their mind in a clear and relaxed way. Emphasis will be on helping participants to relax, slow down and gain an understanding of the benefits of mindfulness and regular practice that can be incorporated into everyday life. Taught by Ian Tullis.

Runs: July, October, January or May

Sound of Good HealthCan “Sound” help keep you healthy, prevent disease, ease ailments, shift patterns? How does sound work within nature? This one-day exploration of Sound Therapy will look at the theories, plus practical time with different instruments such as singing bowls and gongs.

Runs: November

Two Feet, One Mind - A contemplative walking workshop Mindfulness based techniques to maximise the benefits of time spent in beautiful places. Held ‘on the hoof’ in the Botanics after closing time, it is suitable for absolute beginners or experienced meditators. With Roger Hyam.

Runs: April or May

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