Making Good in the Neighborhood

679 Riverside Dr,New York NY 10031

23 June, 2022

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THURSDAYS 5-6PMMaking Good in the NeighborhoodJoin us for this workshop series led by local artists, crafters and makers, sharing their knowledge and expertise with our community. From creating plant-based dyes, to nature photography, botanical painting and more! No experience or supplies necessary. This class is for adults. Upcoming workshops:THURSDAY APRIL 14 AND 21 Botanical PrintsIn this workshop we will explore making colorful prints from real plants with the use of a gel plate. In this unique form of printmaking we will learn techniques such as layering color and use of negative and positive space to create eye-catching one of a kind prints. No previous print making experience necessary - this art form is fun and easy for everyone! Led by local Harlem artist, Tom Tarulli. THURSDAY APRIL 28Nature PhotographyLocal photographer, Karen Tweedy-Holmes, will lead this work shop discussing helpful tips and tricks for capturing the beauty of the natural world around us, utilizing the technology available to us. How can we capture in a photo those fleeting moments we see in nature, with fast moving birds, insects and animals, moving light, and more? Karen will speak from her many years of experience and display a number of her photos of the flora and fauna of our city and beyond. THURSDAY MAY 5, 12, AND 19Botanical drawing Kraig Blue, an artist with West Harlem Art fund will be leading this series of workshops in botanical drawing. The greenhouse plants and the spring pollinator garden will both serve as our muse! Check back here for additional details about upcoming classes! Questions? Email, call or text [email protected] - 917 902 3940Our programs are made possible by the generous support of Burpee Foundation, City Parks Foundation (Green Relief Fund), Consolidated Edison of New York Incorporated, Catskill Watershed Corporation, Charles A. Frueauff Foundation, Farm Credit East, Gottesman Fund, Hyde and Watson Foundation, Joseph & Laura Wortman Foundation, Reed Foundation, Tiger Baron Foundation, West Harlem Development Corporation, Hearst Foundation, as well as the New York City Council, allocation from City Council District 7 and City Council District 9.