Where:
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
11 French Drive
Boylston, Massachusetts 01505
Admission:
$110-132
Categories:
Art, Classes, Nature
Event website:
https://purchase.nebg.org/PatronEducation.aspx?pid=15258&cal=
Step into the flames literally and explore the full creative process behind dramatic botanical prints. In this immersive, full-day workshop, lean to safely scorch your own wood tree plate using fire, carve into the charred surface and hand-print bold, layered works of art.
Meet Your Instructor: Alyson Prokop
With over a decade of experience in botanical research, education, and garden management, Alyson brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to NEBG and the Education Team.
In her role as Manager of Adult Education, Alyson is passionate about advancing plant sciences learning and biodiversity through inclusive initiatives at botanical gardens. Her dedication to promoting botanical education is evident in her previous work at Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, where she coordinated workshops, tours, and community programming with a strong focus on food security issues.
Alyson's background includes formal training in plant sciences and economic botany, holding a BSc in Plant Biology and graduate studies for a MSc in Plant Pathology from the University of Guelph. Her career path has led her to managerial and curatorial roles, particularly in collections management and education.
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