Botanical Art in Graphite and Watercolor

Spend a quiet morning capturing the striking architectural features of the new West Conservatory—from its asymmetrical peaks to its fountains, canals, and islands of Mediterranean-inspired gardens.

Learn how to apply dramatic lighting to an orchid from Longwood’s collection while shooting in a low-light environment.

Whether you’re a beginner artist or looking to add to your portfolio, sharpen your observation skills during this insightful class. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

Grow your photography practice at Longwood with this course designed for beginner and intermediate photographers.

Bring your own, already-established botanical sketchbook and add to your art using new techniques, interesting drawing materials, and unique approaches—all while being led by a professional artist.

Capture the contrasts, unique shapes, and crisp lines of the incredible flowers found throughout the Longwood Conservatory District.

As we celebrate the opening of the new West Conservatory, spend an afternoon engaging in urban sketching, or sketching life “on location” rather than from reference material.

Enjoy exclusive Gardens access during a four-hour, in-person painting experience with your watercolors, easel, and tools.

Enjoy exclusive access to the Gardens just after dawn and capture the ephemeral beauty of these blooms.

Join us at the Centered Clay Studio in Kennett Square to create your own one-of-a-kind ceramic bonsai pot. 

Learn the fundamentals of portrait photography by experimenting with lighting, posing, and beautiful botanical scenery.