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Art in the Garden

Art and Photo Classes

Embrace the beauty of nature and unleash your creativity through our diverse range of adult art classes, set against the serene backdrop of our botanical garden.
 

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, our workshops are designed to inspire and nurture your artistic journey.

  • SOLD OUT! Beginner Watercolor Workshop with Nancy McKinnon
    SOLD OUT! Beginner Watercolor Workshop with Nancy McKinnon
    16 Mar 2026, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    16 Mar 2026, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    New to watercolor or looking for a refresher? Join us at Rotary Botanical Gardens for a beginner watercolor workshop led by local artist and instructor Nancy McKinnon. This hands-on class covers basic materials and techniques and is a great introduction for anyone interested in watercolor painting.
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  • SOLD OUT Candle Making Workshop
    SOLD OUT Candle Making Workshop
    18 Mar 2026, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    18 Mar 2026, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    Discover how simple ingredients turn into a beautiful custom candle. Using pure beeswax, you will learn how to properly melt wax, blend colors, make your own wick, prepare the mold, and pour an organic, nontoxic candle creation.
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  • Watercolor Landscape Workshop
    Watercolor Landscape Workshop
    24 Mar 2026, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    24 Mar 2026, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    Join us at Rotary Botanical Gardens for this Watercolor Landscape workshop led by Janesville artist Nancy McKinnon.
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  • Needle Felted Nest Workshop
    Needle Felted Nest Workshop
    02 Apr 2026, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    02 Apr 2026, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    Craft your own one-of-a-kind wool nest in this beginner-friendly needle felting workshop led by artist Joellyn Richgels. Using a variety of natural wools, colors, and textures, you'll learn the basics of needle felting while creating a beautiful, nature-inspired piece to take home.
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  • White Flower in Watercolor Workshop
    White Flower in Watercolor Workshop
    29 Apr 2026, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    29 Apr 2026, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    Join us at Rotary Botanical Gardens for a White Flower in Watercolor Workshop led by Janesville artist Nancy McKinnon. Nancy is an experienced instructor who has chaired the Wisconsin Regional Artist Association and is an active member of the Janesville Art League.
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