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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.

  • 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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  • Crushed Glass and Resin Art Workshop
    Crushed Glass and Resin Art Workshop
    02 May 2026, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    02 May 2026, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    Create a stunning, luminous piece of art using crushed glass and resin in this hands-on workshop led by Nikki and John Bennett, owners of Emunah Designs.
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  • Candle Making Workshop #2
    Candle Making Workshop #2
    18 May 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    18 May 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:30 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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  • Beginner Hand Lettering and Illustrative Lettering Workshop
    Beginner Hand Lettering and Illustrative Lettering Workshop
    25 Jun 2026, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    25 Jun 2026, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
    Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA
    Curious about hand lettering but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly one-hour workshop with Laura Kenyon is exactly the right place.
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