August 20, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost: $45/ticket | $40.50/member
Step into a lush, vibrant world of color and creativity with our Tropical Watercolor Wonders class! In this hands-on session, you’ll learn to capture the beauty of tropical plants using watercolor techniques that bring bold leaves, exotic flowers, and rich greenery to life on paper.
Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this class is designed to guide you through the essentials of watercolor, from mixing vivid hues and creating delicate washes to adding detail and depth to your botanical subjects. We’ll focus on a variety of tropical plants like monstera, bird of paradise, hibiscus, and more, using reference images and live demonstrations.
Meet your instructor, Liz!
Liz Gatto is a new face at the Botanical Gardens, joining our team in April of 2023 as our Educator and Program Coordinator. Liz graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History with Museum Studies from Niagara University. She is passionate about museum education and is excited to bring her creativity to the Botanical Gardens. Prior to joining the team, Liz worked in the department of Art and Family Programs for several years at Artpark in Lewiston, NY and has interned with multiple galleries including the Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Liz is also an artist herself, her love for botany and nature shines through her personal artwork. She is very much looking forward to getting the public inspired by the gardens and offering creative workshops. In her spare time Liz enjoys drawing, painting, traveling, drinking coffee, visiting museums, and taking care of her many houseplants!
For questions about our Tropical Plants Watercolor Workshop, please contact education@buffalogardens.com.