Daily Archives: August 20, 2023


Friday, September 8, 10:30 am – 1:00 pm – Botanical Prints with Gelli Plates

Create beautiful, original monotype artwork with the Gelli Plate Printing method. No experience necessary. Learn simple techniques to create beautiful nature prints without a press. Explore using flowers, leaves, and other natural elements to make unique impressions and explore additional techniques such as layering, stenciling, and masking. Once prints have dried, enhance prints with drawing, collages, and other media. The possibilities are endless with this fun and simple printmaking method.

In this playful workshop you will:

  • Learn the basics of Gelli Plate Printing.
  • Techniques to enhance the artwork will be introduced.
  • Leave with several pieces of artwork/papers to be used in endless creative ways!

Instructor: Linda Snay

Linda Snay was born in Connecticut and has always been drawn to the world of art.  She discovered watercolors at a young age and was encouraged by art teachers.  She studied art in college and went on to graduate from Eastern Connecticut State University with a BA, double major in Studio Art and Art History.  After moving to Massachusetts, her career led to positions in education in museums and art centers, and she is currently a teaching artist leading engaging art classes for both children and adults.  She works in various media, including watercolor, acrylic, oil, and pastel.  She is a member of Arts Worcester and participates regularly in exhibitions in Central MA.

This class is sponsored by New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill on September 8 from 10:30 – 1. $50 Member Adult; $65 Adult (includes admission to the Garden) Register HERE.


Saturdays, September 9, 16, & 23, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Plant Systemics, Online

This Native Plant Trust online three part program builds on your cumulative vocabulary, knowledge, and skills in plant identification and classification based on vegetative and reproductive structures. This program builds on your cumulative vocabulary, knowledge, and skills in plant identification and classification based on vegetative and reproductive structures. From there, we delve into the breadth and complexity of plant identification. We will discuss hybridization and phylogeny to develop a deeper appreciation for the role of evolutionary history in understanding organismal relationships. The three session program will be held online September 9, 16, & 23 from 1 – 4. $108 for NPT members, $132 for nonmembers. Register at www.nativeplanttrust.org Dr. Jessamine Finch (below) is the instructor. Please note: NPT does not make video or audio recordings of classes or programs available after the fact, because they believe education is interactive, with instructors and students building a community and culture of learning. Some programs may be recorded strictly for instructor-training purposes.