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Film Schedule
See the schedule for films in the Freyer – Newman Center Sturm Family Auditorium. Included with admission. No reservations required.
Classes and programs are facilitated in English unless otherwise noted.
Wednesday, October 29
Evening Yoga
Thursday, October 30
Sunrise Vinyasa Yoga at the Gardens
Art at the Gardens Tour
Explore the latest art exhibitions in the Freyer – Newman Center galleries with a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Denver Botanic Gardens is
Botanically Bewitched
Bubble, bubble, soil and shovel! This spooky season, discover the roots of magic at the Gardens. Learn about the boo-tiful plant adaptations for
Botanically Bewitched
Bubble, bubble, soil and shovel! This spooky season, discover the roots of magic at the Gardens. Learn about the boo-tiful plant adaptations for
Friday, October 31
Open Studio
Need space to spread out and work outside of class time? Bring your supplies and works in progress for some uninterrupted studio time. No instructor
Botanically Bewitched
Bubble, bubble, soil and shovel! This spooky season, discover the roots of magic at the Gardens. Learn about the boo-tiful plant adaptations for
Botanically Bewitched
Bubble, bubble, soil and shovel! This spooky season, discover the roots of magic at the Gardens. Learn about the boo-tiful plant adaptations for
Saturday, November 1
Grief is a Garden: Collage and Meaning Making
In this collage-based course, participants spend time in the Gardens and in the classroom to explore how to visualize feelings, wishes and memories
Drawing in Pencil 1
Beginning with an overview of the specific elements of botanical illustration, learn the skills of careful observation for life-like drawings in
Sunday, November 2
Woodcut Relief Printmaking: Animals
Learn to create a woodcut print inspired by the exhibition Xochimilco: Works by Eduardo Robledo Romero (October 11, 2025 – March 22, 2026). Using
Paper Marbling 101
Traditional European marbling techniques produce exquisitely patterned papers. Learn the history and processes of marbling, including paper and
Art at the Gardens Tour
Explore the latest art exhibitions in the Freyer – Newman Center galleries with a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Denver Botanic Gardens is
Monday, November 3
Composition for Botanical Illustration
The difference between a pleasant picture and an amazing work of art is often the composition. This course begins with a study of how to use
Introduction to Perspective
Even experienced illustrators sometimes struggle with foreshortening and demonstrating depth. Closely observe botanical subjects that demonstrate
Tropical Trails
Escape to the tropics any time of year with a tour of the Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory. Immerse yourself in the multisensory experience
Tuesday, November 4
Sunrise Vinyasa Yoga at the Gardens
Seasonal Discoveries
No matter the time of year, botanical treasures await your discovery with these guided tours of gardens at their seasonal peaks. Experience the
Drawing With Ballpoint Pen - ONLINE
The familiar ballpoint pen is ideal for creating distinctive, unique marks and lines, both in the studio and in the field. Explore techniques to
Watercolor 2 - ONLINE
This class brings it all together for watercolor: layering, shading, brush techniques, broad washes and building form. Draw from a live specimen to