Chicago Botanic Garden

This interactive watercolor painting course offers participants the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of English watercolor techniques. Participants learn how to create washes, drybrush, opaque layering, and other marketable painting approaches through demonstrations and hands-on practice. Upon completion, students will be able to create watercolor paintings with confidence.

This digital photography course will help participants improve their ability to take quality photographs and understand industry concepts. Through hands-on experiences, learners will gain knowledge about camera settings and techniques used to capture stunning images. They will also explore the most recent editing tools, color correction, advanced features, and other key skills.

This two-hour course teaches participants the fundamentals of digital photography, from basic composition to how to leverage the power of an iPhone's camera. Participants will learn how to take and edit photos to create professional-looking images. Techniques for enhancing color, depth and focus through mobile editing are also included.

This advanced photography portfolio workshop is aimed at experienced photographers in the Chicago area. Participants will learn the fundamentals of how to create a compelling portfolio, how to select the right images, and how to properly showcase their work. The workshop also covers techniques for customizing portfolios to target specific audiences.

This beginner photography workshop will teach the basics of using a camera, including shutter speeds and apertures, how exposure works, and how to take great shots. Through hands-on activities, participants will apply their knowledge to take better photos and learn how to shoot in manual mode, explore composition, and understand photo editing.

This workshop is perfect for aspiring jewelry makers looking to learn the basics. During the class, students will go over essential techniques with a focus on working with different materials, tools, and techniques to create statement pieces. In addition, helpful tips and tricks for jewelry makers of all levels will be taught.

Join a culinary demonstration in Chicago and learn to prepare a four-course meal that can be cooked and enjoyed outdoors. Discover techniques to make foods easily transportable and delicious for al fresco dining, whether it be on a warm summer evening or a cozy night around the fire. Gain the knowledge and confidence to create memorable meals in the great outdoors.

This two-hour cooking class offers participants the chance to learn fundamental seasoning and cooking techniques. Participants can expect to gain an understanding of the chefs' kitchen secrets and gain practical tips for shared and solo cooking. Through hands-on practice, they will learn how to create delicious meals with flavor combinations that balance each other perfectly.

This summer sides and demo cooking course in Chicago provides participants with the opportunity to learn and practice a variety of cooking techniques. Through hands-on, interactive instruction, attendees will explore how to prepare and present an array of delicious side dishes perfect for summer. This course is suitable for novice cooks to experienced chefs.

In this demonstration cooking class, participants will learn to master wild mushrooms. They will also learn valuable culinary techniques for preparing various kinds of wild mushrooms. Through this hands-on class, participants will understand the nuances of shopping, prepping, and cooking with wild mushrooms.