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SUMMARY:Enriching Life Retrospective: Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Enriching Life Retrospective: Opening Reception\n\n\n\nJoin us for the opening reception of Enriching Life Retrospective\, a farewell exhibition celebrating the Heeyoung Kim Botanical Art Academy at Brushwood Center. \n\n\n\nFor over a decade\, Brushwood Center has had the pleasure and privilege of being the home of the Heeyoung Kim Botanical Art Academy. Now that Heeyoung has announced that she will be moving away later this year and her classes at Brushwood are ending\, we take a moment to look back. In this exhibition\, we will see work from both Heeyoung and the other artists from her Botanical Art Academy\, and take a moment to celebrate and remember with friends. \n\n\n\nThe art of Heeyoung Kim\, world-renowned botanical artist\, instructor\, and native plant advocate\, documents native plants of Midwestern prairies and woods\, with a focus on rare and endangered species. She creates detailed portraits of each plant and its life cycle through keen observation and broad research throughout its growing seasons in natural habitats. Her paintings and drawings are distinguished with scientific accuracy\, authentic composition\, and masterful rendering of the medium. She has been building up a digital image bank with her artworks in “Project 200\,” she set a goal to paint 200 native plant species\, and other wildlife hoping her art would contribute to the public awareness about native plants and nature conservation.  \n\n\n\n\nRSVP to the opening Reception\n\n\n\n\nEnriching Life Retrospective is the 2026 Smith Nature Symposium Exhibition. \n\n\n\nBrushwood Center acknowledges support from the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/enriching-life-retrospective-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
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SUMMARY:Enriching Life Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:Enriching Life Retrospective\n\n\n\nFor over a decade\, Brushwood Center has had the pleasure and privilege of being the home of the Heeyoung Kim Botanical Art Academy. Now that Heeyoung has announced that she will be moving away later this year and her classes at Brushwood are ending\, we take a moment to look back. In this exhibition\, we will see work from both Heeyoung and the other artists from her Botanical Art Academy\, and take a moment to celebrate and remember with friends. \n\n\n\nThe art of Heeyoung Kim\, world-renowned botanical artist\, instructor\, and native plant advocate\, documents native plants of Midwestern prairies and woods\, with a focus on rare and endangered species. She creates detailed portraits of each plant and its life cycle through keen observation and broad research throughout its growing seasons in natural habitats. Her paintings and drawings are distinguished with scientific accuracy\, authentic composition\, and masterful rendering of the medium. She has been building up a digital image bank with her artworks in “Project 200\,” she set a goal to paint 200 native plant species\, and other wildlife hoping her art would contribute to the public awareness about native plants and nature conservation.  \n\n\n\nPlease note: Brushwood Center will be closed for private events on October 10\, 12 & 17\, and the exhibition will not be open on those dates.
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/enriching-life-retrospective/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
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SUMMARY:BASE: Create & Sip - Decoupage Vases
DESCRIPTION:BASE: Create & Sip – Decoupage Vases\n\n\n\nCreate & Sip is a monthly workshop where participants can explore fun projects using supplies and tools from the Brushwood Art Supply Exchange\, BASE. It’s an opportunity to get creative\, try something new\, and enjoy the company of fellow art enthusiasts in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. \n\n\n\nEveryone’s project will be unique\, and creativity is highly encouraged. We will have a variety of materials available to use for your project\, but if you have something of your own you would like to bring and try to incorporate into your artwork\, you are welcome to bring it! \n\n\n\nThis month\, we will be using assorted fabrics from BASE to cut\, layer and glue patterns onto the outside of plain glass vases. The fabric will then be sealed with Modge Podge\, resulting in a unique and functional vase to call your own! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNo experience necessary\, all skill levels are welcome. \n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nYour favorite beverage (alcohol is allowed for those 21 +)\n\n\n\nSome snacks to enjoy as you immerse yourself in the creative process\n\n\n\nYour friends (make sure they register!)\n\n\n\nAny extra supplies you want to incorporate into your project (Optional! We have lots of supplies!)\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Director of Public Programs and Music\, Parker Nelson at pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org \n\n\n\n\nregister
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/base-create-sip-decoupage-vases/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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SUMMARY:BASE: Create & Sip - Shadowbox Collages
DESCRIPTION:BASE: Create & Sip – Shadowbox Collages\n\n\n\nCreate & Sip is a monthly workshop where participants can explore fun projects using supplies and tools from the Brushwood Art Supply Exchange\, BASE. It’s an opportunity to get creative\, try something new\, and enjoy the company of fellow art enthusiasts in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. \n\n\n\nEveryone’s project will be unique\, and creativity is highly encouraged. We will have a variety of materials available to use for your project\, but if you have something of your own you would like to bring and try to incorporate into your artwork\, you are welcome to bring it! \n\n\n\nNo experience necessary\, all skill levels are welcome. \n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nYour favorite beverage (alcohol is allowed for those 21 +)\n\n\n\nSome snacks to enjoy as you immerse yourself in the creative process\n\n\n\nYour friends (make sure they register!)\n\n\n\nAny extra supplies you want to incorporate into your project (Optional! We have lots of supplies!)\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Director of Public Programs and Music\, Parker Nelson at pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org \n\n\n\n\nregister
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/base-create-sip-shadowbox-collages/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
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