garden on a plate workshop

This time of autumn is a quiet time of turning inward, of putting gardens to rest, of a bleak beauty, but if we look closely there are still bursts of brave life waiting for a little acknowledgment. On Saturday, we had a great time poking around in the garden looking for ferns, moss, tufts of grass,and anything that caught our eye. Michelle, our plant expert told us lots of interesting info on what would grow indoors. She also brought cones, mosses, a wasp nest and a whole collection of cool stuff. After digging around outdoors, we came into the studio to compose our gardens in all manner of odds and ends of plates, bowls, planters, cups, and whatever was lying around.Everyone had a good time and went home with at least one garden on a plate.

indoor gardens

Autumn is glorious, but I always have a few regrets at leaving the garden. This week I have been bringing bits in to make minis in old pots. It is so much fun that I want to share this pleasure with all interested. There will be a workshop Saturday October 16, $25 for a pot, $25 for the workshop. If you are interested, reserve a spot, my studio is tiny.

beautiful autumn days in Val David

We have been having a string of rainy, misty days , so beautiful in the woods. With the colored leaves the light is golden, there is a softness around all the edges. Wednesday mornings I go drawing in the woods, here are a few of my favorite spots to draw at.