Check back often - workshops and presentations are regularly being added.
VIRTUAL LEARNING SERIES
Presentations and workshops will cover a wide variety of topics ranging from
the arboretum and nature to culture and history to arts and crafts, and more...
The Virtual Learning Series serves to educate, explore, share research, provide commentary, and discuss topics of interest.
Sessions are open to all and always free.
the arboretum and nature to culture and history to arts and crafts, and more...
The Virtual Learning Series serves to educate, explore, share research, provide commentary, and discuss topics of interest.
Sessions are open to all and always free.
Registration closes at 4:00pm on the day of the presentation.
Wildlife Wakes Up! - Monday, March 15th
Location: Zoom video conferencing
Date: Monday, March 15, 2021
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST
Cost: No Charge - open to the public - appropriate for all ages
The springtime weather in Northern Nevada wakes up the wildlife: (mountain) lions and bobcats and bears... Oh, my! Join us for this session - we'll be discussing traits, behaviors, and fun facts about these and other wonderful animals that live in our region.
After the presentation, if you would like to join in, we'll be using a few basic supplies to try our hands at drawing bears! Whether or not you consider yourself an artist, you're invited to join in the fun of drawing an easy, basic bear in the style of your choosing: realistic, cartoonish, and even of the semi-"stick figure" variety.
**Only if you plan to join in the drawing activity after the session, have the following materials available. Nothing fancy--just whatever you have on hand.
Paper
Pencil(s)
Date: Monday, March 15, 2021
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST
Cost: No Charge - open to the public - appropriate for all ages
The springtime weather in Northern Nevada wakes up the wildlife: (mountain) lions and bobcats and bears... Oh, my! Join us for this session - we'll be discussing traits, behaviors, and fun facts about these and other wonderful animals that live in our region.
After the presentation, if you would like to join in, we'll be using a few basic supplies to try our hands at drawing bears! Whether or not you consider yourself an artist, you're invited to join in the fun of drawing an easy, basic bear in the style of your choosing: realistic, cartoonish, and even of the semi-"stick figure" variety.
**Only if you plan to join in the drawing activity after the session, have the following materials available. Nothing fancy--just whatever you have on hand.
Paper
Pencil(s)
About the Presenter: Laura Robertson is a musician and local artist whose work often incorporates nature, wildlife, and upcycled household items. She is active in the community in the areas of adult education and creative pursuits, and is Senior Director of Resources for a global technology company based in Nevada. Originally from Atlanta, she graduated from Kennesaw State with a Bachelor's degree in organizational communication, and minors in cultural anthropology and language studies. Laura served on the May Arboretum Society board for two years, originated the Virtual Learning Series in Fall 2020, and remains an active Society member.
Promoting Pollinators in Your River-Friendly Landscape - Monday, March 29th
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Location: Zoom video conferencing
Date: Monday, March 29, 2021 Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST Cost: No Charge - open to the public - appropriate for all ages Have you been hearing a lot about pollinators lately? From monarchs to honey bees, these guys have been getting a lot of attention in the news. Come find out what all the “buzz” is about. In this presentation, you'll learn about the importance of pollinators, theories on why they’re in decline, and how you can promote pollinators in your river-friendly landscape. This class is sponsored by One Truckee River with funding from the Western Regional Water Commission. ~ REGISTER TO ATTEND USING THE BUTTON BELOW ~ |
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About the Presenter: Carrie Jensen is a landscape architect and environmental educator. She is a native Nevadan and has a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies with an emphasis in education from San Jose State University. In her early professional career, she worked for environmental non-profits teaching general water science and watershed pollution awareness. From there, she has gone on to pursue landscape architecture and environmental consulting. Currently, she runs her own consulting company, Urban Ecology Solutions, LLC and is an environmental education consultant for One Truckee River. In her spare time, Carrie loves gardening, reading, and riding her bike.
Filmed in Reno! Movies Made in our Own Backyard: The Sequel - Monday, April 12th
Location: Zoom video conferencing
Date: Monday, April 12, 2021
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST
Cost: No Charge - open to the public - appropriate for all ages
Pass the popcorn! The Reno area has a rich background in entertainment, and the film industry is no exception. Let's gather once again to learn about EVEN MORE MOVIES that were filmed in our area—their locations, production, and the interesting people who made them.
Date: Monday, April 12, 2021
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST
Cost: No Charge - open to the public - appropriate for all ages
Pass the popcorn! The Reno area has a rich background in entertainment, and the film industry is no exception. Let's gather once again to learn about EVEN MORE MOVIES that were filmed in our area—their locations, production, and the interesting people who made them.
Lenny Supera and Laura Robertson are local musicians and history buffs, who enjoy vintage pop culture and the movies.
Non-Visual Contour Drawing: A Flower - Monday, April 19th
Location: Zoom video conferencing
Date: Monday, April 19, 2021
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST
Cost: No Charge and open to the public - appropriate for all ages.
Non-visual Contour Drawing is a technique with both a mechanical and a spiritual component. It allows the artist to circumvent the nagging voice of the inner critic, while channeling the image directly from brain to hand. The drawings created using this process retain elements of the artist’s personal style, but permit that style to break through into new territories.
Materials needed:
Date: Monday, April 19, 2021
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST
Cost: No Charge and open to the public - appropriate for all ages.
Non-visual Contour Drawing is a technique with both a mechanical and a spiritual component. It allows the artist to circumvent the nagging voice of the inner critic, while channeling the image directly from brain to hand. The drawings created using this process retain elements of the artist’s personal style, but permit that style to break through into new territories.
Materials needed:
- At least one flower; preferably a flower with open petals (e.g., daisy), as opposed to a compact blossom such as a rose.
- A dark (black or dark blue) felt tip marker with a medium point, (not fine, not thick).
- At least four (4) different color felt tip markers are recommended, but colored pencils, pens, or pastels will work, too.
- At least three (3) sheets of 12x14 inch drawing paper, (acid-free, archival paper is excellent)
About the Presenter, Martin A. David (Mardav): “When I tell people I am an artist, the first question is usually, “What is your medium?” There is no easy answer to that query since I am convinced that there is only ONE ART from which ALL artistic expression springs. My lifelong desire has been to work in as many of the rooms in the mansion called ART as I possibly can.” Martin is a member of the May Arboretum Society Board of Directors.
Photographing Nature: Bringing the Arboretum into Focus (Part 1) - Monday, May 3rd
Location: Zoom video conferencing
Date: Monday, May 4, 2021
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST
Cost: No Charge - open to the public - appropriate for all ages
Skill Level: All levels of photography experience
Learn some basic photography skills with a focus on how to capture great shots in the May Arboretum this spring. During the presentation, you will learn some basic information on types of cameras, photographic concepts, and tips for capturing wildlife and spring blossoms in the arboretum's vibrant gardens and groves. Tips will be accompanies by sample photos. Participants are encouraged to submit their arboretum photos for a friendly critique during a follow-up session scheduled for Monday, May 17th.
Note: Participation in the follow-up session on Monday, May 17th does not preclude participation in this first session.
About the Presenter: Judy Duffy embraced photography after a fascinating trip to the Galapagos in 2010. The combination of skills required appealed to her -- geeky technical knowledge, together with the creative challenge of finding strong compositions, good light, and captivating subjects. Having recently relocated to Reno, she has reconnected with wild places, which weren’t accessible when she was busy working in Silicon Valley and raising a family. Judy is active in the Reno Photo Club (www.renophoto.org), both competing and managing their website. She is often out exploring the local trails and photographing birds. Her focus areas are bird photography, Sierra Nevada landscapes, and recently night sky landscapes. To view her work, visit Judy Duffy Photograph.
Ancient Findings of Northern Nevada - Monday, May 10th
Location: Zoom video conferencing
Date: Monday, May 10, 2021
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST
Cost: No Charge - open to the public - appropriate for all ages
Our area is known for amazing ancient findings, including some of the oldest in our state - and in North America. Join us for a spirited discussion of the communities, cultures, and creatures of yesteryear, along with ancient findings of world significance, all right here in Northern Nevada.
About the Presenter: Laura Robertson is a musician and local artist whose work often incorporates nature, wildlife, and upcycled household items. She is active in the community in the areas of adult education and creative pursuits, and is Senior Director of Resources for a global technology company based in Nevada. Originally from Atlanta, she graduated from Kennesaw State with a Bachelor's degree in organizational communication, and minors in cultural anthropology and language studies. Laura served on the May Arboretum Society board for two years, originated the Virtual Learning Series in Fall 2020, and remains an active Society member.
Photographing Nature: Bringing the Arboretum into Focus (Part 2) - Monday, May 17th
Location: Zoom video conferencing
Date: Monday, May 17, 2021
Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm PST
Cost: No Charge - open to the public - appropriate for all ages
Skill Level: All levels of photography experience
As a follow-up to the May 3rd session, participants are encouraged to apply the tips learned at the first session and create digital photos taken at the May Arboretum of wildlife and flower subjects. Participants may submit up up to two (2) photographs for a friendly and helpful critique.
Even if you weren't able to attend the first session and you have taken photographs at the arboretum, you are welcome to submit them to get helpful hints to improve your techniques.
Photos submitted should be JPEGs sized no larger than 1920 by 1080 pixels.
About the Presenter: Judy Duffy embraced photography after a fascinating trip to the Galapagos in 2010. The combination of skills required appealed to her -- geeky technical knowledge, together with the creative challenge of finding strong compositions, good light, and captivating subjects. Having recently relocated to Reno, she has reconnected with wild places, which weren’t accessible when she was busy working in Silicon Valley and raising a family. Judy is active in the Reno Photo Club (www.renophoto.org), both competing and managing their website. She is often out exploring the local trails and photographing birds. Her focus areas are bird photography, Sierra Nevada landscapes, and recently night sky landscapes. To view her work, visit Judy Duffy Photograph.
