Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden

Professional Programs

PHOTO: Louise in field PHOTO: student studying trees PHOTO: students in the lab

The Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden is dedicated to providing quality educational programs for the adult learner. The school is very pleased to continue to expand the professional development opportunities for green industry and conservation professionals with our newest programs for professionals working to improve outdoor spaces at healthcare facilities.

Programs for Professionals

Pruning for Professionals

This course is designed as a comprehensive review of basic pruning practices for landscape professionals. The afternoon session consists of demonstrations "in the field" that illustrate the techniques discussed during the morning session. There will also be a review of pruning tools and equipment care. Please dress for the weather, as the afternoon will be spent outdoors. Lunch is on your own. The School's CEUs=0.3

Tom Tiddens, Plant Health Care Supervisor and Certified Arborist;
Chris Yooning, Plant Health Care Specialist; and
Thomas Fritz, Plant Health Care Specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden
Thurs., Nov. 19, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Annex 2
PRO2033 $69/$87

Magic Marker Presentation Techniques

Come learn the expressive power of an old friend, the Magic Marker. No real magic here — just proven graphic skills to create the feeling and excitement of a landscape plan. Quick, bold, and seductive, these techniques will help you accentuate, classify, and clarify any black-and-white drawing. This class will demonstrate how markers can come to your rescue as you portray the subtleties of light and texture. In fact, learning to design in color will add emotion, clarity, and delight to your overall creative process. A supply list will be sent. Lunch is on your own.

R. Thomas Selinger, Director of Design, Hursthouse, Inc.
4 Mon., Nov. 23 – Dec. 14, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Design Studio
PRO2053 $159/$199

Botánica en Español

Alguna vez se ha preguntado por qué debe de tener cuidado y no lastimar la corteza de los árboles? Cómo llega el agua desde el suelo hasta las hojas? Cómo puedo yo identificar árboles en condiciones de invierno o de verano? Venga y disfrute con nosotros el maravilloso mundo de la Botánica para dar respuesta a estas y otras interesantes interrogantes. En esta clase exploraremos temas como la importancia de las plantas en nuestras vidas, la clasificación y morfología vegetal; además tópicos específicos como polinización, dispersión de semillas y mecanismos de defensa contra hervíboros.

Have you ever wondered why you need to be careful when pruning trees? Pondered how water travels from the soil up to the leaves? Puzzled over how to identify trees in winter and summer condition? Come join us as we enjoy the wonderful world of botany and learn the answers to these questions and more! We will explore subjects such as the importance of plants to our lives, plant taxonomy, and plant morphology. We also will discuss pollination biology, seed and fruit dispersal, and plant defense against herbivory.

Moshe Pinargote, Horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden
8 Wed., Jan. 13 – Mar. 3, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Plant Science Lab
PRO2011 $249/$312

Freehand Sketching for Landscape Designers and Architects

Learn practical tricks and tips for capturing your ideas using freehand design and thumbnail sketches. Freehand sketches are a great way to test your design ideas and converse with clients and other designers through the common language of drawing. This class is for those who wish to tune up existing skills, who have little experience, or who lack confidence in freehand drawing. Join Stephen Marzahl for a relaxed and enjoyable morning of freehand sketching. A very short supply list will be sent.

Stephen W. Marzahl, ASLA, Landscape Architect,
Creative Environments Group, Ltd.
Fri., Jan. 15, 9 a.m. – noon
Linnaeus Room
PRO2043 $39/$49

Business Basics

The good news is — you are a business owner. The bad news is — you are a business owner. This workshop promises to provide practical information you can put to use immediately in running your green industry Design / Construction firm. Attendees will find this workshop loaded with great information covering many topics that are applicable to your day-to-day business activities. This workshop will be held in a relaxed question-andanswer forum.

Stephen W. Marzahl, ASLA, Landscape Architect,
Creative Environments Group, Ltd.
Fri., Feb. 19, 9 a.m – 3 p.m.
Linnaeus Room
PRO2063 $79/$99

Awaken the Artist Within You

Stephen Marzahl invites you to join him as he talks about the artist within each of us. As a designer, Stephen is aware of the need to be in touch with and call on creativity to summon the artist within. Some may feel they are not creative or not creative enough. Stephen disagrees. This talk will include pragmatic tips on tapping into, nourishing, and protecting the creative you.

Stephen W. Marzahl, ASLA, Landscape Architect,
Creative Environments Group, Ltd.
Sat., Mar. 6, 9 a.m. – noon
Plant Science Center, Seminar Suite 109
PRO2053 $39/$49

Insects of Trees and Shrubs

Learn detailed information about the fascinating insects and mites that inhabit the trees, shrubs, and flowers of the landscape. You'll see photos of the various stages of species development, hear about their life histories, and find out whether cultural, biological, or chemical controls might be needed. To get that closer view, attendees will have a chance to use a dissecting microscope. Lunch is on your own.

Jim Appleby, Associate Professor, University of Illinois
Fri., Mar. 12, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
PRO2021 $79/$99

Perspective Drawing for Designers

Come discover a sketching process that's a quick and effective tool for designers. You'll be introduced and exposed to various fast-sketching techniques that are perfect for charrettes and client meetings. Then you'll move into more advanced and refined techniques to broaden your range of applications. We will also discuss and demonstrate graphic software integration to complement the sketching techniques. Students will receive a materials list prior to the workshop. Note: software discussed is for lecture purposes only and will not be discussed in great detail. Lunch is on your own.

Gary W. Lehman, RLA, ASLA, G Studio
Fri., Mar. 19, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Linnaeus Room
PRO2031 $99/$124

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

To check whether your class choice has been filled or canceled, please phone the registration service at (847) 835-8261 and press 2 after the greeting, or check the class schedule online.

Preregistration is required. You may register online, by phone, by fax or by mail. Payment at the time of registration is mandatory with check or credit card. Checks should be payable to the Chicago Botanic Garden. No purchase orders will be accepted.

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Fax registration form with payment by credit card to the Education Registrar at (847) 835-6874. Phone the registration service at (847) 835-8261 and press 1 after the greeting. Payment with credit card is required.