Workshops

At Pollen and Stone we take our philosophy seriously, we are interested in connecting people with the natural world in more ways than just building the garden of your dreams. We offer various workshops to enliven the spirit, inspire your creativity, and to just have fun. Below are a list of workshops we’ve led in the past. We are currently looking for new locations to host our classes, if you would be interested in hosting a workshop at your home or business please get in touch.

Dreaming Your Garden

This half day workshop is all about inspiration. As a group we’ll go through some basics of garden planning and design then we’ll spend a few hours going through some creative exercises to help you to focus your ideas and dreams.

A World of Sauces

Take a few hours and learn how to make a few sauces and salsas that center on vegetables that you can grow on your own.

Introduction to Nature Journaling

Life in Denver is a contrast, the mountains are always in view reminding us, but often city life takes precedence. Getting out and up (in elevation) isn’t always a a priority or possible. Still the need for nature in all our lives is an important part of being human. Learn about the practice of nature journaling, and how nature is all around us. Whether you are planning on running off to the hills or just looking out your window, finding ways to connect with the natural world as a daily practice is a wonderful way to bring more calm and beauty into your life. No drawing experience necessary.

Art for Nature Journaling

Starting to draw again after years can be intimidating, the blank page of a sketchbook can start to feel intimidating. This class will teach and review some basic drawing skills that will help participants with sketching and journaling. We will go through perspective, shading, texture, and contour line drawing. We will also talk about color theory.

Starting a Daily Art Journal Practice

Too often with journaling people get excited then overwhelmed. Sketchbooks sit lonely on desks and shelves. In this workshop we talk about the sorts of journaling that’s out there. How to set intentions, play with different supplies. Then we’ll do a few exercises to get you started.

Make Your Own Foot Scrubs

Once again we’re getting inspired for growing. This time we’ll use herbs and flowers that you can grow here to make and try our own foot scrubs. We’ll all go home happy toes and our own jars of scrub. If you were looking to host a workshop in your home with friends this one works well.

River Journaling

We will head up into the mountains for this day long romp along a river. We’ll use all of our senses, and play with colors and textures. Enjoy a creative escape from Denver!