2021:
Elements of the Japanese Garden
April 10, 10-12:00, Nicki will be returning to the UVM Horticulture Farm with a program reviewing and building upon principles in The Art of Sukiya Living (below), including elements used in a garden to create the uniquely identifiable style of a Japanese Garden.
2018:
The Art of Sukiya Living
As part of the Friends of the Horticulture Farm events lineup for this spring, I will be presenting "The Art of Sukiya Living" on April 14, 2018. Please visit https://www.friendsofthehortfarm.org/products-and-events/japanese-garden-design for further information and to register.
Abstract of Presentation:
Japanese gardens are highly-refined, creative interpretations of our environment. On their own, they are beautiful. In the context of a Sukiya Living Environment, the same beautiful Japanese garden additionally evokes emotion, conveys a sense of place, promotes well-being, and becomes inspiring.
Nicki’s presentation begins with discussion of Japanese garden design principles, illustrated in both public gardens and humble settings. Next, we will explore the concept of a Sukiya Living Environment (SLE), which includes the Japanese garden and its relationship with the home or main-use structures, plus the immediate surrounding environment. Parameters such as human use, material choices, and long-term care are important facets of the paradigm to be discussed.
The lessons one can learn from studying Japanese gardens and sukiya living principles are very human-centric at their core. Nicki wishes to instill confidence to enhance one’s own garden environment, regardless of your gardening style or experience level, with inspiration from Japanese gardens.
2017:
Spring Pruning Workshop
Where: Peru Community Church, at the corner of Elm and Pleasant St.
When: Saturday, May 21 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Suggested Donation: $20.00, proceeds to benefit PCC Capital Improvement Campaign
What to bring: Any pruning tools you may own. We will discuss the variety of tools available on the market and their appropriate uses. Please bring water and dress for the weather, we will be outside the entire workshop.
This will be a hands-on class, working on the plant materials around the Fellowship Center. I recommend gloves, pants, and long sleeves (I like safety glasses, too) as some plants can be irritating. Class size limited to 10 participants.
Hosted by: Nicki LaPlante
Please call (518) 420-9908 or email Nicole@landartfinegardening.com for registration/information.
Elements of the Japanese Garden
April 10, 10-12:00, Nicki will be returning to the UVM Horticulture Farm with a program reviewing and building upon principles in The Art of Sukiya Living (below), including elements used in a garden to create the uniquely identifiable style of a Japanese Garden.
2018:
The Art of Sukiya Living
As part of the Friends of the Horticulture Farm events lineup for this spring, I will be presenting "The Art of Sukiya Living" on April 14, 2018. Please visit https://www.friendsofthehortfarm.org/products-and-events/japanese-garden-design for further information and to register.
Abstract of Presentation:
Japanese gardens are highly-refined, creative interpretations of our environment. On their own, they are beautiful. In the context of a Sukiya Living Environment, the same beautiful Japanese garden additionally evokes emotion, conveys a sense of place, promotes well-being, and becomes inspiring.
Nicki’s presentation begins with discussion of Japanese garden design principles, illustrated in both public gardens and humble settings. Next, we will explore the concept of a Sukiya Living Environment (SLE), which includes the Japanese garden and its relationship with the home or main-use structures, plus the immediate surrounding environment. Parameters such as human use, material choices, and long-term care are important facets of the paradigm to be discussed.
The lessons one can learn from studying Japanese gardens and sukiya living principles are very human-centric at their core. Nicki wishes to instill confidence to enhance one’s own garden environment, regardless of your gardening style or experience level, with inspiration from Japanese gardens.
2017:
Spring Pruning Workshop
Where: Peru Community Church, at the corner of Elm and Pleasant St.
When: Saturday, May 21 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Suggested Donation: $20.00, proceeds to benefit PCC Capital Improvement Campaign
What to bring: Any pruning tools you may own. We will discuss the variety of tools available on the market and their appropriate uses. Please bring water and dress for the weather, we will be outside the entire workshop.
This will be a hands-on class, working on the plant materials around the Fellowship Center. I recommend gloves, pants, and long sleeves (I like safety glasses, too) as some plants can be irritating. Class size limited to 10 participants.
Hosted by: Nicki LaPlante
Please call (518) 420-9908 or email Nicole@landartfinegardening.com for registration/information.