Description
Join renowned flower preservationist and artist Debz Eagle for two inspiring workshops in flower pressing and botanical art.
Sunday 23 March 10am – 12pm & Sunday 4 May 10am – 1pm
The Kiosk, Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Choose from Pressed Flowers ~ or ~ Pressed Flower Art Workshop
Pressed Flower Workshop
Sunday 23 March 10am – 12pm
$60 ($80 Non-Members)
May your blooms last forever!
Step into the captivating world of pressing flowers with the expert guidance of Debz Eagle, a well known flower preservationist. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to expert floral artists. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your flower pressing skills, this hands-on experience promises to guide you on your floral pressing journey.
Botanical Exploration: Discover botanicals perfect for pressing and some unusual ones that you might not have thought of. Learn ways to preserve different kinds of flowers and how we can use them in art and craft items.
Materials Supplied: Each participant will be supplied with fresh flowers and leaves to press, a small traditional press to take home and an information booklet.
Workshop Highlights: ∞ 2 hours of hands-on instruction with Debz Eagle ∞ Explore traditional and modern ways to press flowers for art and craft projects ∞ All necessary materials provided
Pressed Flower Art Workshop
Sunday 4 May 10am – 1pm
$60 ($80 Non-Members)
Create Botanical Masterpieces – Let your Creativity Blossom!
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this workshop will inspire you to turn pressed flowers into beautiful paintings, collages, and mixed-media artworks.
Artistic Exploration: Learn unique techniques to combine pressed flowers with pencils, acrylics, and paint pens. Watch your creativity bloom as you craft one-of-a-kind pieces that blend nature with fine art.
Materials Supplied: Every participant will receive an exclusive art kit with pressed flowers, specialised adhesives, and all the art supplies you’ll need to get started.
Workshop Highlights: ∞ 3 hours of hands-on guidance from Debz Eagle ∞ Creative techniques for integrating pressed flowers into your art ∞ Take home your own pressed flower art piece ∞ All materials provided—you just bring your imagination!
About Debz
Debz Eagle is an acclaimed flower preservationist and artist who creates stunning, timeless pieces from pressed flowers. Known for her delicate collages and mixed-media designs, her work preserves cherished memories with beauty and care. Her workshops teach the art of flower pressing and guide participants in creating their own floral artworks.
Location
Join us at The Kiosk, Christchurch Botanic GardensTe Māra Huaota o Waipapa
(Just over the footbridge from the Armagh St carpark).
Tel: 366 6937
Email: office@chsgardens.co.nz
Facebook event link
Costs & Payment
Use the coupon code SAVE$10 to save $10 when booking both Pressed Flower Workshops
- $60 per workshop Members & Friends of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- $80 Non-Members
- $120 Workshop + CHS Membership
- $170 Both workshops and CHS Membership
Price includes materials and self-serve tea, coffee and biscuits
Become a Member of the CHS and receive up to 30% off all our courses and workshops
Please note, our courses are aimed at adults. If you are under 18 please contact us before booking so we can check with our tutors. If the event is sold out online, and you would like to go on the wailist please also get in touch.
Nga mihi, CHS team
