Seasonal Splendor: Mastering Outdoor Winter Planters with Leah Olsen-Kent

Discover the art of crafting stunning outdoor planters that add seasonal beauty and charm to any space!

Nov 21.2024

Time

12:00pm

Location 358 Gordon Street Guelph, ON N1G 1Y1

Price Free

Join the AGG Volunteer Association on Thursday, November 21 at 12 pm at the Art Gallery of Guelph for a captivating demonstration by Leah Olsen-Kent from Fleuristic and Leah Olsen-Kent Art. With nearly 30 years of experience enhancing the Guelph community and tri-city area, Leah will showcase how to create two unique styles of outdoor winter planters using fresh greens, birch and willow branches, and delightful winter accents.

Discover how to craft stunning arrangements that will bring seasonal charm to both residential and corporate spaces, lasting throughout the winter. Leah’s expertise and creativity will inspire you to embrace the beauty of winter décor.

No registration is required; all are welcome to attend. Join us for this opportunity to learn from a seasoned artist and elevate your outdoor spaces!

Sponsors

This program is presented with the support of the Canada Council for the Arts and Ontario Arts Council, an agency of the Government of Ontario.

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