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Botanical Illustrator Maud Purdy Featured by Google Cultural Institute
The artist's striking botanical illustrations can now be seen as part of the Google Cultural Institute's digital collection, along with a photo gallery and virtual tour of BBG.
By BBG Staff -
Talking with Artist Shayne Dark
Brooklyn Botanic Garden's current artist in residence explains the inspiration behind his work, how he chooses materials, and how he goes about installing such large, complex pieces.
By Sarah Schmidt -
Behind the Scenes at the Noguchi Installation
The artist's modernist sculptures are magnificent and thought-provoking. They are also really heavy. How were they set so perfectly in the Garden?
By Lee Patrick -
Wearable Art
Nicole Dextras is creating Andy Goldsworthy-inspired dresses for BBG’s Spring Gala and After Party.
By Sarah Schmidt -
Portraits of a Garden V
Portraits of a Garden V: the 2010 BBG Florilegium Exhibition had its opening reception Tuesday afternoon in the Steinhardt Gallery.
By Rebecca Bullene -
Artist’s Talk on Wednesday, August 18
Garden members will have an opportunity to attend an artist's talk with Patrick Dougherty this Wednesday, August 18 at 7 p.m.
By Rebecca Bullene -
Patrick Dougherty Installation in Progress
Work has begun on-site at BBG for Patrick Dougherty's sculptural installation.
By Rebecca Bullene -
Garden Photography—Taking Great Plant Photos
Whether you shoot for publication or your own pleasure, for a botanical record or fine art prints, have fun and enjoy the act of capturing the vitality and beauty of the natural world.
By Laura Berman
