Nature & Art Series
Interlochen’s Nature & Art Series offers a variety of two-hour programs focusing on creative exploration of nature, art, and food. Our goal is to inspire adult learners to interact with our local environment in a positive way. We explore conservation, artistry, sustainability, and ecology while providing an educational and exciting learning experience for all.
For more information, please contact Emily Umbarger at emily.umbarger@interlochen.org.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Registration Fee: $20
Elevate your next gathering with handcrafted mocktails! Learn how to make flavorful syrups, balance ingredients like a pro, and mix crowd-pleasing mocktails that will impress your guests at any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just want to up your beverage game, this class will give you the tools to create stunning, alcohol-free drinks that everyone can enjoy. Cheers to great flavors and great company!
Led by Jack Lankford
Jack Lankford, a Traverse City mixologist, is passionate about crafting unique, flavorful experiences—both in the community and in a glass. Jack believes that great drinks bring people together, and his workshops are all about creativity, connection, and fun.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Discover the art of creating stunning and delicious charcuterie boards in this hands-on class using our available garden ingredients! Perfect for food lovers of all levels, this class will guide you through assembling a visually impressive and well-balanced charcuterie spread. By the end of the class, you'll have crafted your stunning charcuterie board to enjoy and the skills to recreate it for gatherings at home. Whether hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, this class will elevate your entertaining game!
Led by Marie Leggett
Maria Leggett grew up in Traverse City and graduated from Great Lakes Culinary Institute in 2018. While traveling in Italy in 2017 and 2018, she fell in love with the Italian philosophy behind cooking: simplistic and full of flavor.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Registration Fee: $35
Join us for a fun and creative culinary experience where you'll turn fresh garden produce into edible art! In this hands-on class, you’ll collect herbs, vegetables, and edible flowers straight from the garden to craft your beautiful focaccia masterpiece. Come with friends or meet new ones, and create something beautiful and tasty!
Led by Marie Leggett
Maria Leggett grew up in Traverse City and graduated from Great Lakes Culinary Institute in 2018. While traveling in Italy in 2017 and 2018, she fell in love with the Italian philosophy behind cooking: simplistic and full of flavor.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Registration Fee: $20
Gather botanical material outside and learn how to print in very thin, translucent color layers with printing tools that consist of paper, paint, Gelli pads, and brayers. You'll create compositions of botanical materials of different shapes and sizes. You'll learn how to use the proper tools and techniques to achieve your creative vision through an instructor-led process.
Led by Autumn Kirby
Autumn Kirby is an artist who loves sharing her knowledge with students of all ages and abilities. She graduated with a MFA from Minneapolis College of Art and Design and a BFA from Western Michigan University. She has worked with Art Escapes through Northwest Ed, NMC College for Kids, Interlochen College for Creative Arts, Source MN, Lapeer Community Health, Woodland Park Academy, and Cowell Family Cancer Center. She is currently the Office Manager at Glen Arbor Arts Center.
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