DIARY
WHAT’S ON
CELEBRATION – BICENTENNIAL OF CAMELLIAS
BICENTENNIAL OF CAMELLIAS SYMPOSIUM
Royal Botanic Garden, Maiden Theatre, Wed 12 July, 2pm–4:30pm Join us to celebrate 200 years of camellias in Australia. In 1823, Charles Frazer, the first superintendent of Sydney’s Botanic Garden, supervised the first planting of a recorded collection of camellias in the state. Soon camellias would captivate colonial pioneers and begin an important chapter in Australian horticulture. Dr Stephen Utick, visiting Curator Theaceae, will host an afternoon symposium looking at camellias and their incredible contribution to our gardens and culture, from colonial days to the present. Suitable for history buffs and plant enthusiasts. From $30
CAMELLIA ART CLASS
CAMELLIA WALK
Royal Botanic Garden Foundation & Friends’ Terrace Wed 12 July, 12noon–1.30pm Join our knowledgeable guides for a tour of the historical camellia living collection, celebrating 200 years of the genus in our Gardens. From $20 30 THE GARDENS WINTER 2023
JAPENESE TEA CEREMONY
Royal Botanic Garden, Maiden Theatre Wed 12 July, 10am–11am Tea, or Camellia sinensis, conquered the 18th century world. We celebrate tea with an extra special cuppa, performed in the Japanese “chado” or “way of the tea.” Not to be missed! From $35
with Beverly Allen Royal Botanic Garden, Maiden Theatre Tue 29 August–Fri 1 September 9.30am–4pm This class will build your skills through the demonstration of techniques, from initial washes to dry-brush detail and finishing. The emphasis will be on close observation, accurate drawing, subtleties of colour and use of light to create a three-dimensional painting. For intermediate to advanced students, or those with drawing skills and experience in other media. Refreshments and lunches are included. From $530
Photos: Branching Out, Toni McDowell, Charlotte Sandes, Joe Bidwell, Chado Urasenke Tankokai Sydney Association, Beverly Allen, Shipra Shah, © Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust
Here is just a taste of what is on offer across our three Gardens. For more information about events, and to book, visit botanicgardens.org.au/What-s-On or just point your mobile device's camera at the QR code on this page, then tap the notification to open the link. Alternatively, phone us on (02) 9231 8182. All activities have been planned with your safety in mind, including social distancing and hygiene measures.