art + botany + ecology + literacy + community = botanography curriculum
Miranda Mote
Architect, historian, educator based in Philadelphia
I have worked as an architect, graphic designer, design instructor, and studied history of gardens, horticulture, and agriculture as part of my masters and doctoral training. Since 2014, I have been interpreting traditional methods of nature printing and letterpress to publish original art books about early American gardens. My historical writing considers traditions of nature printing, gardening, and poetry in America and Europe. Since 2020, I have been developing a botanical literacy program that integrates K–12 lessons in botany, expository and creative writing.
Calendar of Workshops
Resume of Experience
April 2021
Workshop at University of Pennsylvania
July 2021
Workshop at Awbury Arboretum for 5-7 year old children
Sept. 2021
Workshop at Stoneleigh: a Natural Garden
Nov. 2021
Workshop at Penn Alexander School (7th grade)
May 21, 2022
Heritage West, workshop in partnership with Penn Museum and Bartram's Gardens
June 19, 2022
Workshop at Family Frolic event at the Philadelphia Flower Show
June 25, 2022
Family workshop at Ambler Arboretum of Temple University
Sept. 3, 2022
Workshop at Brewerytown Community Garden
Current Book Project
Philia Delphian Gardens
Languages of Survival, Belief, and Friendship in Neighborhood Gardens (1683-2022)
A radical refiguring of historical and contemporary garden culture in Philadelphia.
Contact
Interested in hosting a workshop? Get in touch to learn more.
Contact: 513-349-8328 | mirandaemote@gmail.com