Art in the Garden

Art LogoThe Hahn Horticulture Garden (HHG) is not only a fabulous collection of living art; it is a showplace for artists from throughout the New River Valley and surrounding area. The Pavilion hosts 6 artist a year with a wide diversity of visual arts from photography to handmade paper; acrylics, watercolors and oils; mono-printing to metal work. The love of nature is shown in the creativeness of our local artists.

In 2015 the art went outside and Simply Elemental was born. Simply Elemental is an outdoor multi-artist installation integrated along the garden paths, plantings, and trees of the HHG. It is held annually from August 1st and September 30th. Simply Elemental 2018 was the first time that Performing Artists were also included.

In conjunction with the art show, the HHG has conducted a variety of events, including meet the artists receptions, hands-on art workshops, speakers and garden-art tours. Watch our events calendar for dates.

Please click the tabs below form more information on art being displayed in the Garden.


Upcoming Artists in the Pavilion for 2024:

  • Sept/ Oct- Charlotte Chan Water Media
  • Nov/Dec - Ava Howard Water Media
  • 2025 Artists coming soon!
  • Interested in showing your work in the Pavilion? Email us at vtgarden@vt.edu

Simply Elemental is an outdoor, multi-artist installation integrated along the garden paths, plantings, and trees of the Hahn Horticulture Garden at Virginia Tech. It is held annually between August 1st and September 30th.

For additional information on the event, please visit the Simply Elemental website





Michele Walter


About the artist

Michele Walter has been moving paint or drawing since she learned how to hold a pencil.Throughout her education, art has been an important element in her life.

Her training consists of American College of Applied Arts in Atlanta, Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, as well as international instructors like Don Andrews, Ted Nutall and Iain Stewart. She continually pursues to learn more and fine tune her skills.

Currently, she enjoys commission work of animals, homes, pets, and people. You may also find her teaching art in private or group settings in her home, private schools, or paint party settings.

For more information on her work and commission rates, please visit her website: MicheleWalterArt.com.