Education
Master of Horticultural Science, North Carolina State University, 2003
Professional project: The applicability of legibility theory to a public garden setting: Visitor survey and use analysis at the JC Raulston Arboretum
Bachelor of Science, North Carolina State University, 1999
Tina has been working in the landscape industry since 1999. She owned Red Fern Landscape Design for 15 years, a bespoke residential design firm in both New Hampshire and in Iowa. Decades of practical experience in the industry and an extensive network of peers both in Iowa and across North America allows her to support students with real-life experience. She presents to garden clubs and educational groups across the country. As president of the Virtual Chapter of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers, Tina leads her industry peers in educational and professional development.
Teaching Responsibilities
HORT 2810 – Landscape Graphics
An introduction to both hand rendering and computer skills for landscape graphics. We cover plan view, elevation and perspective drawings in an intensive studio format.
HORT 2910B – Horticulture Professional Development – Landscape Competition
Every year over Spring Break, students participate at the National Collegiate Landscape Competition. College students from across the nation showcase their skills in landscaping, horticulture, irrigation and more. The largest Horticulture job fair provides a chance to engage with industry professionals from around the country, and a day full of educational sessions sharpens students’ knowledge and expertise. This course prepares students for the event.
HORT 3800 – Principles of Garden Composition
This lecture course covers the functional and aesthetic aspects of landscape planning from the perspective of informed design decisions. We emphasize spatial design and planting combinations along with hardscape and structural components. This course equips students to know what an outdoor space needs and why it needs it.
HORT 3810 – Beginning Garden Composition Studio
A hands-on introduction to the landscape design process, this intensive studio course implements the principles of landscape design, concept development and graphic communication. Students work with local clients and locations on campus to create practical designs.
HORT 4440 – Landscape Construction Management
This lab and lecture course covers the principles and practices of residential landscape construction. The course encompasses project management, landscape estimating and landscape materials. Hands-on labs include site field trips and project installation.
HORT 4810 – Advanced Garden Composition Studio
This studio course prepares students to develop residential landscape designs using design principles and the design process. Projects encompass site analysis, concept development, preliminary and final design, budget and estimating, and hand and computer graphic presentation techniques. We work with clients on team and individual projects to ensure a well-rounded experience for the students.
Professional Recognition
- 2022 Association of Professional Landscape Designers Chapter Service Award
- 2022 dsm Magazine Home Design Award – Gold | Deck/Patio Porch
- 2022 dsm Magazine Home Design Award – Bronze | Exteriors
- 2022 dsm Magazine Home Design Award – Bronze | Garden Design
- 2022 Dallas County Residents’ Choice Award Runner-Up – Best Landscape Company
- 2021 Dallas County Residents’ Choice Award Runner-Up – Best Landscape Company
- 2020 Citizen of the Year, Adel Iowa – Recognized for volunteer work
- 2020 Dallas County Residents’ Choice Award Winner – Best Landscape Company
- 2017 Landscape and Container Design for the Solheim Cup
- 2016-Present Iowa Nursery & Landscape Association Certified Nursery Professional
Professional Service
- 2020 – present President, Association of Professional Landscape Designers – Virtual Chapter
- 2018-2020 Secretary, Association of Professional Landscape Designers – Virtual Chapter
- 2020-2022 National Board Member, Association of Professional Landscape Designers
- 2020-2022 Board Member, Iowa Arboretum
- 2017-Present Trail Committee Member, Adel Chamber of Commerce
- 2015-present member, Iowa Nursery and Landscape Association
- 2009 – present Association of Professional Landscape Designers