MAKE THIS THE YEAR YOU REALIZE YOUR DESTINY, A LIFETIME ABUNDANT WITH THE BEAUTY OF FLOWERS
2024 INTERMEDIATE
COURSE OVERVIEW
15 HOURS
Our new Intermediate program is perfect for students wanting to pin point certain skills and take their creative design set to the next level.
From foundation & technical skills to large creative works, this course has been designed to teach necessary skills and boost your creative development. The Intermediate program is perfect for the beginner or a florist wanting to expand their skill set.
As the floristry business progresses quickly, this program allows you to stay up to date with industry techniques and design styles. As always, our classes are small to ensure the maximum attention to each student.
“I had a friend recommend this course if I wanted to learn a good floral foundation in only 3 weeks! And I learned that and much more! Mary is an amazing florist and has an abundance of knowledge to pass on, from trends and style and tricks and tips, to Practical pricing and business smarts. Besides the classes being very fun and full of energy, one of the most valuable things is always having access to Mary when you need her.” ~ Hilary Rigo
ALL FLORAL AND HARD GOODS WILL GO HOME WITH YOU AT THE END OF EVERY CLASS!
CLASS ONE
12pm - 5pm
Students will learn about the most popular trends, flower and rose varieties. You will be presented with a power point sheet going over yearly availability of flowers as well as care and processing. In class one we will cover the “need to follow” florists, trend makers and influencers on social media and learn about Toronto and Vancouver Flower School Alumni who have used our program to kick-start their career.
Students will be introduced too and familiarized with our preferred wholesalers which you have immediate access to upon beginning the course. You will also learn wholesale pricing and bulk purchasing protocol.
PROJECT 1
Project 1 will include a European hand tied bouquet focusing on muscle memory and technique. A vase arrangement will follow, learning proper tying and cutting techniques.
PROJECT 2
In project 2 students will make a Grand European tied bouquet of beautiful seasonal blooms. Students will focus on spiraling techniques and proper flower placement.
PROJECT 3
In project 3 students will design a large floral arrangement in foam. We will discuss foam types, the benefit of armatures, pin frogs and chicken wire. As well as proper foam cutting and saturating techniques. Students will practice flower placement and creative method design. Photographs will be taken to benefit your social media or websites.
CLASS TWO
12pm - 5pm
Our 2nd class is focused on weddings and events. We will discuss how long floral arrangements last, reviving hydrangeas and roses, delivery protocol and current wedding trends. In order to benefit your social media or websites, time will be allotted for photography.
PROJECT 1
Students will learn and create contemporary corsages and boutonnieres. Students will make 2 separate wrist corsages and 1 contemporary boutonniere focusing on simple and sturdy techniques. Techniques moving into the future of body florals.
PROJECT 2
For this project, you will make a stunning floral arrangement using chicken wire as your armature. Learn to work with chicken wire while honing your floral aesthetic.
PROJECT 3
In this class students will make the beautiful Garden Style arrangement, plump with open florals and wispy foliage. By now skills have begun to develop and these stunning and intricate designs of exquisite blooms will become exciting to design with. At this point students are more confident and thrilled with their success.
CLASS THREE
12pm - 5pm
Chicken wire or floral foam? Due to the negative impact of floral foam on our environment, florists in the know are switching their designs to strictly chicken wire, while others are die hard foam lovers. In this class, we will use both chicken wire and foam to determine the effectiveness and benefits of either.
PROJECT 1
Students will learn the sought after technique of making a stunning garden style bridal bouquet. The tap technique and the quarter turn spiral method will result in a stunning, very up to the minute creation. We have developed game changing techniques to help students achieve perfect results and develop confidence in bouquet design.
PROJECT 2
Mantle installations have become huge in our industry! Grand and gorgeous, bulging with lux florals, foliage and moss. You will design a full fireplace, top to bottom. You will learn all the techniques involved, and have amazing photos for your websites and social media! We, as always, will discuss wholesale to retail markups, the amount of florals and foliages needed as well as delivery and set up fees.
PROJECT 3
Whether we call it a hanging installment or a floral chandelier the final result is pure beauty. You have seen these dreamy hanging chandeliers dripping with decadent flowers everywhere and you will have the hands on opportunity to make one in this class!
MENTORSHIP
Your mentorship shall last as long as you require. Graduates may call, email or come by with any floristry related concerns. From wedding quotes to flower recognition, sustainability, in season florals or design questions, we are happy to help!. You will receive a VFS discount on all upcoming events and seminars.
COURSE TUITION