Schools of Floral Design in New York
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) notes that floral design is the only design specialty that does not require formal training at the postsecondary level. However, aspiring florists who wish to advance to senior positions or own a business can benefit from completing a formal floral design program. New York's extensive floral district serves as a prime training ground for students of floral design, where they learn the basics of wholesale flower sales and flower origins.
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New York School of Flower Design
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The four-week course at the New York School of Flower Design consists of twice-weekly classes and a field trip each week. Students design and cut a variety of fresh flowers including orchids, tulips, roses and daisies. At flower markets, students learn what countries the various flowers are imported from and learn how wholesale flower markets are operated. The New York School of Flower Design trains students in floral design principles of balance, proportion, rhythm, unity and emphasis. The curriculum includes courses in European, bridal and architectural design styles, as well as tabletop design.
New York School of Flower Design
131 West 28th Street
New York, NY 10001
877-32-BLOOM
newyorkflowerdesign.com
Flower School New York
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Students who wish to gain an introduction to floral design can take intensive classes for beginners at Flower School New York. The introduction course teaches students how to choose, clean and condition roses and how to use and maintain florist's equipment. Subsequent beginners classes teach students graphic design with tulips, creating composition bouquets for different seasons and occasions, and preparing flowers for a bridal party, including the bride's bouquet. Intermediate and advanced classes train students in such skills as making tall arrangements with branches and working with flower varieties such as orchids and peonies. An optional field trip takes students to a New York City flower market and includes a lesson in how to hand-tie a bouquet.
Flower School New York
5 Tudor City Place
New York, NY 10017
212-661-8074
flowerschoolny.com
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The New York Studio of Floral Arts
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The New York Studio of Floral Arts offers courses in introductory and intermediate floral design that teach students how to select and condition flowers and create arrangements. Students can take their designs home and receive discounts on tools and supplies. Completion of the introductory courses is a prerequisite for taking the Floral Design II course, which introduces students to contemporary and European floral design. Additional courses train students in wedding design, silk flower design and designing sympathy arrangements.
The New York Studio of Floral Arts
151 West 28th Street
New York, NY 10001
347-693-4556
nyfloralstudio.com
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
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Hobbyists and aspiring florists can earn a Certificate in Floral Design at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden upon completing eight courses. Basic and intermediate floral arranging courses must be taken first, followed by courses in topics such as wedding and sympathy arrangements, foliage design, plant care, and business essentials. Students learn through lectures and workshops and classes are taught by professional floral designers.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
900 Washington Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11225
718-623-7200
bbg.org
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