Flower School of New York - NYC Floral Design and Flower Arrangement Classes

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  The Green Bouquet with Christian Tortu (CT-GB)

  Christian Tortu is one of the most well-known and most revered floral artists in the world, and is responsible for inspiring more florists than any other florist. Christian Tortu is responsible for introducing seasonality to flower arranging, as well as design that reflects nature. Christian has not taught a floral design class in over ten years, and is making his return teaching four classes here at FlowerSchool New York.
  
  Jeff Leathem who does the crowd-pleasing flowers at the Georges V in Paris has said of him "I was lucky enough to work with him for a few months. He has influenced a whole generation of floral designers."
  
  Referring to his book, "Sensational Bouquets," Christian will create two bouquet arrangements. The 10:30am class on Thursday, June 21st & Friday, 22nd will be an all-green bouquet. In his book Christian references the all-over green bouquet as a truest homage to nature.
  

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  The Black Bouquet with Christian Tortu (CT-BB)

  Christian Tortu is one of the most well-known and most revered floral artists in the world, and is responsible for inspiring more florists than any other florist. Christian Tortu is responsible for introducing seasonality to flower arranging, as well as design that reflects nature. Christian has not taught a floral design class in over ten years, and is making his return teaching four classes here at FlowerSchool New York.
  
  Jeff Leathem who does the crowd-pleasing flowers at the Georges V in Paris has said of him "I was lucky enough to work with him for a few months. He has influenced a whole generation of floral designers."
  
  Referring to his book, "Sensational Bouquets," Christian will create two bouquet arrangements. The 3:00pm class on Thursday, June 21st and Friday, June 22nd will be his signature black bouquet. This color arrangement was made famous by Christian's work, and is one of his most unique and creative looks.
  

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  Flower Still Lifes and Impressionism with Bella Meyer (BMS)

  'Flower Still Lifes and Impressionism.' A subject that Bella certainly knows about as she is the granddaughter of Marc Chagall whose well know flower paintings are a constant influence to Bella.

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  The Artistic Process of Floral Design with Emily Thompson (ET01)

  Similar to a sculptor or painter, this talented designer regards the process and approach to floral designing as important as the final result. In this class Emily will take us through her creative process using flowers and other organic materials to achieve her magnificent style.
  
  

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  Finding Inspiration with Matthew Robbins (MR01)

  How do you translate inspiration into design? Referencing his newly released book "Inspired Weddings," Matthew will explore how to draw inspiration from an object in terms of style, mood and color palette, and reflect these ideas in a beautifully arranged design.

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  Large Scale Designs with Olivier Giugni (OGL)

  This class is for students who wish to learn how Olivier constructs large scale floral designs for the home. By evidence of his work at the Carlyle, Pierre and the Plaza, this promises to dazzle.

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  Fleurs Sauvage with Lewis Miller (LMFS)

  Lewis Miller will teach a class that combines graphic textures with soft, lush blooms in a style that he calls "fleurs sauvage." His design will be both bold and architectural, but natural as well. Think Russeau who said about himself "I have no other teacher than nature."

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  Hand Tied Bouquets with Ariella Chezar (ACB)

  There is an art to doing a hand-tied bouquet and making it look natural
  as if the flowers have just been picked from a garden. Ariella Chezar has
  mastered that art and she will help guide students so that they, too, can
  make bouquets that are uncontrived and free-flowing.

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  Citrus, Fruit and Flowers with Ariella Chezar (AC101)

  Come with with this world renowned designer and experience her passion for using citrus and other fruits as part of her style. After living in California for many years, Ariella associates citrus with the holidays and this time of year. Designing with fruit is the perfect way to spruce up your winter season.

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  Olivier Giugni: Living Art for the Home (OG)

  Always creative, always surprising, Olivier fashions designs that are called "Living Art" in his most recent book.

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  The Art of the Compote with Ariella Chezar (AC)

  At FlowerSchool New York she generally teaches a class called "The Art of the Compote" and often brings flowers from her own garden in the Berkshires to complement the flowers she purchases at the Flower Market on West 28th Street.

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  Designing with Lettuce, Herbs and other Edibles with Matthew Robbins (MR-111)

  One of the best trends to come along in quite a while is the green trend in which flower arrangements are recycled after an event. Matthew Robbins did the centerpieces for a wedding of a couple who were both animal lovers and researchers. Their wish was an arrangement that could be fed to zoo animals after the event. The result was green, lush and a magnificent display of creativity.
  
  This time we are taking things one step further and arranging with lettuces, herbs and other edibles so that students will be able to take the entire arrangement home to enjoy themselves.

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  Flowers in the court of Louis the XIV with Bella Meyer (BM2)

  Think chandeliers dripping with vines and flowers in this recreation of what might have been a table for a court performance at Versailles.
  
  As you may know, Louis XIV was very passionate about his gardens and formed a strong bond with his gardener. Here, we will explore this relationship through flowers with Bella Meyer.
  
  Bella is an art historian and the grand daughter of Marc Chagall.

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  "Jewels of Seduction" Tropical Flowers with Felipe Sastre (FS-100)

  Felipe will teach you how to work with these sometimes mysterious and exotic flowers. Feel the heat of the tropics as you work with designs that are in his forthcoming book "Tropical Flowers," to be available Fall 2012.

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  Art and Beauty with Elizabeth Ryan (ER-1)

  Elizabeth Ryan will show us her distinct "downtown" style combining traditional techniques with unusual materials.

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  Mother's Day Peony Tablescapes with Meredith Perez of Belle Fleur (MG-30)

  Peonies are ancient flowers that were prized for the medicinal qualities of their roots. In Greece, they were used to treat Plato. Meredith will give you not only design tips to illustrate how to make peonies look their best, but also his secrets for opening up peonies and making them last.

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  Weeds and Roadstand Flowers with Michael George (MG-23)

  Our annual class in which we use the flowers of midsummer in a modern, architectural style. You will never look at "weeds" in the same way after you take this class.

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  Michael George - Contemporary Monofloral Style (MG)

  Working with this master designer is always a treat. While being a cornerstone of the fashion industry Michael relishes sharing his passion and ideas about the art of floral design.

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  The Cosmopolitan Garden with Lewis Miller (LM)

  The lush words of Baudelaire transcribed in flowers. Lewis Miller works with the most beautiful flowers imaginable to create visual poetry.

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  Floral Decorating using Floral Decor by Cas Trap (CT-11)

  Here, Cas will show students how to use flowers in combination with floral decor such as wooden screens and pillars.

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  Painterly Flowers by Charles Masson (CM)

  The proprietor of La Grenouille, the beloved French restaurant on East 52nd Street, Charles Masson, is a well-known floral designer as well as watercolorist. Learn about the subtle interplay of colors and textures in his class as you create a bouquet that we call "painterly."

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  A "Spring is Here Dinner Party" with Meredith Waga-Perez (MW)

  Plan your weekend dinner around this exquisite centerpiece created by one of New York's most fashionable florists.

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  Noboru Kurisaki Inspirations - Michael George (MG24)

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  The Poetry of Flowers with Lewis Miller (LM-90)

  The lush words of Baudelaire transcribed in flowers. Lewis Miller works with the most beautiful flowers imaginable to create visual poetry.
  

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Refund & Cancellation Policy

Refunds are credited back to the card the same day they are charged.  However, students who cancel seven days prior to their scheduled class will receive a full credit toward another class at FlowerSchool New York.  Students who cancel anywhere between seven and two days before the class will receive 70% credit toward another class.  Students who cancel within 48 hours of their scheduled class will receive a 50% credit toward another class.

Cancellation Policy

Student who cancel seven days prior to their scheduled class will receive a full credit toward another class at FlowerSchool New York. Students who cancel anywhere between seven and two days before the class will receive 70% credit toward another class. Students who cancel within 48 hours of their scheduled class will receive a 50% credit toward another class.