Advanced Event Tablescaping with Ariella Chezar on Aug. 14th – 16th!
“Sophisticated parties call for equally sophisticated tables.” A good looking event does not just end with the flowers but includes a more cohesive, overall design aesthetic including the table linens, china, flatware, candles and décor. In this three-day course, Ariella will impart her experience, expertise, tips and tricks for creating a fully-realized table scape design.... Read more »
Beginners Open Studio on August 19th
Beginners Open Studio is for students who are interested in floral design and want to try working with flowers. This studio class provides the opportunity to create a beautiful, seasonal arrangement while learning some tips and tricks of design. This is a great way to introduce yourself to FlowerSchool New York and dip your toe... Read more »
Spring Update
We are halfway through our Peony Project Master Class Series and as a result FlowerSchool NY has been looking especially beautiful! Shane Connolly kicked off our Peony Project Series on April 20th with a beautiful design of seasonal lilac, huge cherry blossoms and gardenia peonies. The studio was awash with purple blooms and smells of Spring. Shane also taught students his coveted method of... Read more »
A Beginners Open Studio with Flowers and Essential Oils- June 6th!
Flowers have impacted our lives through history and culture as well as our health, emotions and mood. Flowers are not only pleasing to the eye, but can offer many holistic benefits when distilled into essential oils. In this unique Open Studio bio-alchemist and aromatherapist, Michelle Gagnon, will accompany FlowerSchool’s Calvert Crary in giving... Read more »
In Full Flower: Styling and Photography Class with Gemma and Andrew of Ingalls Photography: May 6th-11am!
Capturing living art can be difficult for even skilled photographers. Learn the art of flower photography with celebrated photographers, Gemma & Andrew Ingalls. During this workshop Gemma and Andrew will demonstrate techniques for capturing the beauty of flowers using a selection of arrangements which will be designed by famed floral designer Ariella Chezar. Each student will also receive a signed copy... Read more »
‘In Full Flower’ Book Party with Gemma & Andrew Ingalls: May 5th from 5pm-8pm!
FlowerSchool NY is thrilled to welcome Gemma and Andrew Ingalls to celebrate the launch of their new book, In Full Flower. FlowerSchool NY Master Designers Ariella Chezar, Sullivan Owen and Emily Thompson are all featured in this beautiful collection of contemporary floral photography. Books will be available for purchase and light refreshments will be served. In Full Flower is a compilation... Read more »
“Discovering the Meaning of Flowers” Book Signing Party with Shane Connolly!
Join FlowerSchool New York in celebrating the newest book by Shane Connolly, “Discovering the Meaning of Flowers.” Books will be available for purchase. Light refreshments and libations will be served. This is a free event! Shane Connolly can truly be considered a “florist to the stars,” having designed the flowers for the 2011... Read more »
Floral Design Program; Alumni Updates, New Internship Sites and Upcoming Sessions!
FlowerSchool NY is proud to be featured in EdLab, a research, design, and development unit at Teachers College, Columbia University. “FlowerSchool New York has been responsible of over a hundred floral businesses around the globe by giving students tools and techniques they need to flourish. Students hail from every corner of the world and... Read more »
FlowerSchool New York comes to Los Angeles: Sunday May 21st!
FlowerSchool New York is thrilled to announce we are heading west to the sunny skies of Los Angeles, and will be introducing FlowerSchool LA this summer! We look forward to collaborating with talented West Coast designers, sharing the New York aesthetic, and meeting new floral enthusiasts. Until then, Join us on May 21st at the... Read more »