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Teacher Highlight

Courtney Bowden

With 11 years of floral design experience spanning four major U.S. markets, New York City, Washington D.C., Denver, and Charlotte, Courtney Bowden recently launched her own venture, August Company, bringing luxe floral experiences to high-end hotels and discerning clients across NYC. Passionate about teaching and mentoring the next generation of designers, she champions formal floral design education as the key to a thriving career. When she’s not crafting stunning arrangements, you’ll find her fueled by cappuccinos, snacking on pints of cherry tomatoes, and grooving to a good 80s new wave playlist.

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Upcoming Classes with Courtney Bowden

Join Courtney at FlowerSchool for a beautiful class! 

  • Introduction to Design: Garden Glow Hand-Tied Arrangement
    Introduction to Design: Garden Glow Hand-Tied Arrangement
    Jun 27, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Capture the warmth of the season with a glowing, garden-inspired bouquet. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the foundations of floral design while creating a radiant hand-tied arrangement.
  • Introduction to Design: Coastal Chic Hand-Tied Bouquet
    Introduction to Design: Coastal Chic Hand-Tied Bouquet
    Jul 29, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Capture the effortless beauty of the coast with a breezy, hand-tied bouquet featuring soft textures and seasonal blooms. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn spiral bouquet techniques while designing an arrangement inspired by seaside elegance.
  • Introduction to Design: Dahlia Days
    Introduction to Design: Dahlia Days
    Sat, Aug 15
    Aug 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Celebrate late summer with a lush arrangement featuring the bold beauty of seasonal dahlias. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn foundational floral design techniques while creating a vibrant, garden-inspired centerpiece.
  • Introduction to Design: Fresh Picked Blooms
    Introduction to Design: Fresh Picked Blooms
    Aug 21, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Enjoy the charm of a garden-inspired arrangement full of fresh seasonal blooms and natural texture. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn foundational floral design techniques while creating an effortlessly gathered centerpiece.
  • Introduction to Design: Fresh Picked Blooms
    Introduction to Design: Fresh Picked Blooms
    Sep 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Enjoy the charm of a garden-inspired arrangement full of fresh seasonal blooms and natural texture. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn foundational floral design techniques while creating an effortlessly gathered centerpiece.
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