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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: Fresh Picked Blooms
    Introduction to Design: Fresh Picked Blooms
    Wed, Sep 23
    FlowerSchool NY
    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.
  • 2-Day Introduction To Design Series {WEEKEND FLORIST}
    2-Day Introduction To Design Series {WEEKEND FLORIST}
    Sat, Sep 26
    FlowerSchool NY
    Sep 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – Sep 27, 2026, 2:30 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    The 2-Day Introduction to Design Series teaches the essential technical skills professional florists use every day, from using floral tools and managing time to working with a variety of flowers and foundational arrangement structures.
  • Introduction to Design: Dahlia Delight
    Introduction to Design: Dahlia Delight
    Sat, Oct 10
    FlowerSchool NY
    Oct 10, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Celebrate one of late summer and early fall's most beloved blooms in our Introduction to Design: Dahlia Delight class. Learn the fundamentals of floral design while creating a lush, seasonal arrangement featuring stunning dahlias and complementary blooms.
  • Introduction to Floral Design: Texture Play Hand-Tied Bouquet
    Introduction to Floral Design: Texture Play Hand-Tied Bouquet
    Thu, Oct 15
    FlowerSchool NY
    Oct 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Explore the art of creating movement and dimension in our Introduction to Floral Design: Texture Play Hand-Tied Bouquet class. Design a naturally styled hand-tied bouquet using an exciting mix of textural blooms, foliage, and seasonal accents.
  • Floral Design for Interior Spaces Workshop with Courtney Bowden
    Floral Design for Interior Spaces Workshop with Courtney Bowden
    Sat, Oct 17
    FlowerSchool NY
    Oct 17, 2026, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Join us in this hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to approach floral design through the lens of interior styling, creating an impactful seasonal arrangement that feels intentional and perfectly suited to the surroundings.
  • Introduction to Floral Design: Thanksgiving Centerpiece
    Introduction to Floral Design: Thanksgiving Centerpiece
    Mon, Nov 23
    FlowerSchool NY
    Nov 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    Create a showstopping centerpiece for your holiday table in our Introduction to Floral Design: Thanksgiving Centerpiece class. Design a lush, abundant arrangement in a classic compote vase using premium seasonal flowers, rich autumn foliage, and textural botanicals.
  • 2-Day Introduction To Design Series {WEEKEND FLORIST}
    2-Day Introduction To Design Series {WEEKEND FLORIST}
    Sat, Dec 05
    FlowerSchool NY
    Dec 05, 2026, 10:30 AM – Dec 06, 2026, 4:00 PM
    FlowerSchool NY, 253 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
    The 2-Day Introduction to Design Series teaches the essential technical skills professional florists use every day, from using floral tools and managing time to working with a variety of flowers and foundational arrangement structures.
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