Join us this summer for two weeks of floral design education, perfect for those can't make our usual 6-Week Floral Design Program and available in the summer! This program will begin with our usual skills programs progressing from Introduction to Design, Intermediate Design, and Advanced Design. We will complete our two weeks with our freelancing labs, teaching students how to condition flowers like a pro (necessary skills for successful florists!) and project management tools for successful studio upkeep and installation tips and tricks, as well as our 2-Day Large Scale Design Class -- famous for flowering arches, chuppahs, and hanging installations.

This program will be taught by FlowerSchool LA's Tara Sandonato -- a floral expert with over 20 years of experience in the floral design and events industry. Tara's work is beautiful and this program is not one to miss!!

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Week 1: Core Floral Design Training

• Introduction to Design Series (2 Days)

  • ​Master the fundamentals of floral arranging and essential design techniques

  • Learn how to handle and condition flowers

  • Use professional tools and gain skills for how to use a floral knife

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• Intermediate Design Series (3 Days)

  • ​Learn more advanced arrangement styles

  • Explore floral sourcing, building recipes, and navigating wholesale platforms

  • Build recipes​​

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Week 2: Advanced Design & Business Building

• Conditioning Lab & Introduction to Freelance (1 Day)

  • ​Explore flower care and identification

  • Learn project management and freelance best practices.

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• Advanced Design Series (2 Days)

  • Develop your personal design style

  • Explore high-end techniques and push creative boundaries.

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• Large-Scale Installation Series (2 Day)

  • Expect to hike ladders, work with rigging and make beautiful constructions under the direction of our master craftsman.