2-Day Large-Scale Installations Series

The Large-Scale Installation Series is as close to a real life situation as it gets. Expect to hike ladders, work with rigging and make beautiful constructions under the direction of a Floral Design Master. Over four class sessions, students will gain experience designing popular floral installations including: a {1} monumental urn arrangements, {2} an elevated centerpiece design, specifically for events or weddings, {3} a chuppahs or flowering arches, and {4} a hanging floral chandeliers.

This series will also give students insight into the business side of large-scale floral projects, by using real-world logistics, construction, pricing, installation practices and managing client expectations when it comes to over-the-top design.

About the Instructor:

Juan M. Villanueva is a multidisciplinary artist, educator, and second-generation florist whose creative journey began in the wildflower pastures of South Texas and later took root in New York City. This duality of landscape and culture continues to shape his work at the intersection of art, commerce, and cultural memory. As the owner and lead designer of Villaneuva Designs, founded in 2008, his studio practice extends from intimate floral compositions to ambitious site-specific installations that explore impermanence, scale, and narrative.

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What you can expect:

• 2 Days of Class, split over 4 sessions (allowing 1 hour lunch break each day)

• Hands-On lessons, all taught by a Floral Design Expert

• Experience creating four large-scale projects, from concept to finished project both individually and as a team, simulating a floral team

• Floral aprons, tools, and other supplies will be provided for use during this program. Please note that personal sets of supplies to take home are only included with enrollment in our 2-Day Introduction to Design Series.

What you will learn:

• Large-scale design concepts and ideas

• Prepping large-scale containers and vases

• Concepts of structure, balance, and focal points for large-scale projects

• Mechanics know-how to re-create structures in your own practice

• Logistics and installation when implementing large-scale designs to avoid pitfalls

Program Schedule:

• Day 1: 10:00am - 4:30pm

• Day 2: 10:00am - 4:30pm