Fundamentals of Style


Note the "Location" of each session, as we have in-person and online options. Price differences may apply. Confirmation emails contain specific class instructions.
The ability to command a broad vocabulary of styles defines the professional floral designer. From Neo-Classical and Victorian to English garden and Flemish, understanding floral styles expands your design options, evokes specific moods, and helps create the perfect setting. $290 materials fee. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Form
Required Text (not included in cost of class):
Principles of Floral Design: An Illustrated Guide, 3rd Edition, Pat Diehl Scace and James M DelPrince
ISBN-13: 979-8888173381
Materials Information
In-person classes: Price includes a $290 materials fee for plant materials and hard goods. Please bring a florist knife, wire cutters, scissors, pruners, a camera, and a box or bag to carry home your work. A Floral Tool Kit is available for purchase through the Registration Office.
Online classes: Flowers will be shipped directly to your door! You will also need to purchase the tools and hard goods listed in the materials list linked below, which total approximately $100. You can substitute the vase(s) listed with any of similar width, depth and height.
Prerequisite(s):
Fundamentals of Form
Sessions Available for Registration
June 9-30, 2025 | 11:00am-03:30pm | NYBG | Elfe
July 14-16, 2025 | 10:00am-05:00pm | NYBG | Mele (2 seats (40%) remaining)
July 14-16, 2025 | 10:00am-05:00pm | NYBG | Mele (2 seats (40%) remaining)