The New York Botanical Garden is home to New York City's oldest and most prestigious Floral Design Program, and for over four decades has sent hundreds of graduates on to enjoy rewarding careers. With hands-on practice and with personal attention from NYBG's rigorous yet nurturing instructors, you'll develop the mastery and confidence to express yourself through flowers. Choose an individual course for fun, or pursue a Certificate in Floral Design.
Click here for an overview of the Certificate Program.
Discover
how
emotion
shapes
the
art
of
sculptural
floral
design.
In
this
class,
you'll
explore
self-expression
through
form,
movement,
and
texture.
Using
both
fresh
and
dried
botanicals,
learn
how
to
create
designs
that
balance
structure
with
feeling—transforming
floral
materials
into
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Professional
prop
stylist
Robin
Zachary
shares
creative
ways
to
style
and
photograph
your
finished
floral
arrangements
for
use
on
your
website,
portfolio,
and/or
social
media
accounts.
Learn
how
to
design
a
set
with
a
variety
of
backdrops
and
props
in
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There
are
many
types
of
flowers
available
for
floral
designers,
from
exotic
imports
to
locally
grown.
Learn
to
identify
new
varieties
of
old
favorites,
seasonal
flowers,
and
various
foliages.
Topics
include
the
special
handling
needs
of
many
flower
types.
more...
Explore
the
unique
detailing
techniques
of
folding,
cutting,
looping,
twisting
and
stitching
of
leaves
and
grasses.
Through
discussion
and
close-up
views
of
step-by-step
techniques,
you'll
learn
how
to
use
these
botanical
materials
as
a
natural
styling
technique
for
wedding
bouquets
more...
From
intimate
cocktail
and
dinner
parties
with
friends
to
family
spreads
for
special
gatherings,
a
thoughtfully
curated
table
design
is
always
a
nice
touch
for
any
occasion!
As
the
focal
point,
you'll
create
a
stunning
centerpiece
using
seasonal
flower
varieties
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Are
you
an
aspiring
floral
artist
but
not
sure
where
to
start
or
simply
want
to
explore
the
craft
of
floral
arranging?
In
this
class,
you'll
gain
the
foundational
knowledge
of
floral
design
principles;
including
flower
care,
arrangement
techniques,
and
more...
Create your own professional-looking arrangements with economical, store-bought bouquets. Using simple design principles and fresh flowers that can typically be found at local grocery stores or farmers markets, learn how to design and create your own elegant arrangements.
Learn
to
navigate
the
bustling
New
York
flower
district!
Discover
where
to
get
the
best
flowers
and
hard
goods
from
the
pros.
Your
confirmation
letter
will
include
where
we
will
meet
in
the
flower
district.
Lunch
is
not
included.
Dress
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