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Instructor: Barbara Mele
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A native New Yorker, Barbara Mele has been a florist for 20+ years. She learned to love nature at a young age from her grandmother, who was a landscape architect and taught at Notre Dame University. Barbara calls her personal design style "Urban Garden," which often showcases garden varieties in sleek urban vases. Her work can be seen at Gatherings Floral Design. |
Classes by this instructor
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Event Planning for the Floral DesignerIn addition to exquisite design, a successful event requires a well-conceived plan. Learn how to write a sales proposal based on cost analysis, finalize the terms of the design contract, and order and organize materials, personnel, and deliveries, all within more... |
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| 273FDN504B | 01/14 | Th | 10:00am-2:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Floral Design Weekend Mini IntensiveOur floral design weekend mini intensive program provides an accelerated way to complete the NYBG Certificate Program. Over the course of three weekends this winter, you'll take the first four requirements of the program—learning alongside industry professionals as you gain more... |
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| 273FDN956 | 01/09 | Sa | 10:00am-6:00pm | Elfe Mele Woodson | NYBG |
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Floral Design for BeginnersAre 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... |
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| 272FDN110B | 11/12 | Th | 10:00am-4:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
| 272FDN110D | 12/08 | Tu | 10:00am-4:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
| 273FDN110B | 02/16 | Tu | 11:00am-2:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
| 273FDN110D | 03/18 | Th | 11:00am-2:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Floral Tablescapes: AutumnFrom intimate cocktail and dinner parties with friends to family spreads for holidays, 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 such more... |
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| 272FDN377 | 11/19 | Th | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Floral Tablescapes: WinterFrom intimate cocktail and dinner parties with friends to family spreads for holidays, 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 such more... |
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| 273FDN338 | 01/15 | Fr | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Flower Arranging with Store-Bought BouquetsCreate 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. |
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| 272FDN210B | 12/06 | Su | 11:00am-1:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
| 273FDN210D | 03/02 | Tu | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Fundamentals of StyleThe 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 more... |
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| 273FDN302C | 02/19 | Fr | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Holiday GreensThe holidays come to life with fragrant, long lasting decorations for your door, table and mantel. Explore working with fresh pine, fir, cedar, boxwood, juniper and arborvitae. Cones and berries will add seasonal interest. Personalize your projects with accents of more... |
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| 272FDN335B | 12/16 | We | 10:00am-4:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Sculptural Floral ArrangementsExplore the world of sculptural art and let it inspire your floral creations. Begin by examining a few sculptural artworks to take inspiration from their unique forms and structures. Then, using seasonal blooms along with creative design techniques, you'll learn more... |
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| 272FDN359 | 10/19 | Mo | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Sculptural Foliage InstallationsThe world of floristry is embracing innovative techniques that transform leaves into woven textures, sculptural forms, and dramatic sweeping lines. In this hands-on class, explore the methods used to manipulate fresh foliage as you learn how to create a large-scale more... |
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| 273FDN356 | 03/09 | Tu | 10:00am-5:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Wedding Design: Ceremony & ReceptionDesign and create arrangements appropriate for the ceremony, season, and setting, including aisle and altar designs, pew arrangements, and banquet table centerpieces. Work with a remarkable array of flowers, foliage, and fabrics to create captivating garlands and columns. Discussions include more... |
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| 272FDN305A | 10/13 | Tu | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Wedding Design: PersonalsFlowers play a crucial role in creating a memorable wedding. Learn the elements of successful floral wedding design, including the art of fine wiring and taping to create corsages and boutonnieres with fresh flowers, ribbons, and bows. Advance to the more... |
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| 272FDN304A | 11/30 | Mo | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
| 273FDN304C | 03/30 | Tu | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
