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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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Floral Cloud: Hanging Floral InstallationCascading and suspended floral installations add an elegant and whimsical element to both grand and intimate spaces. Using a variety of dried and preserved flowers and foliage, you'll unleash your creativity as you learn the specific techniques and mechanics to more... |
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| 271FDN455B | 09/10 | Th | 10:00am-2:00pm | Mele | 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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| 264FDN110B | 05/30 | Sa | 11:00am-2:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
| 271FDN110D | 08/13 | Th | 11:00am-2:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Floral Tablescapes: SpringFrom 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 more... |
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| 264FDN321 | 04/18 | Sa | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Floral Tablescapes: SummerFrom 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 more... |
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| 271FDN432 | 08/12 | We | 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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| 263FDN210D | 03/05 | Th | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
| 271FDN210C | 08/15 | Sa | 11:00am-1:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Flower Power Arranging: Designing with Tie-Dyed FlowersPainted, dyed, and hybridized flowers have been center stage in the floral design world for a decade, so in celebration of the power of flowers to withstand change and evolve with the vibes of the time, learn how flowers can more... |
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| 264FDN423 | 05/05 | Tu | 10:00am-2:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
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Spring Flower CrownsSimple yet elegant—floral crowns evoke nature and romance. Far from being a hippie throwback, flower crowns remain trendy for summer music festivals, parties, and weddings. Fashion your own crown using seasonal blooms and fresh foliage in this tranquil, hands-on class. more... |
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| 264FDN126 | 04/24 | Fr | 11:00am-1:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
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The Art of Floral Design and PhotographyUnleash your inner artist as you spend the day styling and photographing florals. In this class, you'll create a seasonal floral arrangement and learn to photograph it with artistry and intention using your phone. Explore techniques for styling and composing more... |
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| 271FDN420A | 09/25 | Fr | 9:00am-4:00pm | Mele Jamison | NYBG |
| 271FDN420B | 09/26 | Sa | 9:00am-4:00pm | Mele Jamison | NYBG |
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The Mechanics of FloristryThere are many ways to bend nature into desired designs, but learning these techniques takes time, patience, and practice. Through hands-on experience, explore the many methods to manipulate floral materials to work in your favor—such as altering a stem's shape, more... |
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| 264FDN360 | 06/08 | Mo | 10:00am-2:00pm | 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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| 264FDN305 | 05/20 | We | 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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| 263FDN304B | 02/28 | Sa | 10:00am-4:00pm | Mele | NYBG |
| 263FDN304C | 03/30 | Mo | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
| 271FDN304 | 09/16 | We | 10:00am-2:30pm | Mele | NYBG |
