Instructor: Nsombi Woodson

Nsombi Woodson
Nsombi Woodson is the founder of The Woodson Bloomery, an interactive floral art studio which teaches the artistic expression of floral design. In her 20 year career, her floral designs have been featured in the Kips Bay Decorator Show House, Elle Decor Magazine, Southern Bride Magazine, Coveteur, and Architecture Digest.

Classes by this instructor


The elegant Boho bridal bouquet continues to be on trend. Learn to design an asymmetrical array of blossoms accented by at least three different types of greenery using an egg cage, a technique popularized by Holly Heider Chapple as an more...
263FDN313O 03/15 Su 10:00am-1:00pm Woodson
ONLINE

Learn the techniques and secrets for creating chic, vintage-inspired arrangements in a trendy footed container. Walk through the step-by-step process of crafting a lush, romantic centerpiece. more...
264FDN349 06/17 We 10:30am-3:00pm Woodson
NYBG

Vibrant, locally sourced dahlias make for simple yet spectacular arrangements that are perfect for a mantel, entry table, or dining centerpiece. Take a page from trend-setting farm-to-table designers, and fashion a playful, free-flowing creation that showcases the exuberance of these more...
271FDN398 09/18 Fr 10:00am-1:00pm Woodson
NYBG

Bring cheer into your home and exercise your botanical creativity, with live, real-time guidance. Watch your fellow students' efforts online and get personal critiques from your instructor as you build your elegant arrangement with fresh flowers from your own garden, more...
263FDN243DO 03/07 Sa 10:00am-12:00pm Woodson
ONLINE

Roses, roses, roses! Their luxurious appearance, distinct scent, and incredible variety of colors and species make them the beloved "queen of flowers" and symbolic of love. Learn helpful and creative techniques for designing a lush arrangement—flowing with a wide variety more...
264FDN342 06/09 Tu 10:00am-1:00pm Woodson
NYBG

Learn the keys to successful floral design and master the mechanics needed to create round, triangular, parallel, and crescent arrangements. Experiment with shape, line, and symmetry while composing beautiful, balanced creations.
271FDN300B 09/15 Tu 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

Full, lavish arrangements to enhance entrance halls, ballrooms, parties, and hotels are always in demand. Learn the mechanics behind how these dramatic arrangements are designed and constructed. $240 materials fee.
263FDN502 03/21 Sa 10:00am-2:30pm Woodson
NYBG

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 more...
263FDN400C 03/25 We 9:00am-12:30pm Woodson
OFS
264FDN400A 05/20 We 9:00am-12:30pm Woodson
OFS
271FDN400BO 08/18 Tu 9:00am-12:30pm Woodson
OFS