Instructor: Thomas Cawley
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The Program Coordinator, Tom Cawley, is a certified Master Designer with four decades of diverse experience in retail and high-end event production. He has created lush, large-scale projects for royalty, political figures, and society clients in France, Monte Carlo, Saudi Arabia, the U.K., and the U.S.; and for the past ten years, he has been an inspirational instructor here at NYBG. |
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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261FDN504D | 08/04 | Mo | 10:00am-5:00pm | Cawley | NYBG |
261FDN504B | 08/15 | Fr | 10:00am-2:00pm | Cawley | NYBG |
261FDN504C | 09/03 | We | 10:00am-2:00pm | Cawley | NYBG |
263FDN504 | 01/22 | Th | 10:00am-2:00pm | Cawley | NYBG |
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Floral Design Summer IntensiveIn just five weeks, you can complete all classroom credits toward the NYBG Floral Design Certificate, so you can get started on your internship requirement ASAP. Working one-on-one with floral design professionals, you'll create dozens of arrangements in diverse styles more... |
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261FDN950 | 07/07 | Mo | 10:00am-5:00pm | Cawley Woodson Mele Elfe Miura Braverman Norman Raimondi, CLP | NYBG |
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Fundamentals of FormLearn 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. |
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262FDN300A | 10/20 | Mo | 10:00am-2:30pm | Cawley | 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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262FDN302B | 12/17 | We | 10:00am-4:00pm | Cawley | NYBG |
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Magnolia Leaf WreathSouthern charm and hospitality come front and center with a glossy, richly decorated wreath of magnolia leaves on a door, mantel, or accent wall. Weave leaves into a wreath form, then complement shape and color with seasonal fruit, pine cones, more... |
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262FDN355A | 12/01 | Mo | 10:00am-2:30pm | Cawley | NYBG |
262FDN355B | 12/08 | Mo | 10:00am-2:30pm | Cawley | NYBG |
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Modern Sympathy DesignsSympathy arrangements, properly composed, pay tribute to a departed loved one and offer solace to the grieving. There are details to be discussed with a bereaved family, special etiquette to be observed, and a wide choice of designs that make more... |
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261FDN382 | 08/23 | Sa | 10:00am-4:30pm | Cawley | NYBG |
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Wedding Design II: 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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261FDN305C | 07/29 | Tu | 10:00am-5:00pm | Cawley | NYBG |
263FDN305B | 01/14 | We | 10:00am-2:30pm | Cawley | NYBG |