Course Overview
If you’re passionate about native flowers and wildflowers then you will thrive in this course!
Using seasonal native flowers, fresh from the flower markets you will learn to create stunning arrangements perfect for your home decor or as a thoughtful gift.
Throughout the course, you will immerse yourself in various techniques for arranging native flowers, exploring an array of containers to create stunning displays. From elegant glass vases to striking frontal arrangements in classic containers, you will learn the art of showcasing native blooms in a variety of styles.
Under the guidance of our experienced tutor, you will gain specific skills in arranging native flowers, understanding how to highlight their natural beauty and combine them in different settings.
By the end of the course, you will not only have learned various flower arrangement techniques but also have developed a newfound confidence in creating your own stunning native-themed floral displays.
This short course is suitable for all levels – from complete beginners to intermediate and experienced students who want to build on their current skills by experimenting with native flowers.
Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!
What you will learn
Course outline
You will learn:
- Seasonal floral creations
- Floral philosophy, such as colour, texture and positioning
- Tips and techniques such as how to cut the flowers and flower care
- Where to buy florist supplies and flowers
- Tips and ideas on how to present your Native flowers in your home
- Natives that are in season
Course outcome
It is intended that by the end of the course you will know:
- How to care for your natives
- How to arrange your natives in different containers
- What equipment to use for arranging natives
- Element of placement and colour
- How to combine creativity with floristry technical skills
What you need to know
Entry requirements
No experience required. This course is suitable for beginners and those wishing to build on their current flower arrangement skills.
What you need to provide
Students will need to bring:- $40 for subsequent lessons (this will be for all flowers and sundries)
- Pen and notepad
- Secateurs or florist scissors
Please note: The teacher has florist scissors ($6) and rose strippers ($4) if you want to purchase them.
You will be provided with:
- Fresh flowers (details confirmed each week)