Adult Education - New York Botanical Garden

Questions?
For course guidance or any
questions, contact the Program
Coordinator.
TRiSH O’SuLLiVAN
718.817.8594
fDNCoordinator@nybg.org
“In my floral design courses
at NYBG, gifted and capable
teachers offered a wide
range of design choices and
perspectives. Along the way,
I picked up a few floral jobs
and sought indispensable
advice from my instructors.”
—Jan L. Gordon,
Floral Design graduate
To register or for more information, call 800.322.NYBG (6924) • nybg.org/AdultEd
Floral Design
The Program Coordinator is TRiSH O’SuLLiVAN, of the Trish O’Sullivan Design Group, one of New
York City’s leading floral designers for the past 25 years. Among her creations are floral designs for
The Dr. Oz Show, living walls for the set of The Nate Berkus Show, and four- and five-star hotels. She
holds a Certificate in Floral Design from the Botanical Garden, where, as Coordinator, she incorporates
sustainable design practices while inspiring students with the beauty of nature.
Certificate Classes
fLORAL DESiGN fuNDAMENTALS: fORM
6 wednesdays, Sept. 19–Oct. 31 (no class Sept. 26),
6:15–8:55 p.m.
131FDN300 Section F, Manhattan, Robb Moss
4 Mondays, Sept. 24–Oct. 22 (no class Oct. 8),
10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
131FDN300 Section G, Manhattan, Yoli LaGuerre
4 wednesdays, Oct. 31–Nov. 28 (no class Nov. 21),
10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
132FDN300 Section A, NYBG, Thomas Cawley
4 Saturdays, Nov. 3–Dec. 1 (no class Nov. 24),
10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
132FDN300 Section B, Manhattan,
Trish O’Sullivan
4 Tuesdays, Jan. 8–29, 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
133FDN300 Section C, Manhattan,
Ingrid Druzeta
4 Mondays, feb. 25–March 18, 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
133FDN300 Section D, NYBG, Maureen Laning
6 wednesdays, March 20–April 24, 6:15–8:55 p.m.
133FDN300 Section E, Manhattan, Robb Moss
Learn how and why form, which includes shape
and line, underpins successful floral design.
From round and triangular to parallel line and the
Hogarth curve, understanding form, shape, and
line is key to designing beautiful and balanced
arrangements. A materials fee of $175 is due
upon registration. Please bring lunch to classes
meeting all day. We suggest you enroll in Floral
Design Fundamentals: Form–FDN 300 and Floral
Design Fundamentals: Style–FDN 302 early on in
the program.
$370/$340
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Learn how to create magic with flowers, from simple bouquets to large-scale
arrangements. Sculpt designs using a wide array of exotic and locally grown flowers.
Design simply for your own pleasure, a friend’s wedding, a large event, or build your own
floral design business. Enroll in a single class or pursue a Floral Design Certificate.
fLORAL DESiGN fuNDAMENTALS: STYLE
4 wednesdays, Sept. 19–Oct. 17 (no class Sept. 26),
10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
131FDN302 Section G, NYBG, Thomas Cawley
4 Saturdays, Sept. 22–Oct. 20 (no class Oct. 6),
10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
131FDN302 Section J, Manhattan, Trish O’Sullivan
4 Tuesdays, Oct. 30–Nov. 27 (no class Nov. 20),
10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
132FDN302 Section A, Manhattan, Yoli LaGuerre
6 wednesdays, Nov. 7–Dec. 19 (no class Nov. 21),
6:15–8:55 p.m.
132FDN302 Section B, Manhattan, Robb Moss
4 Mondays, Jan. 7–feb. 4 (no class Jan. 21),
10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
133FDN302 Section C, NYBG, Maureen Laning
6 wednesdays, Jan. 30–March 6, 6:15–8:55 p.m.
133FDN302 Section D, Manhattan, Robb Moss
4 Tuesdays, March 5–April 2 (no class March 26),
10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
133FDN302 Section E, Manhattan, Yoli LaGuerre
4 Saturdays, March 30–April 20, 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
133FDN302 Section F, Manhattan, Trish O’Sullivan
Learn the wide variety of styles that define floral
design. From romantic and English garden to
landscape and cascade, understanding the
foundation of these floral styles expands your
design options, evokes a certain mood, and
helps create the perfect setting. A materials fee of
$175 is due upon registration. Please bring lunch
to classes meeting all day. We suggest you enroll
in Floral Design Fundamentals: Form–FDN 300
and Floral Design Fundamentals: Style–FDN 302
early on in the program.
$370/$340