Creative Floristry Contemporary
Subject Area
Art & Design, Fashion & Creative Crafts
Student Type
Adults
Study Mode
Part Time
Course Type
Community Learning
What is the course about?
This Creative Floristry: Contemporary course is designed for adults who have successfully completed our Basics, Design & Concepts, and Advanced floristry courses and are ready to further develop their skills. Building on your existing knowledge, you'll explore contemporary floristry techniques and create a range of inspiring designs, from modern bouquets to striking statement pieces. Throughout the course, you'll continue to refine your creativity, design skills and practical floristry techniques while producing a variety of contemporary floral arrangements.
Why should I choose the course?
You should choose this adult course if you want to continue developing your floristry skills and explore more advanced, contemporary designs.
Building on the knowledge gained from our Basics, Design & Concepts, and Advanced courses, you'll have the opportunity to expand your creative techniques and develop more complex floral arrangements.
You'll create a variety of contemporary designs, from modern bouquets to eye-catching statement pieces, helping you refine your practical skills, enhance your creativity, and continue your floristry journey.
What will I learn?
During the course you will:
• Learn how to use variety of floristry mechanics to create a desired design shape.
• Promote sustainability by creating various structures that can be re-used in future designs.
• Manipulate foliage to create shapes and surfaces in floral designs.
• Apply floristry principles and elements to your designs.
What will the course lead on to?
After completing this course, you can continue developing your floristry skills through a range of themed short courses, such as Spring, Summer, Wedding and Christmas floristry, as well as Flowers from Around the World, subject to availability.
The course also provides a foundation in floristry techniques, helping you build the skills and confidence needed to progress onto an accredited floristry course.
What support is available?
We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if required, as well as a Wellbeing Team that is on hand to offer guidance, support and help when needed.
Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college. For more information, please visit: https://wvr.ac.uk/college-life
Why should I choose to study the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College?
Based at Winsford Adult College, this course gives you the opportunity to learn and develop your floristry skills in a relaxed and supportive adult learning environment. You'll benefit from expert guidance from knowledgeable tutors, helping you build on your existing experience while exploring new techniques and creative ideas.
Whether you're looking to further your personal interest in floristry or continue your progression into more advanced courses, you'll be supported every step of the way by a team committed to helping you achieve your goals.
What are the entry requirements?
To enrol on this course, you must have attended previous floristry courses at the college, including the advanced course. If you haven’t attended these courses, you should have previous skills and knowledge of basic floristry.
This floristry course is for adults aged 19+.
What are my funding options?
For more information about funding, please contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494400 or email learner.services@wvr.ac.uk.
Are there any additional costs associated with the course?
The college will provide the basic flowers, foliage and materials to complete your weekly design. You will be required to bring some foliage each week to enhance your design and your own containers, your tutor will advise on this at the first class. You will also need to bring a pair of floristry or household scissors.
If you are sensitive to handling flowers or foliage, we recommend you wear gardening or rubber gloves to protect your hands.
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