Your tutor Mark Garvie, is an international award winning floral designer. He has over 28 years experience in floristry and has travelled across Europe creating designs for events and weddings. Originally from the UK, Mark established his own floral business there before moving to Ireland and becoming part of the team at Adonis. He has tutored and demonstrated the art of floral design throughout the UK and now Ireland.

Each class will cover 1 design style, and during each class, you will also be shown how to condition (treat) and look after fresh flowers.

All materials will be supplied on the day, and a selection will be available to purchase during and after the class. Classes run from 7pm-9pm in our shop on Patrick street.

You can even purchase a class online, just click here. 

 

 

Summer 2019 Class schedule:

 

Wednesday, June 19th: Designs in glass vases

Ever wanted to learn how to create amazing designs in glass vases just like those fancy hotels do? Your tutor Mark Garvie shall show you how to design and create stunning floral displays in glassware perfect for your home. Something different than the standard vase of flowers. Mark shall demonstrate a number of designs and you will get to pick one and create it for your abode or as a lovely gift. Vase included.

Price €65 per person

 

Wednesday, June 26th: Bridal Posy Class 

This class will show you how to design and create the perfect brides posy bouquet. You shall be shown how to put your flowers and foliages together to create a stunning design for any bride. There shall be little hints and tips on how to create your design and your tutor Mark shall guide you in the finishing touches for the perfect posy. All materials are supplied.

Price €75 per person 

 

Wednesday, July 3rd: Oasis Arrangements 

This class will show you how to design floral arrangements using traditional oasis in containers. You will be shown how to condition your flowers and foliage and how to arrange them beautifully in an oasis base, to create a stunning centrepiece arrangement. This technique is often used as a “pedestal” arrangement for ceremonies or for table arrangements. 

Price €65 per person 

 

Wednesday, July 10th: Posy Handtied Bouquets 

The handtied bouquet is the most popular floral design and here at The Adonis flower School we give you the opportunity to learn how to make beautiful handtied bouquets for your home or to give as a gift. During this class, you will be shown how to create several designs using the same selection of flowers, receive tips on how to wrap and present the bouquet, and then given the choice which you would like to recreate yourself and take home with you to enjoy. We will also show you how to condition and look after fresh flowers and talk through the basic concepts of floral design.

Price €65 per person

 

 

Notes: 

• Classes are restricted to a maximum of 6 students and run from 7-9pm on the day
• Places are held only when payment has been made
• If, in the event that you cannot make a class and cancel your place, we will put your name down for the next suitable class, on condition that we can fill your place on the original class. If the position cannot be filled, we will be unable to refund the payment.