Earn a certificate in Floral Design Principles after you successfully complete this series of 4 consecutive classes. Classes focus on fresh flower arranging and are taught by Crystal Oleskevich, who owns her own floral business. Your instructor will submit documentation for certification once you’ve completed all four of the required courses. Certificates are issued by Arapahoe Community College. Courses Include: Introduction to Floral Design Principles Demonstration: Explore how to put flowers together using proven design principles. Get tips on purchasing fresh flowers and caring for flowers from your garden. Discuss the right tools and their care to create beautiful designs in this demonstration class. Concepts and Containers: Learn to create arrangements. Discuss styles including traditional, contemporary, oriental, funky, seasonal and special events. Explore color, focal point, pop, texture, volume and size. Make an arrangement to take home, container provided. Creating Style, Shape and Color: Learn to utilize shape and color to create a stylish arrangement for any occasion. Bring your own favorite vase or container and make an arrangement to take home. Arrangement Workshop and Critique: The culminating workshop brings your flower arranging skills together. Make an arrangement to take home.