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Floral Design Intensive

An Immersive 3-Day Course for Floral Designers, Freelancers & Event Team Members

The Floral Design Intensive is the next evolution of our highly sought-after Flower Freelance Intensive, reimagined into a focused three-day format.

Rooted in the fast-paced event landscape of the Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia region, this course centers on foundational mechanics, bouquet design, and large-scale installations, emphasizing intentional design, strong structure, and confident execution.

The course is taught by the experienced and deeply talented team of Sophie Felts Floral Co designers, who bring a wide range of perspectives, techniques, and real-world event experience into the classroom. Through demonstrations, hands-on design, and guided critique, students gain technical confidence and refine their design skills across multiple floral formats.

This course is ideal for freelancers, studio team members, and floral designers looking to strengthen their craft and grow within a professional event environment.

We are offering two sessions this year:
MaRCH 25-27, 2026
APRIL 2-3, 2026

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Flower Fundamentals:
Your Workshop Guide

This class is appropriate for those with and without experience. Please bring a strong work ethic, the ability to be physically active for long periods of time and a love of flowers. 

If you're a floral business owner with a referral, please complete the form at the bottom of this page. One of our team members will reach out to you promptly. Click the button below to access the form.

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      • Foundational Floral Principles

        • Mechanics and structure

        • Balance, proportion, movement, and scale

        • Intentional ingredient selection and color relationships

      • Flower Processing & Conditioning

        • Efficient processing techniques

        • Care for specialty blooms

        • Clean mechanics and time awareness

      • Centerpiece Design

        • Foam and alternative mechanics

        • Building strong internal structure

        • Creating fullness without excess

        • Guided hands-on design with critique

      • Bouquet Design

        • Hand-tied bouquet mechanics and grip

        • Shape, movement, and negative space

        • Translating garden-inspired design into handheld forms

      • Elevated & Installation-Scale Design

        • Working with scale and proportion

        • Layered mechanics for stability

        • Designing with visual impact and intention

      • Design Refinement & Critique

        • Group critique and feedback

        • Identifying strengths and areas for growth

        • Refining structure, flow, and composition

      • Floral Photography Basics

        • Styling and photographing floral work

        • Capturing designs clearly and effectively

      • Professional Event Environment Exposure

        • Working efficiently and confidently in a studio setting

        • Understanding expectations within a professional floral team

  • Sophie Felts Floral Co Studio
    7115 Damascus Road
    Laytonsville, MD 20882

    Wednesday - Thursday 9:30am - 4:00pm

  • Accommodations are available for students to book at the Rio Lakefront as well as AirBnB’s. The nearest airports are BWI, Washington National and Dulles.

  • Our team pours our hearts into creating this thoughtful, time-tested curriculum and a warm, uplifting, flower-filled, knowledge-building experience. Light breakfast, all lunches, and a happy hour during the workshop are included in the pricing.

    $2999

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  • People creating floral arrangements at a workspace with multiple flower bouquets and greenery on a white table.

    Testimonial from Past Student

    “They are pleasant, responsive, and so creative. They took our out of the box idea of incorporating fruits into the florals and ran with it to make our fall decor dreams a reality. They truly made the decor of the evening spectacular, and we could not be happier with their service. Hire them and don't look back, it'll be the best and easiest decision you make.”

  • A woman arranging a bouquet of dark purple and pink flowers in a flower shop.

    Testimonial from Past Student

    “Whether you are freelancing a lot or applying your new knowledge to your own business the class pays for itself many times over!”

  • A woman crouching and working with green foliage and plants, with several plants in containers around her on a concrete floor against a plain white wall.

    Testimonial from Past Student

    “It’s nice to have input from so many different people so you can really start to discover your style. The flowers have been amazing, fresh, and beautiful. I love that we have so much opportunity to work on our own as well. You guys have done an incredible job organizing this!”

  • Two women are working together on a floral arrangement, holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers with branches, in a bright indoor space.

    Testimonial from Past Student

    “This workshop has far surpassed my expectations. So informative. So hands on. Fantastic, generous teachers. I like that I can say I’m a freelancer when complete.”

  • Three women sitting in a living room or indoor space, engaged in conversation, with decorative plants, flowers, and a mirror on the wall.

    Testimonial from Past Student

    “I liked that regardless of your skill level or years of experience all students were met with the same respect and appreciation. There was something, if not many things, that were learned by all who participated.”

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Elevate Your Floral Career

Ready to take your design skills to the next level? Apply now to join our exclusive 3-day intensive workshop and transform your craft. Spots are limited—don’t wait!

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