You’re Invited!
Wednesday and Thursday
April 19 - 20, 2023
Scottsdale, Arizona
Fleurmania
STUDENTS WILL LEARN:
Sustainable mechanics for wearables, centerpieces and installations
How to create movement and texture in arrangements by layering colors and building tone on tone
To balance color with texture and seasonality
A Hands-On Experience
for Floral Designers
for Flower Farmers and Gardeners
SUE MCLEARY and SHANTI RADE have been floral friends for many years. Dedicated and innovative, talented and energetic, Shanti and Sue are leaders in sustainable floristry, generously sharing their knowledge and creative spirits with florists and growers around the world. Sue is featured as the first Mayesh Design Star of 2023 and she has a new book, “Flowers For All,” launching in February 2023. Shanti has been growing vegetables and flowers in northern Arizona on about 15 acres, while also testing techniques and sharing knowledge with other flower farmers. Shanti serves on the board of directors for the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers.
CRYSTAL WHITEAKER is an experienced wedding and lifestyle photographer. She has gradually shifted her work to helping individuals and businesses to incorporate their core values into the soul of their brands, creating positive growth and change within communities. A sought-after panelist and podcast guest, Crystal was the keynote speaker at the recent 2022 “Call Me Artist” virtual summit for photographers. She will be photographing the workshop and leading the group in Empowered Leadership exercises. Crystal’s first book, “Brave Leadership is a Choice:An Inclusive Guide to Creating Belonging,” will be published in February 2023.
JORDAN MANEY is an experienced wedding planner who has shifted her work into education and business coaching for creatives who care about social justice. In 2020, she organized the virtual summit “Ally to Advocate,” connecting panelists and guests from around the world in various discussions about inclusivity, sustainability, spirit, action, resting, and building community. Jordan’s work has become more focused on the importance of rest in its various forms, recess for play, and radical joy. She has worked with florists and other wedding vendors in coaching to avoid burnout.
HEATHER McFARLAND is the creator of Floral Healing that combines fresh flowers with mindfulness and wellness tools. She is a therapist turned coach who uses her experience in the mental health field and her love of flowers to help people welcome ease, joy and abundance with fresh flowers. She offers certification in Floral Healing so people can use the model with themselves and others in their lives and work.
BEAUTIFUL BLOOMS FROM ARIZONA
Sue will lead students to create exquisite floral designs celebrating spring. Through demonstration, discussion and creation, students will learn how to mindfully construct wearable pieces that can be multi-purposed, floral installations and centerpieces without the use of floral foam.
Students will gain a greater understanding of the relationships between color, texture and form, using principles of artful design.
With flowers sourced from Whipstone Farms and other amazing local growers, students will be using the most beautiful spring flowers available.
All work will be photographed and will be available for student portfolios.
EMPOWERED ENVIRONMENTS
This workshop is designed to support you in building a sustainable business rooted in core values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
That also means finding a sustainable you, to avoid burnout and learn to rest!
The Presenters
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SUE McLEARY
Photo by Emily Berger
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CRYSTAL WHITEAKER
Photo by Paige Ray Creative
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JORDAN MANEY
Photo by Darkroom Foto
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SHANTI RADE
Photo by Shanti Rade
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HEATHER McFARLAND
The Agenda
WEDNESDAY APRIL 19, 2023
DAY ONE
9 AM - 4 PM
HEATHER McFARLAND will lead a guided meditation to open.
Using locally grown Arizona blooms from Whipstone Farms and other Arizona growers, we will design
WEARABLES AND CENTERPIECES
with SUE McLEARY
SHANTI RADE will be on hand to talk about her flower and vegetable farm in Paulden, AZ.
Lunch will be provided.
CRYSTAL WHITEAKER will be photographing the workshop. She will also lead the group in her class “Empowered Environments.”
THURSDAY APRIL 20, 2023
DAY TWO
9 AM - 4 PM
Today's focus will be installations, learning more about foam-free designs with local seasonal flowers with Sue and Shanti.
We will have great discussion and fun while setting up for the photoshoot.
Lunch will be provided.
We will have a professional model for photographs.
JORDAN MANEY will lead the group with her discussion of the importance of joy and rest.
The Logistics
LOCATION
THE CLAYTON HOUSE
3719 N 75TH ST.,
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85251
DATES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19
&
THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 2023
What’s Included
Innovative teaching for sustainable floral designs
Gorgeous florals sourced from local Arizona growers
All supplies necessary to create the designs in your own style
Hands-on design time
Leadership, Empowerment and Brand development discussions
Professional photographs with a professional model of your work for your portfolio
Gourmet lunch, snacks and drinks both days
An open, nurturing environment where you can ask all your questions
Lots of little surprises along the way
Fun people!
Creative Spirit!
Full Workshop Price:
$2100
after December 15, 2022
Investment
Payment Plans Available
FULL PRICE after December 15, 2022 is $2100.0
$1650 due for registrations on or after February 15, 2023
final installment of $450 due on March 15, 2023
($2100 paid in full for registrations on or after March 15)
Registration payments are non-refundable.
What You'll Learn At This Workshop:
new design skills with sustainable techniques and seasonal flowers
better photography skills
your role as an empowered business leader
Build the confidence to take your flower business to the next level.
Make lasting and meaningful connections that will help you move forward with intention to make our world a better place for people and the planet.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The workshop is in Old Town Scottsdale at the Clayton House. There are lots of great hotels in the area, and there also are options available on AirBnB or VRBO.
it’s pretty easy to get ride-share or taxi in the area.
Sky Harbor Airport is approximately 10 miles from the Clayton House venue, approximately 20 minutes away in average traffic.
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Your registration and payments are nonrefundable. View our full terms and conditions for the details on cancellation. If you cannot attend, you can find someone to take your place.
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Yes, you can choose a payment plan when you check out. There is no additional charge for using a payment plan.
if you can pay in full by December 15, you can take advantage of the $1800 Early Bird price. After December 15, the full price of the workshop is $2100.
Payment in full is due March 15, 2023.
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Bring your favorite snips and some comfortable shoes!! Also, bring your phone / camera and your laptop or tablet if you like.
Wear clothes that you feel good in as you will have the opportunity to have yourself photographed with your work if you want.
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Yes! You will get fresh inspiration from this immersive creative experience!
This workshop will focus on sustainable design techniques and principles that you can apply to your dream flower business or any other creative endeavors.
You'll have new ideas and more clarity on how to grow your business, whether you do event work, daily deliveries, sympathy work, or corporate florals.
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This workshop is perfect for florists with all levels of experience. It doesn't matter if you have formal training or qualifications. As long as your dream is to create an inclusive, sustainable and artful flower business, this workshop is for you!
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Yes! This is a supportive and nurturing environment for florists of all backgrounds, genders, identity, religion, race or ethnicity. This is the place to connect through florals!
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When you register, please add a note if you have specific food allergies or intolerances.