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Curso de Florista

From 350.00€

This course is designed for professionals who want to update their techniques, or floral art enthusiasts who dream of working with flowers and creating unique and striking arrangements. If you want to transform your life and aren't sure where to start, this is the course for you. You'll learn the basics so you can start working professionally.

Florist Course

Professional Program
Floral Art

Learn Floral Design in our production greenhouses in Montijo, Portugal's flower capital.
Sign up now and turn your passion for Floral Art into a successful career!

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Features

Additional Information

Details
Duration:

4 Days (32h)

Schedule:

From 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Maximum capacity:

10 Participants

Materials:

Available during the course

Certificate:

Participation Diploma

Meals:

Lunches included

To be considered

The course is taught sequentially, meaning that only students who have already completed the previous levels can enroll in Levels 2 and 3.

Registration must be made no later than 7 days before the start of the course. Pending orders do not guarantee your place until payment is confirmed.

This course is not certified by DGERT, but offers high-quality content developed by experts in the field. Participation diploma included.

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The trainer

Meet the Course Mentor

Ricardo Costa

Events Coordinator

Ricardo Costa is a professional committed to passing on his vast knowledge throughout the 3 levels that make up this course, providing students with an enriching and comprehensive experience in the world of floral art.

Certified by the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) in the USA, as a Professional Flower Designer; Certified Floral Designer (CFD) in the USA; and by the Ibero-American School of Floral Art (EIAFA) in Spain.

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Main Themes and Objectives

Program Content

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
1
2
3
Level 1

Principles and Elements of Floral Design.

Handling, preparation and basic care of cut flowers and other materials related to Floral Art.

Study of the various floral forms and styles (decorative, symmetrical and asymmetrical, linear and vegetative).

Techniques for creating, interpreting and developing different types of floral compositions.

Introduction to Color (Colorimetry and Harmony).

Study of Symmetries and Asymmetries.

Balance, Proportion and Scale.

Practice in floral compositions for bouquets , centerpieces, funeral compositions and weddings (bouquets ).

Packaging.

Marketing & Sales (introduction to pricing and sales techniques).

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Level 2

Principles & Elements of Advanced Floral Design.

Structural techniques and their various applications in structured decorative compositions.

Technique for bouquet of Hand in Asymmetrical Decorative Style, with application of rhythm, sequence and textural groupings within the relationship of weight, light, chromatic harmony and aesthetic effect existing in the most varied Floral Compositions.

Evolving compositions within the Decorative, Linear and Vegetative (Organic) Styles.

Formal and Decorative Bridal Bouquets (Evolving Classics and Cascade).

Decorations for the bride's car.

Presentation of the various materials, tools and accessories applied to the most diverse occasions and floristry projects.

Art history and its application within the concept of decoration, architecture and event planning.

Calculation and management of values for the presentation and formatting of budgets necessary for the commercialization of the most diverse floral compositions and proposals to be presented for each type of event.

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Level 3

Advanced study of the Principles and Elements of Floral Design applied to the daily life of the professional florist.

Advanced study of the Chromatic Concept in its Harmonies, Balances, Temperatures and Contrasts.

Advanced study for the elaboration and balance of Total Mass x Ideal Mass in the context of planning during the process of creating and designing an event decoration.

Evolutionary Concepts with Wiring Techniques for bouquets Decorative Handbags, Lapels (Boutonnières), Bracelets (Wrist Corsages), Tiaras and Bandolettes.

Study and technical application of the Biedermaier Style in Funeral Compositions.

Study and technical application of the Hogart and Linear Minimalist Style for Decorative Floral Composition.

Study and application of the Concepts of Proportion x Scale in the various Decorative Compositions for Centerpieces (High and Low) to be used in decorations for weddings, christenings and events in general.

Presentation of the various materials, tools, accessories and techniques of use along with their specific handling.

Commercialization and Marketing Techniques for Event Planning (Step by step on how to present and sell a proposal for weddings and events in general).

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Location

In Production Greenhouses

Flores artesanais em lindas cores brilhantes
Florineve (Course Location)

Website: Florineve
Contact: +351 212 323 317
Address: Estrada do Seixalinho, 2870-491 Montijo
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/QU19yrGhLvs1c5EB6

Our florist course takes place on the premises of Florineve, the renowned flower production company located in Montijo, the already renowned Flower Capital. This location offers numerous advantages for our students:

Practical Experience: You will have the opportunity to learn and practice florist techniques directly at the source, with access to fresh flowers and high-quality materials.

Complete Immersion: Enjoy an immersive learning experience, where theory and practice meet in a place dedicated to flower production.

Interaction with Experts: Take advantage of the proximity to Florineve's experts, who could be partners in your future flower business.

Join us in Montijo and benefit from high-quality, practical training in a place that breathes floristry.

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Location

Where to stay

TRYP Montijo Parque Hotel

Website: TRYP Montijo Parque Hotel
Contact: +351 21 232 6600
Address: Av. João XXIII 193, 2870-159 Montijo
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/U8EcdYfSgVzZ2vhE8

B&B Hotel Montijo

Website: B&B HOTEL Montijo
Contact: +351 21 133 8222
Address: Av. Dom Afonso Henriques 34, 2870-154 Montijo
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/rXWmLbMm1eh7rDBx8

Flamingos Rio - Hostel

Website: Flamingos Rio - Hostel
Contact: +351 915 281 068
Address: R. Cidade de Portimão 225, 2870-457 Montijo
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/fG3c1m7HTcxS9cWa6

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Reviews

What our students say

21 avaliações de Curso de Florista

  1. Victoria Grigore –

    O curso está espetacular! Adorei a manheira como o professor esteve a explicar as tenicas e estilos das composições florais.

  2. Cidalina Abreu –

    Curso de Arte Floral fabuloso ministrado por um excelente pedagogo de composições florais.
    Estabeleceu uma dinâmica pedagógica de excelência com todas as pessoas do grupo de tal forma de motivou todas as alunas para o próximo curso.
    Adorei todo o processo de aprendizagem do qual sai muito enriquecida.
    Aconselho o curso para quem gosta desta arte.

  3. Leonor Silva –

    Fabuloso , pena só haver 1 por ano
    Curso intensivo e cheio de informação muito valiosa
    O Formador Ricardo vale 1000 estrelas 🌟 com a ajuda preciosa da Mila que nos ajudou muito
    Muito obrigada a todos que simpatia e excelência profissional

  4. Vera –

    Curso muito bom!!! Onde se aprende muitas técnicas da composição floral. O formador excelente!! Recomendo vivamente a quem está interessado a fazer esta formação!!

  5. Leandra Faustino –

    Curso cheio de informação e muito interessante.

  6. Beatriz –

    Curso bastante dinâmico e completo. O formador Ricardo sempre com boa energia e disposto a esclarecer qualquer dúvida. Recomendo vivamente!

  7. Shirlene –

    Gostei muito formador. Espero retorna logo para minha segunda formação com mesmo formador.

  8. Ana Paula da Silva Jacinto Carvalhal –

    Curso exelente. Dado por um profissional de mão cheia. Alguem que sabe transmitir saber e paixão pela arte floral. Obrigado ao professor Ricardo e a sua assistente Ticiane que ao lado do mestre muito nos ajudou e motivou.
    Uma palavra tambem para a florineve que tão bem nos recebeu. Até a comida era uma delicia. Todos muito simpaticos e acolhedores.

  9. Neuza Gomes –

    Sem dúvida um curso muito muito completo e intenso, como uma dinâmica espectacular, o professor Ricardo sem dúvida um dos melhores profissionais que encontrei até hoje. E não esquecer a Tisiane que ao seu lado fez toda a diferença durante todo o curso, recorrendo muito, vale muito a pena .

  10. Teresa Macedo –

    Curso intensivo, cheio de informação importante para começar a fazer composições florais com muita qualidade! Recomendo vivamente! Surpreendeu-me pela positiva!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have any questions?

You don't need any prerequisites apart from an interest in and passion for flowers and floral design. Otherwise, you only need to take the levels sequentially, i.e. only students who have already taken all the previous levels can take levels 2 and 3.

We compile the courses intensively in just 4 days, from Tuesday to Friday, from 9am to 6pm, giving a total workload of 32 hours.

The cost covers all the necessary materials, such as flowers and tools, the latter of which are only for use during the course, but can be purchased at the end. Also included is lunch, a visit to Florineve's flower greenhouses and a diploma of completion. The manual is not included.

Yes, level 1 is totally designed for beginners or the simply curious, with basic and fundamental techniques so that you can progress to the next levels.

Yes, namely levels 2 and 3, which focus on more complex techniques and current trends. However, level 1 is also ideal for some experienced florists who want to hone their skills.

This course is not certified by DGERT, so we can't call it a certificate but rather a diploma of participation. However, we guarantee that it offers high-quality content developed by experts in the field.

Yes, lessons are always in Portuguese. In cases where there are students of other nationalities, this can be translated into English or Spanish as necessary.

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