The AIFD® National Symposium in Las Vegas once again brings you amazing hands-on learning experiences. Designed for everyone, these interactive sessions are especially great for those seeking to gain more experience or perhaps look to become CFD® or AIFD®.
About these AIFD® Classes
- These dynamic classes are a combination of lecture/demonstration and hands-on application. Taught by leading floral artists, they have been specifically created for the AIFD® audience.
- Pre-registration encouraged, and you must select classes, dates, and times.
- Participants receive a certificate upon completion of each course.
- Flowers and materials are included in the cost of the class.
- Bring your own tools (knife, scissors, wire cutters, needlenose pliers, etc.).
- The classes do not overlap the main stage programs of AIFD® Symposium.You can attend the classes and attend AIFD® Symposium.
- Seating is very limited to ensure a quality experience. You may only select one workshop per day/three (3) courses maximum.
- Each Hands-on class earns 2 CEUs for AIFD/CFD
AIFD® HANDS-ON DESIGN CLASS #100
July 5 – 8:00 A.M. – 9:30 A.M. | July 6 – 7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M.
Cost: Free/$29 on-site, if available
“Motion Captured”
Instructor: Colin Gilliam
The dynamic power of video is undeniable in modern marketing. This is a tool to propel your business forward in the world of social media. Learn simple filming techniques, basic storytelling and editing methods that will take your videos to the next level! Bring your Smart Phone!
Sponsored by Diamond Elite Partner Hawaii Tropical Flower Council & Hawaii Floriculture and Nursery Association
AIFD® HANDS-ON DESIGN CLASS #200
July 5 – 8:00 A.M. – 9:30 A.M. | July 6 – 7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M.
Cost: Free/$29 on-site, if available
“The Picture Perfect”
Instructor: Nico Alsemgeest
We dive into the basics of photography with an eye on the details of this art form. We will explore lighting, surroundings while capturing the visual content for images for social media and websites. Together with Hanneke Frankema, we will talk about how we coordinate the art of
floral design and photography and the importance of having Perfect Pictures!
Sponsored by Gold Elite Partner Floral Supply Syndicate
AIFD® HANDS-ON DESIGN CLASS #300A
July 4 – 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Cost: Free/$29 on-site, if available
“Sticks & Bones”
Instructor: James Lutke
Take part in a group installation workshop to help construct a major sculptural structure for the opening of the ROOTS RADICLE gallery. Working alongside the artist, you will experience his vision. It takes this spirit of collaboration to make the sculptural form come to life. ‘Sticks are the bones but it is art that saved me’ –James Lutke
Sponsored by Diamond Elite Partner Syndicate Sales
AIFD® HANDS-ON DESIGN CLASS #300B
July 5 – 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Cost: $69/$89 on-site, if available
“Triangular Chaos”
Instructor: James Lutke
Create an understructure with the technique of an armature
combined with the strength of the triangular shape. You
will work with familiar materials in an uncommon way. This
armature becomes both sculptural and functional, providing
a unique opportunity for adding flowers in multiple ways.
Sponsored by Diamond Elite Partner Syndicate Sales
AIFD® HANDS-ON DESIGN CLASS #400
July 4 – 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
Cost: $149/$179 on-site, if available
“Emergence”
Instructor: Emil Yanos AIFD, CFD
Experience designing flowers with Emil’s exquisite Ceramic Sculptures and learn to tell its story through a conversation with the artist. Understanding form, texture and details, you will have an opportunity to absorb the creative process of ceramic art. You will add the floral component that completes this collaborative work of art. Take home a one-ofa-kind vessel by an award-winning ceramic artist.
Sponsored by Gold Elite Partner Greenfield & Co.
AIFD® HANDS-ON DESIGN CLASS #500
July 6 – 7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M. | July 7 – 7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M. |
July 8 -7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M.
Cost: $69/$89 on-site, if available
“Hand Tailored Botanical Structures”
Instructor: Jorge Uribe AIFD, CFD, EMC
The Botanical Structures created in this workshop will feature an efficient and fun way to fabricate organic and decorative structural art. The use of this construction will transform your everyday floral, wedding and corporate arrangements into floral art.
Sponsored by Platinum Elite Partner CalFlowers
AIFD® HANDS-ON DESIGN CLASS #600
July 6 – 7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M. | July 7 – 7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M.
Cost: $69/$89 on-site, if available
“Fibonacci Sequencing in Everyday Design”
Instructor: Leopoldo Gomez and Cindy Pham AIFD, CFD
Elevate and maximize the pure potential and aesthetic beauty that your floral designs can convey by expanding your vision for the level of artistic floristry. Master the concept of the Golden Mean by applying this extremely valuable knowledge to artistic floral creations.
Sponsored by Diamond Elite Partner Teleflora
AIFD® TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP #700
July 7 – 7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M. | July 8 – 7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M.
Cost: $69/$89 on-site, if available
“Blooming Beyond Your Brand”
Instructor: Shawn Michael Foley AIFD, CFD, Gina Thresher AIFD, CFD, EMC, Ursula Gunther CFD, EMC and Rebecca Raymond EMC
Our savvy team will share useful, in-depth methods with easy-to-follow social media strategies on HOW to elevate your branding, HOW to glam your marketing and HOW it results in increased sales!
Sponsored by Diamond Elite Partner Floriology powered by Bloomnet
AIFD® HANDS-ON DESIGN CLASS #800
July 8 – 7:00 A.M. – 8:30 A.M.
Cost: $69/$89 on-site, if available
“Spirit of Aloha: The Art of Lei Making”
Instructors: Sue Tabbal-Yamaguchi AIFD, CFD, EMC, Brenna Quan AIFD, CFD and Lois Hiranaga AIFD, CFD
Aloha! “E hele pu mai me makou no kahi hale hana lei!” Join us for a lei-making workshop! Share in the Aloha Spirit by learning the techniques to create a Lei po o; the flower crown, in a Hawaiian Wili style and a Lei Hilo, a ti leaf rope-style adornment. These are traditional methods used for creating this symbol of love, friendship, celebration, honor and greeting.
Sponsored by Diamond Elite Partner Hawaii Tropical Flower Council & Hawaii Floriculture and Nursery Association
Gift Certificates can be purchased by clicking the “Roots Information” button above.
