Botanical Styling — advanced floristry short course

A hands-on botanical styling intensive designed for florists and creatives in Australia. Explore textural palettes, natural form, and sustainable sourcing for editorial, retail and event work.

Suitable for intermediate florists and confident beginners completing a Certificate in Floristry or short course learners.

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Course overview

Botanical Styling p4 is a focused 2-day short course delivered in Melbourne and selected regional locations across Australia. We combine sustainable sourcing, plant anatomy, advanced mechanics and composition for editorial shoots, installations and boutique retail displays. The course aligns with floristry courses Australia best practice and complements online floristry course Australia modules.

Duration

2 days (intensive) with optional follow-up mentoring

Level

Intermediate — suitable after a beginner floristry course Australia or equivalent experience

Outcome

Portfolio-ready botanical styling pieces and a certificate of attendance

Modules & learning outcomes

Module 1 — Material literacy

Plant identification, seasonality, sustainable sourcing and handling for native and exotic foliage used in botanical arrangements.

foliage study

Module 2 — Structure & mechanics

Invisible support systems, armature creation and assembly techniques for lightweight installations and wearable pieces.

mechanics and armature

Module 3 — Composition & editorial

Using line, texture and negative space for photography and editorial styling. Direction for light, camera and set collaboration.

Module 4 — Business & sustainability

Pricing botanical work, client briefs for events, and ethical waste-minimisation practices for florist training Australia.

Instructor

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Maya Lin — Lead Floral Designer & Educator

Maya brings 12+ years of floristry experience, a Diploma in Floristry (AUS), and editorial credits across Australian publications. Her teaching focuses on plant-led aesthetics, safe mechanics and sustainable practice.

Available for guest mentoring and portfolio feedback sessions.

Frequently asked questions

Intermediate skills recommended. Beginners who have completed a beginner floristry course Australia will be comfortable with the pace.

Basic materials and plant supplies are included. Participants are advised when to bring tools or specific props for wearable pieces.

Yes — optional follow-up mentoring and a private alumni group for feedback and industry opportunities.

Upcoming dates & fees

LocationDatesAvailabilityFee (AUD)
Melbourne Studio12–13 Aug 202612 seats$420
Byron Bay Pop-up3–4 Sep 20268 seats$450
Online (materials list)Self-paced + live reviewOpen$220

Ready to style with nature?

Join Botanical Styling p4 to expand your floristry practice with botanical confidence.