event
Design & Decor
workshops
If you have ever planned an event of any size, you understand that the magic happens behind the scenes. This workshop is designed to strengthen and enhance your event planning skills while giving you the tools you need to run a successful business.
2 & 3-Day Hands-On Experiences
Workshop Description
Our goal is to give you the confidence to execute engaging events, leaving your guests with a positive, lasting impression. You will learn how to cooperate with your clients as well as other vendors while showcasing your design & decor expertise.
Styling an event has a distinct advantage: Advertise your service with each job you complete and attract new clients from your expertly styled projects using the skills and knowledge in this course.
Workshop Topics
These workshops are designed for individuals willing to enhance their skills through hands-on learning, and will include the following modules:
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Silk & Fresh Floral Design
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Tablescape Design
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Pipe & Drape Design
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Setup Techniques
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Event Pricing
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Building a Team
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Contracts and Negotiations
Investment
April 26 & 27
June 27-29
2-Day Design Course
$1,000 $895 per person
3-Day Design Course
$1500 $1,200 per person
Friday, April 26 · 7 - 10pm
Saturday, April 17 · 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday & Friday 7 -10 PM
Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM
Registration Fee is Non-Refundable, Seats are limited.
All participants must participate in three (3) hands-on events to receive a Certificate of Completion.
Payment flexibilty options are provided.
Fundamentals first, then Decor!
Who is this workshop for?
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Event Designers/Stylists
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Event Planners
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Church Hospitality Ministries
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Event Management & Logistics
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Those Interested in entering the industry
DESIGN STRATEGIES & SKILLS
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Examining and creating floor plans
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Color Scheme and Venue Styling
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Key Elements of Event Design
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Where to look for inspiration and décor techniques
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Tablescaping techniques
CLIENT INTERACTIONS
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Translating vision into practical application
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Preparing Proposals, Contracts & Negotiations
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Pricing Event Services
THE ART OF FLORAL DESIGN
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Silk & Fresh Flower Arrangements
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Centerpieces, Bouquets & Boutonnieres
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Using a Steelpix Stemming machine to create large floral centerpiece
PIPE & DRAPE
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How to design Pipe & Drapes
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Creating Backdrops
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Easy styling with layers
EVENT PLANNING LOGISTICS
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Building your Team
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Working with Vendors, Technicians, Security & Wait Staff
It can be very tempting to want to jump right in and begin to choose the elements of styling too early. In this workshop, you will learn the fundamentals behind event design first so you approach projects professionally and responsibly while being fully prepared to plan successful events.
UPCOMING
Workshop Dates
April 26 & 27
June 27-29
Workshop Gallery
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