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Charlie Groppetti AIFD CFD returns to TSFA on Demand with a four-part educational series highlighting seasonal designs. The very essence of Groppetti’s style is vintage-inspired designs cut from the landscape. His decades of experience in the industry include owning a flower shop in California for nearly 20 years. Spontaneous trips in an old flower shop van resulted in a collection of charming American primitives and rural European antiques that led to the development of The Park Hill Collection in 2007. While collecting, he and partner Todd Smith rediscovered their country roots, returning to the homesteading days of grandparents who could craft wonders from any ingredient, whether it was culinary, cloth or cuttings. Growing flowers on his farm located in Vilonia, Arkansas, Groppetti has found inspiration that is reflected in each gathered botanical bouquet. Log in to view the first two episodes in this series.
Renee Tucci AIFD PFCI has more than 20 years of design and leadership experience in the industry. She was inducted into the American Institute of Floral Designers in 2016 and Professional Floral Communicators International in 2018.
Tucci has participated in the Philadelphia Flower Show numerous times, including in 2020 when she was honored to be asked to produce The Princess Grace Rose Garden exhibit on behalf of the Embassy of Monaco and 2021 when she brought The Honey Hive exhibit to life. Her first book, Framing Floral Techniques, was published in 2021.
Connecting with fellow designers and bringing the floral community together are among her truest passions. As a speaker to many garden clubs, a freelance floral designer for several studios and an educator on several platforms, she is moved by the lives that she empowers with flowers.
Tucci fills the in-between moments of her life with her loving husband and her three chihuahuas. Some of her favorite things include Craspedia, coffee, carbs and good Mexican food (with a margarita on the side!).
Tips, Techniques and Seasonal Trends
Presenter: Renee Tucci AIFD PFCI
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TSFA is grateful to Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI for presenting an exclusive, in-depth, 15-part series illustrating the elements and principles of design. As a member benefit, the instruction is provided at no charge to TSFA members!
Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI is an accomplished floral designer, known throughout the United States for his beautiful floral compositions. His understanding and ability to teach floral design make him a sought after presenter.
Episodes Available
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 1 of a 15 Part Series
LINE
“the vital virtual path that directs eye movement through composition”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 2 of a 15 Part Series
FORM
1. “the shape or configuration of an individual component of a floral composition”
2. “the overall, three dimensional, geometric shape or configuration of a floral composition”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 3 of a 15 Part Series
SPACE
“the area in, around and between the components of the design, defined by the three-dimensional area occupied by the composition”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 4 of a 15 Part Series
TEXTURE
“the surface quality of a material, as perceived by sight or touch”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 5 of a 15 Part Series
PATTERN
1. “a repeated combination of line, form, color, texture and/or space”
2. “the silhouette of a flower or an arrangement as observed against its background, including solids and spaces”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 6 of a 15 Part Series
FRAGRANCE
“a sweet or pleasing odor, perceived by the sense of smell”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 7 of a 15 Part Series
SIZE
“the physical dimensions of line, form or space”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 8 of a 15 Part Series
COLOR
“the visual response of the eye to reflected rays of light”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 9 of a 15 Part Series
BALANCE
“a state of equilibrium, actual or visual; a feeling of three dimensional stability”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 10 of a 15 Part Series
PROPORTION
“the comparative relationship in size, quantity and degree of emphasis among components within the composition; the relationship of one portion to another or of one option to the whole”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 11 of a 15 Part Series
DOMINANCE
“the visual organization within a design that emphasizes one or more aspects. When one element is emphasized, others are subordinate.”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 12 of a 15 Part Series
CONTRAST
“emphasis by means of of difference; strength through opposition”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 13 of a 15 Part Series
RHYTHM
“visual movement through a design, usually achieved through repetition or graduation”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 14 of a 15 Part Series
HARMONY
“compatibility; a pleasing or congruent arrangement of parts”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
The Elements and Principles of Floral Design
Part 15 of a 15 Part Series
UNITY
“oneness of purpose, thought, style and spirit”
Presenter: Tim Farrell AAF AIFD PFCI
