What to Expect – Pause Floral Workshops

Three days, one transformation

Pause is not a course. It's a slowing down. Three full days at Laborie Wine Estate, in the company of eighteen florists who understand the longing for something quieter — and the courage it takes to make it.

Students creating bouquets on Day One
Day One
Foundations & Floristry

Arriving into the world of Pause

Day one is about slowing down and opening up. We start with arrivals, coffee and introductions before diving into the foundations of floristry — principles, elements of design, and your first hands-on arrangements.

  • Arrival, coffee & introductions
  • Floristry 101 — principles & elements of design
  • Table flowers & styling: theory, demo & your own arrangements
  • Phone photography session
Student tablescape on Day Two
Day Two
Bouquets, Business & Guest Speakers

Finding your design voice

Day two is all about bouquets, business, and hands-on practice. Creating your own bouquets and personal flowers, plus time with guest speakers on the business side of floristry.

  • Bouquet theory, demo & your own arrangements
  • Freelancing etiquette & client relationships
  • Hydration chamber & personal flowers
Day Three editorial shoot
Day Three
Installations & Editorial

The grand finale

Day three is the crescendo. We cover the business of floristry, large-scale installation mechanics, and the day culminates in a full styled editorial shoot — your work, photographed beautifully, yours to keep.

  • All about the money — pricing & running a floristry business
  • Installation theory & mechanics
  • Building the installation together
  • Full styled editorial shoot with photographer
  • Professional photos of your work

Ready to begin?

Two dates in 2026, limited to 18 students each. Reserve your seat or send us a message — we respond within 24 hours.

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