Cascade Bouquets & Floral Photography
October 22 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Participants will design a cascade wedding bouquet in a wet foam bridal bouquet holder. Pete will also demonstrate and show how to construct a wired-and-taped cascade tail, select the best flowers, and distinguish three classic styles; traditional cascade, teardrop, and waterfall. You will also be shown how to create pocket flowers for the groom and groomsmen. Photography instruction is woven throughout, so you’ll leave knowing how to capture your finished work for client proposals, websites, and social media.
4:00–6:00 PM | Shopping & Light Meal — free and open to all
6:00–8:00 PM | Hands-On Workshop — ticketed to participate, free to watch
Members Ticket: $60
Non-Members Ticket : $120
Watch Only Ticket: FREE
Instructor: Pete Samek AIFD, CFD
Pete Samek is an accredited member of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD), holding both the AIFD and Certified Floral Designer (CFD) credentials. He has spent much of his career with FTD, where he served as a Quality Services Representative.
A recognized design educator, Pete has taught at events like FTD’s Boot Camp, instructing design sessions built around seasonal trend forecasts and offering critiques to help designers refine their technique. Over the years, Pete has also been a regular presence at the Great Lakes Floral & Event Expo, delivering main stage shows and instructing numerous hands-on workshops for designers looking to grow their skills. His teaching extends to public design demonstrations as well.
Pete has been an active AIFD volunteer leader for years. He has served as the North Central Chapter’s Regional Chapter Representative on the AIFD National Board, and continues to serve on national committees, including the Education Committee and the Members Committee. Pete served many years as Assistant Director at the American Floral Art School in Chicago under the direction of owner Jim Moretz AIFD.
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