I understand the sentiment, but I would suggest that in flower arranging there aren't rules to be broken, but principles to guide the choices we make and the risks we take. Principles that inspire creativity and courage in a way like nothing else quite can. They weren't made to be broken, but mixed in an infinite number of ways by the creator. They help us tell a story, express emotions, and they encourage. The elements and principles of design are like a language, and the linguists are known for skipping the small talk and shooting straight to the heart. The principles speak deeply, profoundly.

Balance, movement and rest. Repetition, color gradation, focal point, dominance and lines. Proportion, contrast, golden mean, rule of thirds, symmetry, asymmetry, proximity, radiation, pattern and unity.  Color, texture and shape. These are a few of the principles and elements we'll cover. And in addition to these, you'll see step-by-step implementation — the mixing and marrying of these powerful concepts.

This class is taught by me, Kelly Perry, owner of Philosophy Flowers.