Assesment One- Part Two 16/05/2014

FdA Floristry Design
Level 4
Contemporary Design skills
16th May 2014

Assesment One - Part Two

Overall as the arrangement was larger than expected i didnt budget well for the size of the copper mesh collum. I spent a little more on the amount of anthiuriums i will use and added testubes as the stems of the anthiuriums were not long enough to stand in the posy.



Inspiration 

My inspiration came from an arrangement i have constructed in the past for a Birmingham conference. I wanted to enlarge and enhance the anthiurium shape and boldness.

Past design used for inspiration 15/05/2014

Development 

Step One 15/05/2014

Step One - Prep the oasis posy soaking in water and smoothing the sides, Copper wire needs to be rolled to a wide diameter so flowers can fit comfortably in, if height is required simple roll many wire mesh cylinders and fix together by lodging secure. Make sure your workmanship is tidy and neat. All sharp edges should be removed.
Neatly place the wire cylinder into the oasis, you should not need to secure the base as the oasis is a good enough base.

Step Two 15/05/2014

Step Two - Secondly moss the posy covering the oasis, pining with moss pins, ensure all gaps are filled including in the center of the design.
Step Three - To cover the foam edging use a creative border, i have chosen bark as it matches with the venues bar. you could use fabric or a ribbon design. For the bark i hot glued wires so the bark would easily slot into the oasis.

Step Three 15/05/2014

Step Four 15/05/2014

Finished Bordered Edge 15/05/2014

Wire test tubes onto the mesh cylinder, ensuring the tubes are equally apart to ensure balance and harmony around the design.
Cut the anthiurium stems to the correct size so they don't wobble.

Final design in venue sketch 

This sketch was planned before the developent it explains the scale of the design in the venue. It will sit at the end of the bar.


















Final design

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 The base i used Kermit and more bark to give more texture. The kermits were a good choice for the bottom as the circular shape helps contrast with the mesh.

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Overall the impact of the design was exactly as i wanted it to be ... bold, large, original. The antiuriums have a good flow around the cylinder as i took care to space the test tubes and do forward planning.
The hint of gold from the wire helps bring out the colour of the anthiurium and constrast with shapes.

Venue 

Arrangement in Venue 

Overall in the room in general it stand out. The scale of the arrangement is in proportion to the bar and the white helps bring out the chalk written on the blackboard.

Close up 

It took 30 mins to set up in the bar. Overall Nicola the bar owner was happy with the design and was willing to pays the rate fee rather than the hourly fee. She also commented that the design was "strong and unique"

15/05/2014 Assessment Part One

FdA Floristry Design

Level 4
Contemporary Design skills
15th May 2014

For the course we had to do a live assessment this involve working with a commercial business and creating a suitable arrangement for the venue. 

Assessment One - Arrangement for a Commercial Outlet 

exterior 24/04/2014

Venue: Chancery Coffee House (The Chancery, 22 MARKET PLACE, MALTON, NORTH YORKSHIRE, YO17 7LX)

Owner and Main contact throughout the assessment: Nicola 

Specification and venue

The venue is modern and has a sophisticated atmosphere. The color scheme is dark but natural light floods in from the front windows. The colors used are purples and taupe tones on the walls a bold dark violet is the feature room. Its accessorized with wood features and different varieties of vases.

The shapes seen in the venue are long and rounded; the large vase in the corner caught my attention and the lights above the bar. The impressive clock to end of the room is a focal piece to the whole room

The more angular shapes are black thick frames and black boards hanging from the walls, these themselves become statements. 

Inside Left View 24/04/2014

Right view of cafe 24/04/2014

I have decided to select the corner of the main bar (replacing the glass vase) this will be a brilliant area to display my arrangement. I will have to improvise with the sizing and height of the space. 

Vase area 24/04/2014

Sketches 25/04/2014

Final sketch 26/04/2014

These are many original sketches for my design i think they would would work well within the space.

I visited back to the venue with my sketches and she selected (final sketch) she said it would highlight the venues key design points such as the color and the materials. 

Even though she chose this design she has asked for certain specification such as bottom will be covered with bark to reflect the bar and the color of the anthiuriums being more muted. Originally i wanted green so we have changed to white i can understand this change as she want a more elegant, understated design. 

Gant chart over assessment 26/05/2014

Over the design i have chosen to select White anthiuriums and wire.

Further Reading 

History and Culture of Malton 

Malton is a market town and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England. Historically part of the North Riding of Yorkshire, has a population of around 13,000 people. It is located to the north of the River Derwent which forms the historic boundary between the North and East Ridings of Yorkshire.

The town is mainly Caucasian race, and has traditional routes. The culture of the area is traditional and a majority of shops close Sunday still. Market days are holding every Saturday.

Malton is the local commercial and retail center. In the town center there are many small traditional independent shops along with some high street names. The market place has recently become a meeting area with a number of coffee bars and cafés opening all day to complement the public houses. The town aims to become known as 'Yorkshire's Food Capital'.

The ‘We Love Malton’ campaign was launched in March 2009. It aims to reinvigorate the town of Malton as a 'Food Lovers' destination and raise its appeal with both residents and tourists.

Malton has strong links with Charles Dickens - all stemming from his close friendship with Charles Smithson, a solicitor based at offices in the town's Chancery Lane.  Smithson first met Dickens while he was in London as part of his legal training.

It is widely believed that the Chancery Lane offices were the model for Scrooge's counting house in A Christmas Carol, and that the church bells which feature so prominently in the novel were modelled on those of St Leonard's on Church Hill.

8/05/2014

FdA Floristry Design 

Level 4
Contemporary Design skills
8th May 2014

Modern Arrangement: Woven Design

This design consists of manipulating foliage, weaving is a great statement for any arrangement and creates a more edgier depth to the piece.

Inspiration 

Fig 1, Berghe M,V Fluer Creatif Spring 2013 

Fig 1 - This arrangement has created a weave that sits on top of an asymmetric vase. This contrasts and displays a harmonic balance. The weave is hidden under vivid flowers and creates a modern look

Fig 2, Berghe M,V Fluer Creatif  winter 2013 

Fig 2 - This design is large and would create a wonderful statement on a long table. The grass used in this design flows and hangs elegantly of its mechanics. The tone of the work feels gloomy and sad, i would of chosen more vivid foliage that would contrast with the purple vandas

Development 

Original sketch 8/05/2014

For my design i will use anthiuriums in a deep green, these flowers are very curvy and rounded, these flowers will contrast well with a hard mesh. With the mesh i will weave bear grass through to hide the container.

step one 8/05/2014

Step one - Prep oasis and mould to container. For the mesh i designed an aysemetric curved design that would complement the anthiuriums and add more depth to the design.

Step Two - Cut the bear grass to size and weave throughout the copper mesh.

Step Two 8/05/2014

The flower composition is important within this design and spacing is crucial for the balance.

Final Design 8/05/2014

Final Design 8/05/2014

Overall i was very happy with this design and the flower composition looks attractive over the weave detailing

Modern Arrangement: Cardboard Design 10/04/2014

FdA Floristry Design
Level 4
Contemporary Design skills
10th April 2014

Modern Arrangement: Cardboard Design

Innovative, unique design that brings a new take on recyclable resources. This style would look impressive at a corporate event or commercial outlet 

Sluis,M,V,D Creativity With Flowers 10/04/14

Fig.1 - This design is based on the contrast between soft and strong. The flowers are perfectly blended and emphasise growth.

Sluis,M,V,D Creativity With Flowers 10/04/14

Fig.2 - This design is alot more textured to Sluis other arrangement. Its style flows and is relaxed by its choice of delicate flowers.

Bruyne D,T Creativity With Flowers 10/04/14

Fig.3 - Here the paper claims all attention. The roughness of the torn paper forms a striking contrast with the softness of the flowers.













My Design 

Final Design 10/04/2014

For the cardboard design i grouped smaller and larger wheels of cardboard to create a layered effect. I think this creates depth and a contemporary twist to the Lily's

Final Design 10/04/2014

Final Design 10/04/2014

 The closed bud of the lily give it a mono tonal pallet with the greens reflecting the Eco theme.

Final Design 10/04/2014

Final Design 10/04/2014

The container i used was recycled and gives it a modern touch. I would use this container for a restaurant commission.

The Development

Constructing this arrangement was a long process due to the manipulation of the cardboard. To create the effect i layered different heights of cardboard and hot glued together.

Step one, 10/04/2014

Step Two 10/04/2014

Simply using corrugated cardboard, roll into cylinders and hot gluing in sections to secure your shape. To create different heights cut the cardboard a random widths.








To prep the container holding your arrangement mould oasis foam to fit. Fill to the brim making sure it doesn't overflow. If it overflows the cardboard will become soggy ruining the overall design.

Step Three 10/04/2014

Step Three 10/04/2014

To create height in your design insert long twigs which secures both the Lily's and the cardboard to the design.

Cardboard close up 10/04/2014

 http://oasisfloral.co.uk/






 

Fan Arrangement 03/04/2014

FdA Floristry Design
Level 4
Contemporary Design skills
3rd April 2014

Fan Arrangement 

The idea of the fan arrangement is to create sheer opulence and decadence to room. Stripping the leaves off the stems creates this bold positive space that balances with the flowers at the top. This style would look impressive at a corporate event or commercial outlet.


Inspiration

Sluis,M,V,D Creativity With Flowers 03/04/14

Fig.1 - Clear and strong but also elegant. The parallel lines and spirals bring in movement that make it surprising.  Spirals are a great decorative feature creates a graceful atmosphere.

Benjamin, P Creativity With Flowers 03/04/14

Fig 2 - Circle rounded shape. light delicate tones creates a soft romantic feel. Precise arrangement to enhance its delicate shape. The flowers chosen are overly soft and need a more sharper edge.














Development

Original Sketch 03/04/2014

Craspedia, Chins, Alstomeria, Celosia, Bear grass

My original plan was to arrange the shape in a thin linear line and divide the colours in a symmetrical sequence.
There would be no wires or accessories used, to keep it more natural

Step one 03/04/2014

Technique notes 03/04/2014

Choose a suitable container/vase for the design. Preferably a opaque so the oasis is hidden. Cut oasis to fit vase and soak.
 Technique 
Using these notes, I started constructed the arrangement starting with dogwood that's gives it that original line the flowers will follow. 

Final Design 03/04/2014

 Wish my vase wasn't discoloured by tape

03/04/2014

The celosia was much heavier than first expected. The overall focus of the design is much larger than expected compared to my sketch.

03/04/2014

 Purple wire create an electrical current through the flowers.

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Inspiration
http://www.perbenjamin.com/perbenjamin/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jipT5c7EU5o