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3 Day Wedding/Event Workshop on February 20, 21, 22

Françoise — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:02:01 +0000

photos: Robert McNary

Wedding/Event Workshops are intensive and inspiring, providing insights and techniques developed over many years of European floral design. Classes begin with a lecture and presentation, where your input and questions are welcomed.

After a demonstration of floral techniques and mechanics, you will design your own pieces. You will hone your artistic talents, and will be encouraged to listen to your intuition and further your own vision. Classes are limited to four students to ensure valuable individual attention.

Dates: Monday February 20,Tuesday February 21,Wednesday, February 22

Time: 9am til 4pm (1 hour lunch break)

Where: At Françoise’s Studio

Cost: $900 – A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your space; the balance is due by February 6th.

For more information, please call 503-236-5829 or check my website

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: David Barss

photo: Nicole Wickens

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Nicole Wickens

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Honeysuckle Photography

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo; Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: David Barss

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Lincoln Barbour

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Mina & Mitch

Françoise — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:56:17 +0000

Late summer wedding at the gorgeous venue Gorge Crest Vineyards, which towers over the Columbia River in Washington State.

Wedding Date: September 23, 2011

Venue: Gorge Crest Vineyards

Coordinator: Amy with Blush

Photography: AJ's Studio

some more detail pictures that I took

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Val & Jamie

Françoise — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:42:42 +0000

Wedding Date: July 30, 2011

Venue: Home of bride's parents

Coordinator: Molli with Soiree

Photographer: Aisha Harley

Caterer: Food in Bloom

Cake: Le Cookie Monkey

Some more detail shots that I took

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3 Day Wedding/Event Workshop on December 5, 6, 7

Françoise — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:40:58 +0000

photos: Joni Shimabukuro

Dates: Monday December 5, Tuesday December 6 and Wednesday December 7

Time: 9am til 4pm (1 hour lunch break)

Where: At Françoise’s Studio

Cost: $900 – A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your space; the balance is due by November 28.

For more information, please call 503-236-5829 or check my website

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Deyla Huss

photo: Lincoln Barbour

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Davis Barss

photo: David Barss

photo: Davis Barss

photo: David Barss

photo: Lauren Brooks

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: Melissa Tomeoni

photo: David Barss

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Rebekah Johnson

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: Sara Gray

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Brandon Schmidt

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Woodland Cone Arrangements

Françoise — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:59:15 +0000

After the ceremony these cone arrangements can be placed on the chairs of the bridal party, or they can be used on the buffet table or on a mantle, or they can be attached to tent poles, or…

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3 Day Wedding Workshop on June 20, 21, 22

Françoise — Thu, 19 May 2011 15:23:07 +0000

photos: David Barss

Wedding Workshops are intensive and inspiring, providing insights and techniques developed over many years of European floral design. Classes begin with a lecture and presentation, where your input and questions are welcomed.

Dates: Monday June 20, Tuesday June 21, Wednesday June 22

Time: 9am til 4pm (1 hour lunch break)

Where: At Françoise’s Studio

Cost: $900 – A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your space; the balance is due by June 6th.

For more information, please call 503-236-5829 or check my website

photo: David Barss

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: Robert McNary

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Nicole Wickens

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

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May Wedding Workshop: Student’s Arrangements & Testimonials

Françoise — Tue, 17 May 2011 15:12:06 +0000

It was another great wedding workshop in the studio!

After spending three days in the flower heaven that is Françoise's studio, it was so hard to leave! This class was exactly what I was looking for and Françoise is exactly the teacher that I'd hoped for. It was a perfect blend of useful conversation, hands-on playtime, and awe inspiring demos. Françoise is so open and willing to share her experiences out of a genuine desire to help aspiring designers like myself learn the realities of the floral business while also gaining the courage to follow their dreams. It was profound enough of an experience that I expect to look back 5 years from now and credit her class for changing my life forever. Thank you, Françoise! – Tonya Ray

"Taking a class with Françoise has been on my to-do list for a very long time, and the real thing was even better than I could have imagined. The wealth of information that Françoise shares with her students, and her easy-going yet straight-forward approach allows for a super fun yet educational atmosphere. I learned to make the types of arrangements that I had been too intimidated to try in the past, and Françoise gives you the tools to make the most intricate of designs. I really can't say enough amazing things about Françoise and her class, and can't wait to come back and take more!" – Olga Miroshnichenko, Los Angeles

"I loved Françoise Weeks’ wedding workshop and would recommend it to others who love flowers. Her openness to share about her business and her gentle instruction make it easy for me to let go and be creative. Her studio was a wonderful place to spend time – one of those places that you just have to experience to fully appreciate. If you are an aspiring florist this class will give you a taste of the business and if you are already a florist this course will remind you of why you love what you do, allow you sometime to just “play” (with others who love the same craft) and give you the tools and instruction to do some of Françoise’s signature designs." Jeri Barr

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Three Day Wedding Workshop on May 4, 5, 6

Françoise — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 17:18:09 +0000

Photos: Rebekah Johnson

After filling the 3 day wedding workshop in April and receiving a couple more requests, I’m excited to offer a series in May. If you are interested in joining us, please call (503-236-5829) or email.

Dates: Wednesday May 4, Thursday May 5, Friday May 6

Time: 9am til 4pm (1 hour lunch break)

Where: At Françoise’s Studio

Cost: $900 – A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your space; the balance is due by April 20th.

For more information, please check my website

photo: Rebekah Johnson

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: David Barss

photo: Joni Shimabukuro

photo: Jamie Bosworth

photo: Brandon Schmidt

photo: Ambient Sky

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Tablescape for Portland Bride&Groom Magazine

Françoise — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 14:26:54 +0000

A huge Thank You to Amy Nuttman, owner of Blush Bridal Consultation Group, for the invitation to provide the flowers for the ‘Garden Glamour’ tablescape.

Designer: Blush Bridal Consultation Group

Calligraphy: Alesia Zorn

Rentals: Barclay Event Rentals

Cloche Jars and Vintage Cups and Plates: Girl’s Back Porch

Venue: Gray Gables Estate

Photography: Steven Scardina

And some close-ups that I took before the shoot

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Bird’s Nests

Françoise — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 17:51:58 +0000

It was such a pleasure to participate in a photo shoot last month. As the set-up was under a lone oak tree, it seemed that a bird’s nest theme would be a fun choice.

Deyla Huss Photography came up with the photo shoot concept and she invited fabulous vendors to participate:

Decor: Becky Simpson with No Ordinary Affair

Cake:Renae Heineck with Custom Cakes

Invitations: Angelina Koeppen with Water Lily Invitations

Make up: Jennifer Rand with Face Body Beauty

Thank you so much Deyla for the great pictures!

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