May 25 & 26, 2024 (On-campus Instruction)
(9:00 am – 5:00 pm)
Description
The Natural Mechanics class will give participants the opportunity to use a wide variety of
floral mechanics using natural materials such as bamboo, willow, aspidistra, and more. Kubari-like techniques, kenzans, and other natural floral mechanics will be demonstrated.
Upon completion of this 16 hour class, students receive a Certificate of Completion bearing the names of the Benz School and Texas A&M University.
LOCATION and FEES
Classes are held in the floral design studio at Texas A&M University in College Station, TX (Horticulture/Forest Science Building, Room 108). The tuition is $575.00 which includes all class materials (shipping), supplies, and printed hand-out materials. Full payment is required at the time of your registration.
Requested refund two weeks prior to scheduled class = full refund less $50.00 admin fee
Requested refund one week prior to scheduled class = 50% refund
Requested refund less than one week prior to scheduled class = no refund
PARKING
Parking is available in TAMU Lot 74. Parking permits are not required for WEEKEND ONLY parking in Lot 74 during summer break. Do not park in a “pay-for-use” or “24 hour reserved” spots.
Students must provide their own set of basic tools that would include a floral knife, stem cutters/snips, wire cutters and ribbon scissors.
Registration Instructions – click the underlined link “Benz School Marketplace” link below to register for this course online.
Benz School MarketPlace – then click on the “Classes” thumbnail and select the course that you would like to register for. Registration deadline is May 17, 2024.
Lodging
There are many motels/hotels in the Bryan/College Station area from which to choose. Please click the following link for a list from the B/CS Visitors Bureau:
Lodging List from B/CS Visitor Bureau
Additional Information
This course qualifies for 1.6 TAMU CEUs (16 hours)
For additional information, please contact Barbara Volk-Tunnell at 979.845.1699 or bvolktunnell@tamu.edu
