EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES:

PIA
March 15 - Sub-Irrigation & Root Health with Vicky Cate, Dallas, TX
April 18 - Sub-Irrigation & Root Health with Vicky Cate, Green House Nurseries, Arleta, CA
April 19 - Sub-Irrigation & Root Health with Vicky Cate, The Plant Stand, Costa Mesa, CA
May 10-12 - Hospitality & Design Expo, Las Vegas, NV, www.hdexpo.com

Floral Design Institute

Seattle Learning Center:
911 Western Ave, #575
Seattle WA, 98104
 Portland Learning Center:
1500 NW 18th Ave #109
Portland, OR 97209

Pre-register: 1-800-819-8089
www.FloralDesignInstitute.com

March 15th, 2006 - Designing with Bulb Plants & Flowers
Join us for this bulb flower arranging class and create your own spring fantasy of cut flowers, bulb plants and springtime whimsy. A little jump start to the season is good for the soul.

March 21th, 2006 - Garden Style Bridal Bouquets
We will explore the various designs, share tips on the care and handling of fragile and temperamental garden flowers and demonstrate decorative finishes for bouquets as you create your own beautiful garden styled bridal bouquet.

March 27th, 2006 - Advanced Prom Corsages
Matching and enhancing the prom ensemble—plus: time saving and money making techniques that you can use with your customers today. Join us for this once a year, most important night and be the queen of the prom corsage.

March 29th, 2006 - An Introduction to Floral Design Basics
We’ll be reviewing the elements and principles of design as you create three designs to take home. All three of these arrangements are brand new to our classroom this year. We’ll also take an in-depth look at the contemporary design mechanics being used by professional floral designers today.

April 23-28, 2007 - Escorted Tour to Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Floral design professionals and enthusiasts invited for Canadian Floral Adventure

Lois A. Wallace, AIFD, - Florists and floristry students interested in updating their skills are invited to a Canadian Floral Adventure with two days of “hands-on” training with Hitomi Gilliam, AIFD, one of the foremost floral designers and instructors to be found anywhere in the world today. Included as part of the tour will be one morning’s visit to the Flower Auction in Burnaby, B.C. This will be an exceptional chance to see a Dutch-style auction in action.

Classes and auction will be exciting enough, but add to it the visual splendor of Vancouver, B.C.’s scenic vistas, much of it to be taken in on one or another of the days outside the classes. Visitors will see many of the sights of Vancouver on a specialized tour of the city, including Stanley Park and Gardens, and Queen Elizabeth Garden. Free time has been included so participants can take their choice of the many shopping and cultural attractions of Vancouver.

Make plans now to join this specialized tour, as space is extremely limited.
contact:
Gail Pratt- Agent, or Lois A. Wallace AIFD
Travel Unlimited
Phone: 775-329-0658
FAX: 775-329-8813
info@travelunlimited2.webmail.com or
lois-wallace@charter.net

Artflor’ Collabration of the Art of Flowers & Photography
Floral Art/Photography Workshop with Hitomi Gilliam AIFD & Philippe Martin-Morice
May 22, 23 & 24, 2007 at Minter Gardens, B.C., Canada

A new oeuvre, to study floral art through the camera – to learn to see through an extra set of eyes, and to capture the perfect shot - the perfect art. The final composition of this two part creative design process is the image captured to keep for a lifetime – an image of the tapestry of colors and textures shot at Minter Gardens in the Pacific Northwest. A special signature, a floral art designed especially for the camera, for your portfolio, website, poster, postcards and for posterity, as a permanent record of your creative accomplishment. To explore designing on location in a pristine botanical garden – to capture that vivid image of beauty showcased in nature. The final day is designated to create ‘Table Art’, challenging group projects which will provide wonderful photographic opportunities. An experience, never to be missed – join us for theworkshop of a lifetime.

For any floral inquiry: phone Hitomi - (604)855-2742 cell or e-mail: hitomi@hitomi-art.com
For any photography inquiry: e-mail Philippe: philip@photo.ca

AFE’s Ball & Mosmiller Intern Scholarship
Applications Are Now Available for the American Floral Endowment’s Ball & Mosmiller Intern Scholarship Programs

Edwardsville, Illinois, December 4, 2006 – Applications and information regarding the American Floral Endowment’s (AFE) Ball & Mosmiller Intern Scholarship Programs are now available for eligible students looking to gain experience in greenhouse production, floral retail and wholesale, and allied trade fields. These two intern scholarship programs aid students in gaining hands-on, real-world experience in floriculture. The Vic & Margaret Ball Intern Scholarship Program, established in 1992 by a generous gift from Vic and Margaret Ball, specifically funds training at floriculture production greenhouses throughout the U.S. The Balls created this program to assure future students would have the ability to take advantage of practical greenhouse experience opportunities without financial worry.

The Mosmiller Intern Scholarship Program was established in 1975 to honor former AFE Chairman and retail florists Colonel and Mrs. Walter E. Mosmiller, Jr. Funding from the Mosmiller program helps support students who participate in internships at a retail florist, wholesaler, or allied trade company. To be considered for these scholarship opportunities that are administered by AFE, students must:

Deadlines & Applications
Both scholarship programs are awarded twice each year. Deadlines are March 1 and October 1. To be eligible for the next round of scholarships, applications must be received in the AFE office on or before March 1. Applications can be downloaded from the AFE web site (www.endowment.org) or by contacting the AFE Office at 618-692-0045.

About AFE
AFE was founded in 1961 and has since then grown to become the leading non-profit funding source for floricultural research and educational programs in the United States. AFE supports the floriculture industry in its quest to enhance the public’s experience with flowers and plants. Its research serves the ultimate goal to provide consumers with better floriculture products. In 2006, AFE merged with the Floriculture Industry Research & Scholarship Trust (FIRST). FIRST’s strength in scholarships complements AFE’s strength in research, thus creating an organization that has become the foundation for the entire industry. Since 1961, the Endowment has provided over $12 Million in grants for solutions to critical needs. For more information, please visit www.endowment.org

AIFD Foundation Scholarship Seeks Rising Floral Designer

October 23, 2006 - Mesa, AZ: The Trustees of The AIFD Foundation, Inc. are pleased to announce that applications are now available for the 2007 Jim Treadaway AIFD Memorial Scholarship. The Treadaway Scholarship is focused on supporting a rising star in the floral industry by providing for the recipient’s registration to the 2007 AIFD National Symposium in Palm Desert, CA July 7-11, 2007, plus additional travel expenses as funding allows. Maximum award up to a total of $1,500.00. “This is the fifteenth consecutive year the Foundation has helped a rising star in the floral industry to further their knowledge of floral design”, said Allen Beck, Chairman of the Foundation’s Board of Trustees.

To be eligible an applicant must be a non-AIFD member of the floral industry who needs financial assistance to attend their first AIFD National Symposium. All applications must be received by January 31, 2007. The Scholarship Committee will review all applications and an announcement of the scholarship recipient will be made by April 1, 2007. Application forms may be obtained from and completed applications should be sent to:

The AIFD Foundation, Inc., %Lona Christoffers, CAE,
7915 E Lakeview Avenue, Mesa AZ 85209
e-mail: lchristoffers@assoc-mgmt.com, Phone 480-358-1791, Fax 480-358-1866

The AIFD Foundation’s Treadaway scholarship began in 1992 as a memorial to Jim Treadaway, AIFD. Jim was a gifted floral artist, speaker and educator. Well respected in the world of international design, he competed in the World Cup, was known for his modern design styles and for constant design innovation. The funds for the scholarship were provided by family and friends who seek to bolster Jim’s legacy by promoting the highest level of design excellence for generations to come.

The AIFD Foundation, Inc. is an independent non-profit organization that raises funds to invest in scholarships, to fund grants for research and to finance special projects of benefit to the floral industry. The Foundation was created over 25 years ago by a group of AIFD members whose vision of the floral industry rested on a foundation of promoting education. Grants in the form of scholarships are given annually to students pursuing degrees in floriculture and horticulture at two and four-year universities.

NW AIFD is Giving Away A Symposium Registration!!!
Do you know someone who would benefit from attending the symposium but needs some financial assistance? The Northwest Regional AIFD Scholarship Award pays the Education Only registration fee for the AIFD National Symposium. The scholarship recipient is responsible for his/her transportation, food and lodging.

Application Eligibility: Must be in the floral industry, be a non-AIFD designer and not a member of SAIFD. Only individuals who have not attended an AIFD National Symposium will be considered. Individuals already approved for AIFD induction will not be considered. To obtain an application, e-mail a request to Sheri Miller at shmiller@cmc.net or ian@floristandgrower.com. Scholarship application must be completed and returned by April 30, 2007 to AIFD Scholarship Committee, c/o Sheri Miller, 17281 13th Ave NW, Shoreline, WA 98177.

AIFD “The Edge of Paradise” Tentative Schedule
to register see www.aifd.org

Thursday, July 5
2 p.m. Accreditation Evaluation Session Orientation - Invitation only. Candidates seeking to become Accredited Members of AIFD meet to be briefed on the specific design categories to be evaluated this year.
6 p.m. Accreditation Evaluation Session - Invitation only. Candidates design for Accreditation Evaluation. All designs must be completed by 10:00 p.m.

Friday, July 6
8 a.m. AES Evaluations - Invitation only
8 a.m. AIFD National Board Orientation - Invitation only
9 a.m. AIFD National Board of Directions Meeting
12 p.m. AIFD Board of Directors Luncheon
1 p.m. Special Education Program for AES Candidates Only - Invitation only
4 p.m. AIFD Education Foundation Board of Trustees Meeting
5 p.m. Student Competition Orientation
7 p.m. AES Reception Cash bar. Open to all, an informal time to view the creative works of this year’s Accreditation candidates.

Saturday, July 7
8 a.m. Student Competition - Invitation only
9 a.m. AIFD National Board Leadership Breakfast
11 a.m. AIFD National Committee Meetings
1 p.m. AIFD National Committee Meetings
3 p.m. AIFD National Committee Meetings
6 p.m. 1st Timers Orientation and Tour. Here’s a great opportunity to learn the inside ropes as well as a unique chance to be escorted behind-the-scenes. (You don’t need to be a 1st timer to attend this informative session)
8 p.m. “Welcome to California...Land of Sunshine and Flowers”. It’s California in all its glory as AIFD’s National Symposium gets underway with a wonderful cash bar reception featuring the beauty of the state’s flower growers. (Dress is California casual – with an emphasis on white clothing.) Sponsored by CCFC

Sunday, July 8
7:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast -Regional Chapter Boards of Directors
8 a.m. Regional Chapter Boards of Directors Meetings
10 a.m. Regional Chapter Membership Meetings.
12 p.m. AIFD Annual Members Meeting
12:45 p.m. Partners Appreciation - Invitation only
1:30 p.m. “Latin Art Influences”. Featuring: Kerry Sallabedra AIFD, Wichita, KS, Martin Flores AIFD, San Bernardino, CA, Frankie Garcia, Fiesta Floats, Raul Ramirez AIFD, Seattle, WA. It’s hot, it’s passionate, and it’s the most exciting Symposium opening yet. Feel the heat as AIFD kicks off with a spectacular pre-Partners event that stimulates the rhythm of your designs and put an extra step in your salsa. (Program underwritten with a grant from the AIFD South West Regional Chapter.)
2:30 p.m. “Fiesta de los Amigos”. As you exit the Latin Art adventure, you’ll find your travel have taken you to a grand festival of friends featuring the many products and services offered by AIFD’s outstanding Partners In Education. Explore the AIFD mercado with lots of merchants, entertainment’s and delicious food. Floral Décor: Sam Van Wert
5:30 p.m. AIFD National Past Presidents Reception - Invitation only
5:30 p.m. Induction Rehearsal - Inductees Only
7:00 p.m. AIFD National Membership Committee and Board of Directors Dinner
9 p.m. Hospitality Event - DJ - Dancing

Monday, July 9
8 a.m. “The American Floral Trends Forecast™ “. Featuring: Kim Morrill AIFD, J. Keith White AIFD, Talmage McLauren AIFD, Charlie Groppetti AIFD. Our desire for organic materials is unrelenting. Growers, scientists, and nature work together to develop new permutations of flowers, foliage and botanicals that provoke our imagination and create strong, healthy commercial demand. No color or fashion program exists without a reference to nature and flowers. The American Floral Trends Forecast™ 2008-2009 presents the trends in floral décor and merchandising that will be most significant in the coming year. Be prepared to be inspired as you explore new ideas and design concepts for the future. (underwritten by the CCFC)
9:15 a.m. “Chic and Chilled Floral Couture” Featuring:Geert Pattyn, Belgium. Just what we need in the middle of the desert, in the heat of summer...A stream lined floral designer, with out fuss, without clutter, who takes you directly to the high road of Floral style. No bells, no whistles, just ultra cool and calm. Geert Pattyn is Europe’s leading modernist floral artiest, who’s work draws clean lines with the purest of visions. Pattyn’s sharp and minimalist approach is combined with his feeling for simple powerful design.(Underwritten by Vivaldi Books and Flowers & magazine)
10:30 a.m. “Visualizing for Success” Featuring: Cathy Brunk AIFD, Coon Rapids, MN. A dramatic presentation with strong visual effects will be created on stage. New and unique visual merchandising techniques and displays will come to life before your eyes. Cathy and her team will transform the stage, many times over, with beautiful floral designs, in settings that will inspire everyone. (This program is underwritten in part through a grant from Design Master)
12 p.m. “It’s My Party” Luncheon* Floral Décor: Mike Sinanovic AIFD, Las Vegas, NV
1:30 p.m. “Tribute...A Celebration of Life!”. Featuring: Lynne Moss AIFD, Pratt, KS. The importance of sympathy tributes is a blending of past history, traditions and today’s trends. We have to rediscover our traditional styles in new and creative settings. AIFD presents one of America’s most outstanding, down-to-earth designers, who is dedicated to the advancement of professional floral design education. (This program is underwritten through a grant from Teleflora)
2:45 p.m. “Exotics for Romance”. Featuring: Nitaya Emig AIFD, Tulsa, Ok. The essence of exotic flowers inspires the mood of romance. The sultry beauties of these flowers will provide the inspiration for the theme of the program. The colors and shapes of these flowers and designs will excite your mind and you will feel the fantasy of the romance that they can create.
4 p.m. “Holly Days”. Featuring: Holly Money Collins AIFD, San Francisco, CA. From decking the halls to entertaining family and friends, Christmas is truly the best time of the year. But how does the hectic floral designer keep the holiday fresh and exciting? In this program, renowned floral design educator, Holly Money-Collins will create spectacular arrangements that will delight your clients and keep your artist spirit merry and bright. (Program underwritten through a grant from Knud Nielsen and American Floral Industries Association)
5 p.m. Private Reception for New AIFD Inductees - Invitation only
6:30 p.m. Awards/Induction Ceremonies. AIFD honors this year’s awards recipients and inducts its newest class of Accredited Members. Floral Décor: Suzie Kostick AIFD, Rio Rancho, NM, Frank Feysa AIFD, Streetsboro, OH
8 p.m. Awards/Induction Dinner Celebration - Coat & Tie--Ticket required
From the Awards/Induction ceremonies we move to a delightful dinner to celebrate our honorees.
Floral Décor: Suzie Kostick AIFD, Rio Rancho, NM, Frank Feysa AIFD, Streetsboro, OH
10 p.m. After the Party – It’s More Hospitality

Tuesday, July 10
7:30 a.m. Early Bird Session “Wedding for Success” Featuring: Kathy Whalen AIFD, Naples, FL
From the florist’s point of view, weddings are about more than a beautiful bride surrounded by beautiful flowers. They’re about profit, too. Kathy will help you focus on the business side of a gorgeous wedding.
9 a.m. “Details for the Wedding” Featuring: Maria McBride, Brides Magazine
With a variety of floral presentations around her, Bride’s magazine’s wedding style director, will share with AIFD the most contemporary trends for today’s bride. Her knowledge and sense of fashion leads the wedding editorial market in the creation of the styles for the bridal market. Maria McBride is a leading expert on weddings having authored such popular titles as “Bridal Flowers” and “The Perfect Wedding.”
10:00 a.m. AIFD Foundation Silent Auction Opens
Each year members and friends of AIFD donate art, books and one-of-a-kind items for silent auction. Between design presentations, be sure to stop by and place your bids.
10:30 a.m. “Let Them Eat Cake” Featuring: Sylvia Weinstock, New York, NY
Beautiful! Magnificent! Stunning! Gorgeous! Creative! All words to express the outstanding cakes created by this famous and talented cake designer. Her wedding cake designs make her a designer extraordinaire. She is known worldwide for her beautiful and lavish designs and is in demand to create wedding cakes for clientele such as Donald Trump, Whitney Houston and the Saudi Royal family.
11:30 a.m. “The Ultimate Wedding” Featuring: Preston Bailey, New York, NY
You will be privileged to meet and hear from this exciting artist-designer who has created the spectacular designs and decorations for so many of the beautiful floral weddings that are featured in the fashion and celebrity magazines. Preston Bailey is the premier designer to the stars. When a celebrity wants to celebrate a very special occasion, Preston is the one they call. Among his clientele, for instance, are Donald Trump, Oprah Winfrey, Joan Rivers, Donna Karan, Liza Minnelli, Laurence Fishburne, Bill Cosby, Matt Lauer, Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones. (This program is underwritten through a grant from Accent Decor )
12:30 p.m. “Who’s Wedding Is It Anyway?” A Bridal Reception*. Ticket required - Coordinator: Carol Caggiano AIFD, Jefferson, VA. The reception is the show place for many weddings. The opportunity to express personal style and enjoy the friendship of the invited guests. But, whose vision is it anyway? The bride’s mother? The bridesmaids? Or, maybe the maid of honor. Beautiful flowers combined with the ambiance of a perfect setting can make the reception of the “Dream Wedding” come true. With special funding from Syndicate Sales, floral design educator Carol Caggiano and her team of artists including Roger Dennis AIFD of Uptown, KY, Ann Jordan, AAF, AIFD of Naples ME, Larry Kramer AIFD of Big Sky, MT and Jennifer Litterst AIFD of Williamsburg VA create wonderful flowers to compliment a bountiful wedding reception. Gorgeous linens provided by BBJ Linens.
2 p.m. “So...Whadda Ya Colors?”. Featuring: Randy Baehre AIFD, Ty Leslie AIFD, Carolyn Shepard AIFD, Charlotte, NC. Tired of pink? Sick of sage? Got a rash from red? Explore the unlimited possibilities of color as we go from tired and predictable to terribly posh! Six vignettes based on five individual color palettes that fall into colors not usually associated with weddings as well as breathe life into colors that have become predictable and passé. Everything must be considered from the time of day to menu and then development, lighting and lines. Of course, last but not least, floral selection and containers will be highlighted during this presentation. (underwritten through a grant from Pete Garcia Co / One Plus Imports ) (Flowers provided by Flower Transfer)
3:30 p.m. “Architecturally Sculptured Floral Art -- Events for Success”
Featuring: Kevin Coble AIFD, Memphis, TN. AIFD’s Southern Regional Chapter presents one of its own as he builds a sure-fire successful special event featuring – what else? – the beauty of flowers. When planning events, choosing your floral décor is the most important decision you’ll have to make. Experience a collection of modern sculptural, organic and large scale designs...Imaginative, bold and eclectic interpretations sure to generate reaction and inspiration. (Program underwritten through a grant from the AIFD Southern Regional Chapter)
4:45 p.m. “Let Flowers Soar” Featuring: Cory Lonsert AIFD, Bellefountaine. OH
A wonderful ending to a perfect day...This is a program you will want to see. Young and exciting and full of creative energies, Cory Lonsert will keep you enthralled. With you, he will soar to new heights of exuberance and enthusiasm with his floral presentations. (underwritten through a grant from Smithers Oasis and Fitz Designs)
5:30 p.m. AIFD Foundation Silent and Live Auction Wrap Up
6:00 p.m. Dinner on your own
7 p.m. Intimate Cocktail Party with Preston Bailey - Special ticket required
10 p.m. AIFD Foundation Hospitality Night - Cash bar “Hawaiian Honeymoon”. After a day of weddings, weddings, weddings - time for some fun! Wear your loudest Hawaiian shirt and favorite flip-flops and relax with industry friends. Admission is one AIFD Foundation Raffle ticket (which you were buying anyway!) Be one of the first 150 to arrive and receive a special gift from the foundation!

Wednesday, July 11
8 a.m. “Florals for the Home” Featuring: René Van Rems AIFD, Vista, CA, Matt Wood AIFD, Alameda, CA
Interior design and the embellishment with flowers are synonymous with the staging of a beautiful home. Today, two of our fondest raconteur designers will present their interpretation of floral designs that will create for you an aura of excellence in taste and style that will leave you asking for more. (underwritten through a grant from Winward Silks)
9:15 a.m. “The Journey”. Featuring: Hitomi Gilliam AIFD, Mission, BC, Paul Jaras AIFD, Calgary, AB, Donald Yim AIFD, Richmond, BC
Be prepared to see designs that will motivate and stimulate your mind. Designs with creative skills, which will fill you with awesome wonder. Designs which will inspire a new level of creativity within you. This program will take you on an outstanding journey into the world of flowers and art. (Program underwritten through a grant from AIFD’s North West Regional Chapter)
10:30 a.m. “Flowers with Seoul” Featuring: Kim Young Ju AIFD, Seoul, Korea. She’s the most creative florist in Korea and she’s bringing her talents to AIFD’s Symposium stage with a style that will touch your “Seoul.” Radiating with beauty and charm, you’re sure to be enthralled.
11:45 a.m. “Hip, Hyper and Happening”. Featuring: Life 3, Tomas de Bruyne of Belgium, Per Benjamin of Sweden, Max van de Sluis of Holland LIFE3 is a trio of talent from Belgium, Holland and Sweden. This pool of versatile florists come to the stage with buckets of excitement, vigor and passion. Max, Per and Tomas are trend setting floral designers in Europe. They intend to fill the house with their signature combination of craftsmanship, knowledge of materials and influential style that will leave you in a state of admiration and amazement. (Underwritten through a grant from FTD and the AIFD Education Foundation)
12:30 p.m. “Chicago - Collaboration”
1 p.m. AIFD National Board of Directors Meeting
1:30 p.m. AIFD Steps to Membership
1:30 p.m. Steps to PFCI Membership
1:30 p.m. AIFD Education Instructors Evaluation Session
1:30 p.m. SAF
2:30 p.m. Create a Powerful Presentation with Powerpoint
6 p.m. President’s Reception - Cash bar
7 p.m. “A Desert Evening in Paradise”. AIFD’s traditional Final Night Dinner and Dance will wow and inspire you. Don your tux or fancy dress and help to celebrate the conclusion to another outstanding National Symposium. Floral Creations:Kelly Marble AIFD, Lubbock, TX
7 p.m. Grand March
11 p.m. A Final Hospitality

Thursday, July 12
8 a.m. Southern Regional Chapter Board of Directors
9 a.m. AIFD Foundation Present’s “Learning with Life3”. Featuring: Life3 (separate $245 registration fee is required - registration limited)

CALSCAPE EXPO 2007
26-28 September, 2007, Riviera Resort Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, NV

PIA Mission - To enhance the professionalism of interior plantscapers and industry affiliates through quality programs, educational material, and networking opportunities.

for registration info visit www.piagrows.org