elevate your artistry
Day 1
9:00am - 5:30pm Including lunch and refreshments.
Susan McLeary teaches a full day of Wearables and Fashion Forward Head Pieces
9:00am - 5:30pm Including lunch and refreshments.
7:30-9:30pm Gala Dinner
Susan McLeary teaches a full day of Artful and unexpected centrepieces and sustainable large scale group installation. Ending with a gala dinner to showcase your work created and network.
day 2
Day3
9:00 - 12:00 Industry Insight Brunch
Nicole Kempen will lead a networking opportunity with select leading wedding professionals and share industry insights for floral designers and wedding planners
invest in your craft
Unlock your creative potential with the guidance of internationally celebrated floral designer Susan McLeary. This workshop is designed to inspire and help you push the boundaries of your floral designs. Discover new perspectives and elevate your artistry to stand out in the industry.
learn advanced techniques & Mechanics
Master cutting-edge floral techniques through immersive, hands-on sessions led by Susan McLeary. From wearable florals to intricate arrangements, you’ll gain practical skills that bring innovation and sophistication to your craft.
Connect with Industry Professionals
Expand your network in a supportive, collaborative environment. The event will culminate in a special brunch with top wedding professionals to showcase your work, exchanging ideas and build connections that will elevate both your artistry and your business.
Susan Mcleary
Susan McLeary is a floral designer, artist and instructor who creates unusual, boundary-pushing floral
including elaborate headpieces, floral wearables, and large-scale floral installations.
Susan’s work has been featured in leading industry publications and websites
Nicole Kempen
Nicole Kempen is a fine art floral designer. Founder and owner of Fiori Quotidiani a Floral design studio based in Tuscany, with 9 years experience in destination wedding floral design throughout Italy. Nicole is renowned for her bespoke, artistic floral creations that combine sustainability with beauty. With a Bachelor's degree in Botany and a Master's in Taxonomy, Nicole's deep understanding of plant life informs her unique and organic designs.
SusiE Leblond
Susie LeBlond, a trained horticulturist and garden designer from the Royal Horticultural Society of London, is the heart behind Flourish Urban Flower Farm in Constantia, South Africa. With years of experience as a head gardener, she now grows nostalgic, wildlife-friendly blooms like dahlias, sweet peas, and cosmos. Susie offers seasonal workshops, Pick Your Own mornings, and fresh flower buckets to inspire a love for flowers. When not gardening, she’s at home with her family and pets, finding joy in nature’s beauty.
Flourish Flower Farm
Flourish Urban Flower Farm is a boutique flower farm nestled in the heart of Cape Town's southern suburbs. Founded by Susie Leblond, the farm spans approximately 1,500 square meters, bursting with a variety of blooms such as dahlias, sunflowers, cosmos, and garden roses. Dedicated to sustainable and organic practices, Flourish Provides fresh, locally grown flowers to the community.
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Foraging
Immerse yourself in late spring florals, foraging in Susie's floral paradise. Hand selected seasonal flowers- locally sourced will provide the tools you need to create magic. You will have organic natural materials at your finger tips to use as learn directly from the master Susan McLeary
Fashion Forward head pieces
Step into the world of bold, boundary-pushing floral design with Susan McLeary. In this masterclass, you'll explore the techniques behind crafting stunning, fashion-forward headpieces that make a statement. Perfect distinctive bridal looks, these headpieces combine artistry and innovation to elevate your floral design skills to the next level. This immersive one of a kind experience will see you literally getting your hands dirty as you learn and explore these breathaking techniques with an intimate, hands on aproach.
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Artful and Unexpected Centrepieces
Elevate your table styling with centerpieces that go beyond the ordinary. Susan McLeary will guide you in creating artful, unexpected designs that surprise and delight. Discover techniques for incorporating unique materials, playing with asymmetry, and crafting arrangements that spark conversation. These striking centerpieces will not only showcase your artistry but also leave a lasting impression on clients and guests alike.
Largescale Group Install
Be afraid no more! Learn Susan McLearys simple mechanics to designing breathtaking, large-scale floral installations that are both visually impactful and environmentally conscious. Perfect for transforming event spaces or creating dramatic ceremony backdrops. The two days will conclude with a group install to put these amazing techniques into practice.
Photography
Professional photographs of you with your work and a model taken by industry leading international wedding photographers Nicole Layman and Connor Vercueil. Perfect to preserve your progress and achievements as well as build your portfolio.
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insights and network Brunch
Wrap up your unforgettable experience with delightful brunch where creativity meets connection. International Wedding Floral Designer Nicole Kempen will share industry insights to elevate your networking relationships and grow your business. Enjoy delicious food, lively conversations, and the chance to network with top wedding professionals in an inspiring and relaxed setting. It’s the perfect way to celebrate new friendships, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration. Let your floral journey and the exciting ventures flourish!
Early Booking Price R23500.00 instead of R 25300
We’re thrilled to present a once-in-a-lifetime masterclass with the incredible Susan McLeary in Cape Town! A magical opportunity to learn from the absolute best in the world Susan McLeary, celebrated for her innovative techniques and floral artistry.
Join us in Constantia Cape Town for 3 intimate and transformative days of floral artistry culminating in a gala dinner and industry insight network brunch.
This is more than a masterclass—it’s an investment in your craft, creativity, and career. Reserve your space now and prepare to be inspired!
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What is the investment?ZAR 25300. (ZAR 23500 if booked before 28 February 2025) for two-day full days with Susan McLeary teaching an intimate class consisting of Wearable Florals, Head Pieces, Centre Pieces and Large scale installation. Gala Dinner on the second evening and a Session with Nicole Kempen to cover Industry Insights and Networking opportunities on brunch on the morning of Day 3 Please email ciao@fioriquotidiani.com to inquire about payment plans.
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What is included?What is included? Lunch, snacks, a generous selection of foraged and local sourced flowers, use of tools, vessels, props, structures and the studio space at flourish farm for styling your completed pieces. Professional photography by Nicole Layman and Connor Vercueil is also included. As well as professional photography of your work on a model is included at no additional charge. Perfect If you are actively building your portfolio. A generous flower bar will be created with blooms from flourish flower farm and surrounding local farms using special, hand selected flowers- locally sourced as the season allows. At the end of the masterclass, you are welcome to take the compositions you made and any leftover flowers home with you. Accommodations, transfers and travel costs are not included.
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What if I'm coming from out of town?Constantia is a beautiful and leafy suburb with many vineyards close by. Constantia offers many shopping centres, restaurants and coffee shops nearby and is only 30min from the Cape Town CBD. If you need transport or would like recommendations for accommodation or things to do or see in and around the area please email ciao@fioriquotidiani.com
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What if I need to cancel my booking?We do not provide refunds. When you book your spot, it is reserved exclusively for you, limiting availability for others. In-person classes require significant preparation, including ordering fresh materials and supplies specific to each session. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. If you’re unable to attend, please contact us at ciao@fioriquotidiani.com as soon as possible. We will do our best to accommodate a reschedule, provided it is made: • At least two months before the Masterclass date. If unforeseen circumstances, such as illness, prevent you from attending we can offer a credit to participate in a future masterclass. Alternatively, we may provide an online option, including pre-recorded materials and live coaching, to ensure you can still benefit from the experience. In the rare event that a workshop is canceled due to weather, illness, or other unavoidable events, you will have the opportunity to transfer your credit to another workshop within one year of the original date. Thank you for your understanding!
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What if I have more questions?Please write to us : Ciao@fioriquotidiani.com
Day 2
9:00am - 5:30pm Including lunch and refreshments.
7:30-9:30pm Gala Dinner
Susan McLeary teaches a full day of Artful and unexpected centrepieces and sustainable large scale group installation. Ending with a gala dinner to showcase your work created and network.
day 1
9:00am - 5:30pm Including lunch and refreshments.
Susan McLeary teaches a full day of Wearables and Fashion Forward Head Pieces
Day3
9:00 - 12:00 Industry Insight Brunch
Nicole Kempen will lead a networking opportunity with select leading wedding professionals and share industry insights for floral designers and wedding planners