NC State Florists Association

North Carolina State Florists Association

Scholarship Information

Floral Fusion: The Experience - Where art and floral design meet!

Floral arrangements surround a woman on a ladder in front of a window.

Dates: March 14-15, 2025
Time: March 14: 9am – 5pm, March 15: 9am until completion
Floral Workshop Cost: $495.00 Flowers provided
Photographer Workshop Cost: $295.00
Location: HighRock Farms
Instructors: @eclecticsage @westqueenstudio @stephanie_garrettaifd @annakeck2

Join us for this hands-on workshop at picturesque HighRock Farms in Oxford, North Carolina. This once-in-a-lifetime experience will be followed by a photoshoot capturing the beauty and art of all the participants. Floral design participants will design a head piece and bouquet, as well as participate in larger installations. Floral participants will receive images of all their work taken by multiple photographers. Photographer participants will capture images of many unique floral designs, perfect for social media content and enhancing your portfolio. The stunning grounds of the HighRock Farms estate include a southern mansion surrounded by scenic vistas and gorgeous floral installations.

NCCPF Scholarships:

Thank you for your interest in the North Carolina State Florist Association (NCSFA) Scholarship Program designed to support aspiring florists in their journey towards becoming certified professional florists (NCCPF) in North Carolina.

The 2025 hands-on floral design workshop details will be coming soon!

To qualify for the NCSFA scholarship, applicants must demonstrate a genuine commitment to the floriculture industry and a clear vision for their career development. As an active member or employee of an active member shop, you are already contributing to the vitality of our industry. This scholarship aims to further empower your journey by providing financial assistance to attend the immersive NCCPF workshops and supporting your certification goals.

 

Scholarship Qualificiations:

Active Membership or Employment:
Applicants must be an active member or employee of an active member shop within the NCSFA network.

Career Goals Alignment:
Applicants must have clearly defined career goals directly related to the floriculture industry and the pursuit of becoming a certified professional florist (NCCPF).

Commitment to the Industry:
Applicants must be willing to dedicate their time and energy to promoting the florist industry and volunteering for the NCSFA.

Educational or Employment Proof:
Applicants must be employed in the floriculture industry or enrolled in a course of study directly related to retail floriculture, providing appropriate documentation.

Essay Statement:
Applicants must articulate how the scholarship award will support their efforts to become a certified professional florist (NCCPF) and advance their career goals.

Digital Photo Submission:
Applicants must include a digital photo with their application for publication in the “Flower Press” Newsletter and other marketing materials if selected.

Application Process and Instructions:

PLEASE NOTE: Entries for this year’s education scholarships have expired.
We will reactivate the form when more scholarships are added.

Complete the scholarship application form below, ensuring all required information is accurately filled out.

Write a compelling essay statement addressing how the scholarship award will contribute to your journey towards becoming a certified professional florist (NCCPF) and achieving your career aspirations.

Submit your completed application, essay statement, letter of recommendation, and digital photo to the designated NCSFA contact before the application deadline.

We understand the significance of investing in the next generation of florists and are committed to supporting passionate individuals like you in reaching their full potential. Your dedication to excellence and your willingness to contribute to the flourishing of our industry are commendable, and we look forward to reviewing your application.

Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. We wish you the best of luck in your application and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you into our esteemed community of certified professional florists.

For any questions regarding education or scholarships, please email: nccpfschool@gmail.com

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BOTANICAL BODY FLOWER WORKSHOP
.....artistic design in real time with a unique perspective
3:00 - 4:30 pm Inquire at Registration table

This hands-on workshop will give you mechanical concepts and skills to easily construct intricate and impressive floral accessories to offer beyond corsages. These techniques will set you up to create designs that are updated, fashion-forward and artful while remaining mechanically strong and wearable.
* Please bring your own tools, i.e. clippers, scissors, wire cutters, and knives.

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Heather Ann Miller, NCCPF is the creative director of Eclectic Sage, a Raleigh based event design and floral studio. While spending many years working in the interior architectural design field, Heather also explored product and textile design. During these explorations, she realized she loved the studio experience and started contributing her artistic eye for colors, trends, and design to a wide variety of projects. Her venture with Eclectic Sage bridges her various art forms and allows her to lend a unique perspective to every design. To see some of her work check out her website www.eclecticsage.com and follow her on Instagram where she often shares behind the scene stories. @eclecticsage

Sponsored by the NCSFA Education Committee

FREE to observe for Weekend Ticket Holders - $25 to Participate
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CONVENTION 2019 FRIDAY BOTANICAL BODY FLOWER WORKSHOP

FFA WORKSHOP - Impress your AG Department
presented by former NCSFA President
Friday   4:30 - 6:30 pm in the Mendenhall Room
Sherri Suttle, Bostic, NC

Whether you are making arrangements for an FFA banquet , prom, etc. , learn how to make designs with an unexpected twist that will leave students and teachers alike in awe of what just came from the Ag Department! We will be using a variety of flowers, floral products and non traditional design products to create beautiful centerpieces that are sure to be a hit. Sherri will be showing you design tips, tricks and ideas, but this is a hands on class as well. So……. let your creative juices start flowing now!

$15 Discount Coupon for Members in the Members Zone

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CONVENTION 2019 FRIDAY FFA WORKSHOP CHECKOUT

DESIGN II PROGRAM - "Will You Marry Me"
secrets will be revealed from a pro .....
Saturday - 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm in the Chimney Rock Room
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Flowers are much more than flowers in the 21st century, and to separate yourselves from the competition, you need to do much more than just flowers.  This program will open your eyes to possibilities that have worked well for Fresh Affairs and Michael will share some of their secrets that will help you take a different approach to your consults and services that you should be offering!

Michael Whaley Aifd Cfd has over three decades of experience in the floral industry and has been involved with every aspect during his career. He has a passion for continuing self-education and, more importantly, sharing that acquired knowledge with other designers in the industry. Over the years he has studied with some of the greatest designers in the world including Gregor Lersch, Hitomi Gilliam, Tomas De Bruyne and Per Benjamin among others.  Michael has been awarded NCSFA Designer of the Year and Southern Retail Florist Association Designer of the Year.  His love of interpretive design led him to The Jim Treadway Cup for interpretive design and after winning this coveted competition three times he was inducted into the Jim Treadway Hall of Fame.  He was also a regional representative for Americas Cup, Great American Design Competition.  Michael was inducted into the American Institute of Floral Designers and has been heavily involved with programs presented at AIFD National Symposium. He is currently the chairman of the National Education Committee, serves as vice president of the Southern Chapter of AIFD, and is an AIFD certified evaluator/judge.  Michael currently works as Creative Director for Fresh Affairs, an upscale wedding and special events studio based in Raleigh, NC. 

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