tools
used to cut through stems
what is Floral knife
When China introduced Buddhism to Japan, these simple arrangements were made to honor Buddha
what is ikebana (kuge)
the primary colors
what is red,yellow,blue
sides are of equal length, angles are the same degree, symmetrical
what is equilateral triangle
used for stripping unwanted thorns or leaves from plants
what is stem stripper
single stem with large rounded heads used inside or along the arrangement to fill in
what is mass flower
this principle ensures that the arrangement appears stable and visually pleasing
what is balance
ethylene affects -
what is shelf life
taller than it is wide, bottom angles are larger than top angles, focal point is centralized
what is isosceles triangle
flexible, self adhesive tape used to secure stems
floral tape
arrangement coming from Ancient Greece and Rome, symbolizing abundance and good fortune
Cornucopia
helps to create an emphasis on one or more elements in the design
what is contrast
the ____ the number the ____ the wire
strong L shape, a 90 degree within the arrangement, assymetrical
what is right triangle
used for cutting stems cleanly and precisely
what is Floral scissors
are used to create focal point with unusual and distinctive shapes
what is form flowers
refers to the shape, height, width, and depth of the overall arrangement
what is shape/form
______ wire method involves inserting a wire directly into the base of a flower and bending it down along the stem for support
what is straight wire method
circular- same from all angles, all flowers except the top flower are the same length.
used to keep the flowers hydrated and organized while they're in the arrangement
what is floral foam
this period took place in the 1920s, style of floristry inspired by ancient Egyptians, jazz music, and industrial age.
what is art deco
the surface quality of the floral material
what Is texture
some flowers need to be stored __ to __ days in the cooler before being processed
what is 10 to 12 days
what is mass