Basic Forms and Skills of Etiquette Flower Arrangement

Learning to arrange flowers can not only decorate your living environment anytime and anywhere, but also add beauty and warmth to your family life. The following are the basic forms and skills of etiquette flower arrangement that I collected for you. Welcome to learn from them.

What is flower arrangement?

Flower arrangement is to put flowers in containers such as bottles and jars, rather than planting them in these containers. The inserted flower, branch, flower or leaf has no root, but is only a part of the plant. They are selected according to certain ideas and inserted into a beautiful body (shape) according to certain creative rules, thus expressing certain themes, conveying feelings and interests, making people look pleasing to the eye and gaining spiritual beauty and pleasure. Therefore, flower arrangement is an art, which belongs to the category of plastic arts like sculpture, bonsai, gardening and architecture. Taking the branches, leaves, flowers and fruits cut by plants as raw materials, after certain pruning, pruning, bending and other techniques and artistic processing such as conception, modeling and coloring, they are reconfigured into a delicate and beautiful flower art, which can reproduce the beauty of nature and life, and is called the art of flower arrangement.

It seems simple to arrange flowers, but it is not easy to really insert a good work. Because it is neither a simple combination of flowers nor a simple shape, but an artistic creation activity with vivid form, both form and spirit, moving people with emotion and integrating life, knowledge and art. Flower arrangement is created with heart.

Characteristics of flower arrangement art

Although the art of flower arrangement has many similarities with sculpture, bonsai, gardening, architecture and other art disciplines, it also has its own characteristics.

1. Timeliness: Because all flowers are rootless and rootless, their absorption of water and nutrients is limited. According to different plant species and seasons, the hydroponic culture time varies from 1 ~ 2 days to 1 day or month. Therefore, flower arrangement works can be created and appreciated in a short time, and it is a quick and short-lived art appreciation activity, which requires creators and appreciators to take the time to insert and taste.

2. Randomness: This shows that the choice of flowers and containers is arbitrary and extensive, with high and low levels and various forms, and is often chosen according to occasions and needs. Advanced aerial orchids, crane orchids, flamingos and cut roses are certainly beautiful, and roadside green bristlegrass, sorrel, reed flowers, cattail and plantain can also be useful; Celery, peppers, beans, radishes and various fruits are often good materials for arranging flowers in families and restaurants. Its conception and modeling can be simple or complex, and it can be created and expressed at will according to the needs of different occasions and the author's own wishes. Therefore, flower arrangement works are more flexible in material selection, creation, form, display and replacement.

3. Decorative: Flower arrangement works that combine the beauty of many kinds of flowers and follow the environment have the strongest artistic appeal, the fastest beautification effect and the immediate effect. This is incomparable to bonsai, sculpture and other arts.

4. naturalness: the uniqueness of flower arrangement works lies in the gorgeous colors, graceful, fragrant and fresh natural atmosphere of natural flowers. In short, the art of flower arrangement is a beautification method, an artistic accomplishment, and a cultural and recreational activity that is closest to the living environment and most easily accepted by people. Plastic arts that use patterns to express their mentality.

Cultivation of flower arrangement literacy

Learning to arrange flowers can not only decorate your living environment at any time and place, but also add beauty and warmth to family life. It is also the most elegant and precious gift for visiting relatives and friends and welcoming guests. Learning flower arrangement can always be friends with flowers, which not only brings you the beauty of nature, but also shows the rich quality and spiritual outlook of various flower arrangement works-either warm and happy, elegant and beautiful, or arrogant and determined, and can gradually beautify and purify people's hearts, cultivate people's sentiments, and play the role of self-cultivation, friendship and information transmission.

Therefore, flower arrangement is practical, informative and interesting, which can not only entertain people, but also bring joy and joy, symbolize good wishes and make people love life more. It is no wonder that flower arranging lovers at all levels, ancient and modern, Chinese and foreign, regard the art of flower arranging as their life and spiritual pillar, and its great role and influence are obvious. Studying abroad reminds you that it is not difficult to learn flower arrangement, but it is not easy to create real works of art if you insert it well. Flower arrangement is an art and art needs to be created. Successful works can give people beautiful enjoyment, and when enjoying them, they feel connected with each other. If they are enlightened, they will have endless aftertaste and gain knowledge.

Of course, beginners should learn and practice step by step to master the knowledge and skills of flower arrangement. Beginners should first learn the types and techniques of flower arrangement, such as the selection and treatment of flower materials, composition, modeling and collocation, which is very important. But that's not enough. We should also learn about plants, painting, literature and so on, so as to flexibly use the above skills for artistic creation. Therefore, flower arranging artists, like writers, painters and performing artists, should go deep into society and life, seek the source and inspiration of creation, and make their works have both formal beauty and ideological and emotional artistic conception. Only good at arranging flowers, the author of the work lacks creativity and artistic conception, and is only a florist at best. It can be seen that to learn flower arrangement well, we must constantly enrich and improve our cultural and artistic accomplishment, so that the works have vivid, emotional and poetic artistic conception and spiritual beauty. Of course, because of the practicality of flower arrangement, it is very important to practice regularly.

Classification of flower arrangement art

There are many kinds of flower arrangement art, which are summarized and classified from different angles as follows:

(1) According to the nature of the flowers used, there are flower arrangement, dried flowers and artificial flowers (silk flower, polyester flowers, cotton paper flowers, etc. ).

(2) According to different container styles, there are vase flowers, cauliflower, basket flowers (arranged with various flower baskets), potted flowers, wall flowers (arranged on the wall) and so on.

③ According to different purposes, there are ceremonial flower arrangement and artistic flower arrangement.

④ According to different artistic styles, there are oriental flower arrangement, western flower arrangement and modern freestyle flower arrangement.

⑤ According to different artistic forms, there are landscape flower arrangement (bonsai), freehand flower arrangement and decorative flower arrangement (abstract).

Commonly used flower arrangements are classified according to the above ①, ② and ④.

The form of etiquette flower arrangement

The flower arrangement used in various social etiquette activities such as celebrations, receptions, weddings and funerals, and visiting relatives and friends is called etiquette flower arrangement. According to different occasions and uses, etiquette flower arrangement can be divided into bouquets, flower baskets, table flowers and other forms.

a bunch of flowers

Bouquet is made of flowers, which has a certain shape and is a bundle of flower arrangement. Because it doesn't need any containers, it can be decorated with wrapping paper, ribbons and so on. Therefore, it is simple and quick to insert, especially convenient to carry, and it has become the most popular etiquette flower arrangement, which is widely used in various social activities, such as welcoming guests, visiting relatives and friends, weddings and funerals, etc. From the modeling, the bouquet can be divided into one-sided view and four-sided view.

flower basket

This is a flower arrangement made of baskets. It is one of the most commonly used forms of flower decoration in social and ceremonial occasions, and can be used for occasions such as opening, celebration, welcoming guests, meetings, birthdays, weddings and funerals. There are large and small flower baskets, such as the small flower basket carried by the bride at the wedding, the medium and small flower baskets commonly used in private social activities, and the large flower basket as high as two meters. There are various forms of composition, such as one-sided diagram, four-sided diagram, regular fan-shaped, radial, oval, irregular L-shaped, crescent-shaped and so on. The flower basket has a lifting beam, which is convenient to carry. At the same time, banners or decorations can be fixed on the hanging beam, which becomes an organic part of the whole flower basket composition.

Table flower

Refers to the flower ornaments decorated in conference tables, reception tables, lecture tables, dining tables, several cases and other places. It is also widely used in real life. Because flowerpots are often used as containers, they are also called flowerpots. Table flowers are usually placed in the center of the table (such as Chinese dining table, round conference table and western dining table, etc.) ) or on one side (such as lecture table, buffet table, double table, etc.). ). Table flowers can be independent or combined, as well as conference platforms and lecture platforms. Usually combined with the front of the table for decoration. From the modeling, there can be one-sided view and four-sided view, and the composition forms are diverse, including symmetrical geometric compositions such as circles, spheres and ellipses, as well as various flexible irregular compositions such as crescent shapes and drooping shapes. Composition mainly depends on the shape, placement and atmosphere of the table. Because flowerpots are common and tall, table flowers can also be made into low-type table flowers and high-type table flowers. The height of table flowers depends on the decorative occasion and the atmosphere to be created.

Wedding ornaments

In order to increase the wedding or warm and cheerful, or warm and romantic atmosphere, it is essential to decorate with flowers. Wedding floral decoration mainly includes the floral decoration of the bride's whole body, such as head flower, waist flower, bride bouquet and so on. The corsage worn by the groom and guests on their chests; Floats and decorations for different wedding occasions, such as the entrance, reception desk, banquet table, tableware, and even flowers on cakes and other foods. Wedding floral decoration is a comprehensive floral design that pays the most attention to the selection of flower materials, modeling design and production among all kinds of ceremonial flower arrangements. Besides small corsage, head flower, shoulder flower and wrist flower, there are also various ceremonial flowers such as bouquets, flower baskets and table flowers. The color and shape of the bride's flowers should be designed according to the bride's figure, face, hairstyle, skin color, color and shape of the wedding dress. The flowers of the groom and guests and float flowers should also be coordinated with the bride's flowers, so as to achieve overall priority, beautiful shape and complement each other. In addition to the main forms mentioned above, etiquette flower arrangement also includes many other forms, such as flower arrangement used at the front desk of hotels, rooms, restaurants, bars and other places, garlands for welcoming or celebrating, wreaths for funeral etiquette, flower decorations for gift boxes and so on.

Sixth, the occasion of flower arrangement.

1, flower arrangement is the most typical feature of flower arrangement art, that is, it has the most natural beauty of flowers, colorful and fragrant, giving people a fresh, bright, beautiful and true sense of vitality, and it is the easiest to show strong artistic charm. Because of the rich choice of flowers, people like to arrange flowers in most occasions, especially in some grand occasions or important celebrations, flowers must be used to arrange flowers in order to set off the environment perfectly. Its disadvantage is that hydroponics is not durable, and its effect is not good in dark light, so it is not suitable for use.

2. The flower materials selected for dried flower arrangement are dehydrated natural plant materials. They can be dyed at will without losing the natural beauty of the original plants. After insertion, it is durable, easy to manage, not limited by light, and can also be used in dark light. Let me remind you that dried flower arrangement is generally used in corridors, ground floors, unlit halls, dimly lit restaurants, the corner of the stair platform of hotels and restaurants, and also in the decoration of dark places such as cafes and bars. At present, in many European and American countries and Hong Kong and Taiwan, dried flower bouquets are also used as gifts in etiquette activities. Its disadvantage is that it is afraid of wet environment.

3. Flower villages for artificial flower arrangement are all kinds of artificial imitation plant materials, including silk flower, polyester flowers, crystal flowers and plastic flowers. There are many kinds, such as simulation, random design and coloring. Although it is expensive, it can be used for many years at a time, and the management is simple, as long as the dust is removed in time. It is most suitable for large-scale stage and window decoration, and also widely used in weddings and family rooms.

Color Matching and Basic Modeling of Etiquette Flower Arrangement

Tools/raw materials: flowers, flower baskets, colored ropes.

Step by step method:

(A) the basic shape of flower arrangement

1, horizontal. The design center of gravity emphasizes the horizontal shape extending horizontally, with a slight bulge in the middle and elegant curve design at the left and right ends. The biggest feature of its shape is that it can be appreciated from any angle. Mostly used for the decoration of dining tables, coffee tables and conference tables.

2. Triangle. Flowers can be inserted into regular triangles, isosceles triangles or equilateral triangles. The appearance is simple and steady, giving people a sense of balance, stability, simplicity and solemnity. It is usually used for ceremonies, opening ceremonies and gift baskets. If used in grand occasions such as large-scale cultural performances, it will also look luxurious.

3, l type. The two sides are vertically combined, and the left and right sides are unbalanced, so it should be displayed in the corner of the room against the wall. L-shape often plays an important role in the formation of some peaks. Big flowers and big fruits are used in corners, and small flowers stretch forward by themselves, giving people an open and upward feeling.

4. Fan shape. According to the basic triangular flower arrangement pattern, the center is radial and forms a fan shape. Suitable for large space display.

5. inverted t-shape. The whole design is dominated by inverted T-shaped structure, and the ratio of vertical lines to left and right horizontal lines is 2: 1. It gives people a modern feeling and is suitable for decoration in an environment with little left and right space.

6. Vertical. The overall shape is vertical and upward, giving people the feeling of extending upward, which is suitable for placing in a high and narrow space.

7, oval. Elegant and luxurious modeling. A large number of flowers are used, and the group insertion method does not require high structure and contrast. Nature is round. Classical vases, as containers, should be placed in places with large space such as churches or ceremonies.

8. Inclined type. The shape is an equilateral triangle. The length of the main branch depends on the situation, and the whole composition has the characteristics of left and right imbalance. It is mostly used for linear flowers, which can effectively express the beauty of stretching and nature.

(B) color arrangement of flower arrangement

1. It is not only a portrait of nature, but also an exaggeration of nature. The choice of main color should be suitable for the use environment. Strong and warm colors (red, orange and yellow) are suitable for festive parties, dance halls, restaurants and exhibition halls; Bright and clean neutral color is suitable for study, living room and bedroom; Cool colors (light yellow, green, blue, purple and white) are often used in mourning places.

2. As far as the types of flowers are concerned. The wood is deep and powerful, and the grass is clear and lovely. Natural floral art is dominated by gorgeous colors that are not chaotic and dazzling. Even if there are no flowers, pine and cypress can be the protagonist. The floral pattern is strong and warm, and you can also combine contrasting colors in the same work.

3. As far as the color matching of flower materials and containers is concerned, the plain fine vase and elegant chrysanthemum have a sense of coordination; Strong decorative dahlias, thick clay pots with dark glaze. Can show its rough charm; Light blue water sprouts a low-density pink daisy or Xiao Ju; Gerbera jamesonii should be inserted into a crystal clear glass flask with branches wrapped around the bottle. As far as the characteristics of eastern and western floral art are concerned, western floral art has many branches, strong colors and strong contrast;

4. Oriental floral art, with few branches, focuses on the beauty of natural posture, and mostly uses light and light colors. Good at elegance.

Practical flower arrangement skills

1. Natural composition flower arrangement

A: Generally, the growth of plants starts from a point. Therefore, when arranging flowers, the flower arranging device should be regarded as the earth, so that all floral arrangements should start from one place, making people feel that they have grown from one place. Only in this way can the flower arrangement appear energetic and smooth. Otherwise, the branches cross loosely, just like weeds, and there is no aesthetic feeling, so the branches should be as close as possible and as concentrated as possible.

B: The number of flowers should be single, not double. Even numbered flowers tend to look dull, while odd numbered flowers are easy to shape and can induce reverie. We flower growers should try to turn even numbers into odd numbers. For example, four flowers can be inserted into 3+ 1, that is, three flowers are inserted together, and 1 flowers can be inserted into three groups of 3+2+ 1, so the appearance will change.

2. Break the right path and seek strange flower arrangement

The shape should not be single, and it is best not to completely leak out of the bottle mouth. If the lines are single or the colors are monotonous, it will make people feel boring. In the traditional art of flower arrangement, the technique of "breaking" is often used to make it have ups and downs. For example, if you insert one or two lines with opposite directions into a group of lines indicating directions, you will feel the lines stand out. A group of round lines (such as a round flower and a round Ye Er) can add interest and vitality if they are interrupted by one or two lines of other shapes. Usually straight lines are bent, horizontal lines are interrupted by vertical lines, and round lines are interrupted by long lines.

3. Pattern composition and flower arrangement

This pattern emphasizes symmetry and presents neat circular, semi-circular, rectangular, tower-shaped, cylindrical and radial patterns. Conventional flower arrangement requires a wide variety of flowers, lush foliage and strong colors, mainly showing solemn and generous, graceful and gorgeous style. It is a common form of etiquette flower arrangement and western flower arrangement, and is suitable for the display of meeting rooms, living rooms and restaurants.

4. Bonsai composition and flower arrangement:

This method is mainly displayed in the form of bonsai in China, showing the beauty of nature, emphasizing the conception of artistic conception and the blending of things and feelings, plants and emotions. Wide selection of materials, shallow basin suitable for containers, suitable for placing in places with simple background and elegant environment, more elegant and refined.

5. Game-style composition flower arrangement:

Also known as interesting flower arrangement, it is mostly based on wild plants and pastoral fruits and vegetables in nature, and is generally a creative work with characteristics, simplicity and fresh local flavor. Its flower arrangement method breaks the traditional way and becomes free and unrestrained. Rough and simple containers, such as shells, conchs, bamboo slips, farm tools, gourds and baskets, show elegant, natural and vibrant colors.

You must know the skills of arranging flowers in the room.

Rooms can generally be divided into Japanese-style rooms and western-style rooms. Japanese-style rooms are suitable for elegant flowers, with less beautiful, elegant and calm flowers; Western-style rooms should choose the most gorgeous western-style flowers, display colorful flowers as much as possible, and feel harmony.

The flowers in the corner of the decoration room should choose a single front shape, but the flower shape should be high and the grass should choose a higher variety; Xiaosheng can't generalize according to the specific circumstances of his family. We should choose flowers according to the occasion. The flowers placed on the table in the center of the living room for viewing around must be designed into two faces, three faces or even four faces.

First, flowers in western-style rooms

Western-style rooms are mostly decorated with oil paintings and watercolors, which are magnificent, so compared with traditional elegant flowers, colorful plants are more suitable. Because the flowers on the living room round table or dining table should be considerable in all directions, it is advisable to choose four fronts, or two fronts that are short and slightly prominent on the plate (that is, from the front, the right is high and the left is low, from the back, the left is high and the right is low, the front and back are relative, generally low, and even the theme is lower than the general flowers).

This is because when sitting opposite the guest's table, if the flowers on the table are as high as usual, it will affect the guest's line of sight. At this time, if the flowerpot itself is relatively high, you can use the flower shape hanging in all directions to hold flowers.

Second, flowers in Japanese-style rooms

Japanese rooms usually put flowers in niches. The niche varies with the width of the room. In order to coordinate with the niche, the flowers placed in the big niche should be extensive and masculine, and the natural flowers should be built as little as possible. The situation of the minority is just the opposite.

Putting extensive flowers in a niche will have a sense of disharmony; However, a lot of materials are used when holding flowers carefully. No matter how they are arranged, there is always the disadvantage of obliterating natural customs.

Japanese niches and the location of flowers

Hanging shafts are usually hung in the center of Buddhist niches. If the hanging axis is short, flowers can be placed in the middle of the niche; When the hanging shaft is long, flowers should be placed on the right or left side of the hanging shaft, because this will block the picture and hinder viewing.

Third, the flowers on the table