Basic Colour Theory in Floral Design, 5 Harmonies

Whether it’s from a local flower farm, the grocery store or my back yard fresh flowers are part of my décor. They add freshness, color and personality to a space. Everyone has their favorite color scheme, mixing and arranging so to start off the fall , speakers Regina and Susanne will show us how to use the 5 Harmonies.

The 5 Harmonies, sounds like a musical group. As it turns out there are 5 basic Colour Harmonies for floral arrangements. So, in a way it is like a musical collaboration of colours. The Sooke Garden Club September speakers will be presenting a demonstration of the 5 basic Colour Harmonies that are used in artistic expressions which include garden and landscape design.

According to our guest speakers, colour is the first impression and reflects the general emotion of floral design. Understanding how to use colour to create an overall look is a complex and evolving area of studying. Knowing how and when to use the first 5 basic colour harmonies; monochromatic, analogous, triadic, complementary, and polychromatic is the starting point.

Regina Ternus has been an active member of the Victoria Floral Artists Guild. She first became interested in flower arranging to better use flowers from her garden. Regina has studied with several floral design teachers, participates in flower shows and currently is the Program Chair for the Guild.

Susanne Barkers interest in flower arranging started from photographing member’s designs and evolved into flower designs of her own. She has entered several flower shows, participated in many Guild Workshops and been a Director on the Board, and is currently the Vice President of the Guild.

If you are a current Sooke Garden Club member, or would like to join, come to the meeting on Wednesday, September 28th at 7:00pm at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. There will be a chance to gather after and catch up on summer gardening.