Pressed Flower Art Workshop at Rippon Lea Estate

~ Immersive, garden-to-art experience ~



2 hours Location Elsternwick Class size 1 to 6 guests   $115 - $125 (Earlybird price of $115 applies if you book into a public session 7+ days ahead, otherwise $125 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $115/guest for 2+ guests)
Step into the beautiful gardens of Rippon Lea Estate and discover the art of preserving flowers in this unique, hands-on pressed flower workshop.
Begin your experience with a guided walk through a section of the property garden, where you’ll learn how to thoughtfully select flowers and botanicals suitable for pressing. With guidance, you’ll pick your own flowers from the garden and discover how different flowers, leaves, and natural textures can be preserved and transformed into botanical art.
You’ll then return to the workshop space to learn the fundamentals of flower pressing and use the provided pressing tools to prepare your flowers onsite. Along the way, you’ll learn about selecting, arranging, and preserving flowers, as well as simple design principles such as colour, balance, composition, and layering.
To complete the experience, you’ll create your own pressed flower framed artwork using a beautiful selection of prepared pressed flowers provided during the workshop. You’ll be guided through the arrangement and design process so you can create a unique botanical composition to take home and enjoy.
This workshop is a wonderful opportunity to slow down, connect with nature, and experience the beauty of Rippon Lea Estate in a creative and meaningful way.
Class Highlights:
  • A guided flower-picking experience through a section of the Rippon Lea Estate gardens
  • Learn how to select flowers and botanicals suitable for pressing
  • Learn the basics of flower pressing and preservation
  • Use of flower-pressing tools provided during the workshop
  • Learn simple principles of botanical composition
  • Create your own framed pressed flower artwork onsite
  • A selection of prepared pressed flowers provided for your artwork
In the event of unsuitable weather, a selection of fresh-cut flowers will be provided so you can still enjoy the flower-pressing experience and create your own beautiful botanical artwork.
All pressed flowers and botanicals, materials, tools, and equipment needed to create your artwork will be supplied.
The selection of pressed flowers and botanicals is curated seasonally and may vary from workshop to workshop. While some of the flower varieties shown in the inspo images may not be available on the day, a wide range of pressed flowers and botanicals is provided for you to choose from.
Admission to Rippon Lea Estate is included in your workshop ticket. Guided mansion and garden tours by the property's patrons are available as a separate purchase.

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Upcoming dates for Pressed Flower Art Workshop at Rippon Lea Estate

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 21 Oct 2026, 12:06am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 21 Nov 2026 and 21 Nov 2026.

  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 12:30pm-2:30pm
What you'll get
Take home your personalised pressed flower art frame (4x6" size), along with your own flower press filled with flowers you’ve handpicked from the garden. Once pressed and ready, your flowers will be perfect for creating thoughtful, personalised Christmas gifts and keepsakes for your loved ones.
Knowledge required
No previous art or craft experience is required. Whether you’re a flower lover, nature enthusiast, creative beginner, or simply looking for a unique experience in a beautiful garden setting, this workshop is designed to be relaxed, hands-on, and enjoyable.
What to bring
Simply bring yourself and your creativity.
~ The Fine Print (Safety & Liability) ~
By grabbing a ticket to this workshop, you’re agreeing to a few quick terms and conditions to keep everyone safe and happy:
  • Tools & Safety: We’ll be using standard craft tools like scissors, tweezers, and glass frames. You agree to follow along with the safety tips shared during the class.
  • Liability: While we do everything we can to keep things safe, the workshop host isn't responsible for any accidental cuts, minor injuries, reactions to plants, or damage to personal items during the session.
  • Minors: If you're booking for a younger creator, please make sure they are comfortable handling basic craft tools safely.
Location

Rippon Lea Estate, The Conservatory - 192 Hotham St, Elsternwick VIC

Pressed Flower Art Workshop at Rippon Lea Estate location
Your teacher

PRISM PETALS
PRISM PETALS

female Women-owned

Hi, I’m Priscilla, the creator behind Prism Petals, my home-based floral studio.
I’ve always been captivated by the quiet beauty of flowers—their delicate textures, subtle colors, and the intricate details that make each bloom unique. This fascination led me back to a childhood love of flower pressing and a lifelong appreciation for creating with my hands.
Having been in the corporate world crunching numbers for many years, I found myself drawn to a slower, more intentional way of creating. Flowers became my medium for artistic expression, a passion I further nurtured by completing a floristry design course in late 2025.
I see pressed flower art as where floral design meets fine art—a way to capture nature’s fleeting beauty and transform it into something lasting. Through my workshops, I invite you to slow down, explore your creativity, and discover the joy of arranging delicate botanicals into your own unique artwork.
Whether you’re seeking a new creative outlet or simply a moment of calm, I look forward to sharing the beauty of pressed flowers with you.
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