» Bouquets to Art 2018

I saw Kiana Underwood’s demonstration, entitled “Reclaiming the Past: Old-World Florals for Today.” Her monochromatic color choices with abundant use of garden materials are something I adore. Her design principal looks similar to Ariella Chezar, my favorite floral designer. More interestingly, her talk really inspired me to be successful. “Follow your passion, practice your skills and work with clients who trust your talents …” I agree 100%. I am so glad that I attended this event!

Besides Kiana’s presentation, these are my favorite arrangements at Bouquets to Art 2018.

Designed by Yu-Mei Chen; co-exhibitor Chin-Huat Chang (San Jose)
Complimentary art: Edward Sheriff Curtis, Pomo Seed-Gathering Utensils, plate 484 from The North American Indian (1924)

It is carefuly balanced and simply beautiful.

Elaborate leaf weaving technique is impressive.

Enormous size!

The combination of Amarilys and air plants is unusual and creative.

Designed by Michael Daigian Design, Michael Daigian; co-exhibitor Jennifer Lato (San Francisco)
Complimentary art: Maya artist(s), Mexico, stela with K’awiil, the god of lightning and fertility (800-1000)

Designed by Poppy’s Petalworks, Laura Auyeung (San Francisco)
Complimentary art: Kara Walker, Resurrection Story with Patrons (2017)

Black cala lily looks surreal but stunning.

Designed by Hunter-Lee Flowers, Katsuko Thielke (Mountain View)
Complimentary art: Ruth Asawa, untitled sculptures (1959-1965)

This is a tiny arrangement but it has a lot of detailed structural work. I wonder how he dyed the roses in multiple colors. I normally do not like artificial things, but this is done beautifully and very complimentary to Andy Warhol’s painting.