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August 12, 2026

A Year of Learning, Teaching, and Floral Connection

It has been nearly a year since I shared my experiences creating a botanical installation for Hoogstraten Groenten & Bloemen in Belgium. Although the website has been quiet since then, my life in floral design has been anything but quiet. This past year has taken me back into the classroom, onto the stage as a […]

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September 17, 2025

Layer by Layer – My Hoogstraten Construction Takes Shape

Each year, creating a piece for Hoogstraten Groenten & Bloemen is both a challenge and a privilege. It’s a chance to step beyond daily practice and let construction itself carry a story. For me, a botanical construction is never just a support for flowers — it is sculpture, rhythm, and movement, already alive before the first bloom […]

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February 14, 2025

Designing with Born Free Roses

Elevating floral artistry with the stunning Born Free® roses! Proud to collaborate with @deruiterinnovations on these romantic arrangements that showcase the timeless beauty of their premium red roses. Each petal tells a story of passion and excellence – that’s the Born Free® difference. From elegant bouquets to show-stopping installations, these roses bring dreams to life.  […]

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February 14, 2025

International Teachers of Floristry Seminar

I’m thrilled to share a transformative experience from my recent participation in the International Teachers of Floristry seminar, brilliantly organized by @gregorlersch and @boermainstituutflowerschool. This comprehensive program proved to be an exceptional opportunity for professional growth and creative exploration in the art of floral design. Throughout the week, we delved deep into three innovative themes […]

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January 9, 2025

Master Floral Art

Master the Art of Contemporary Floral Design Step into my world of contemporary floral artistry—where structure meets creativity and flowers become sculpture. I’m an EMC Teaching Coach and hold a teaching degree in Sogetsu Ikebana, so I blend European design thinking with Japanese discipline and line to create work that’s both architectural and expressive. With […]

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July 9, 2021

Art Blooms!

Today the exhibition “Art Blooms!” opens at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, floral art interpretations of selected artists work from two shows in the gallery. I chose a woodcut by the incredibly talented Midway Bee entitled “Biocide” partially because I love woodcuts, but more for the story behind the work. It’s a magnificent piece! […]

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