Journal archive
August 12, 2026
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 21, 2025
September 17, 2025
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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September 15, 2025
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 […]
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February 14, 2025
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
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 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
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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May 20, 2021
Art in Bloom at Anderson House 2021 is an opportunity for virtual museum patrons to view an interpretation, not a re-creation, of a specific artwork or collection or theme (including architectural inspirations) rendered in a floral medium. Twenty-two of DC’s most creative and innovative floral designers have come together to each showcase their unique style, […]
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April 26, 2021
I was invited to participate in Sogetsu Concentus Study group’s online virtual exhibition for Earth day. Ikebanists from across the globe were invited to contribute a design for the show. Many different schools were represented, with a total of 139 participants. The exhibition can be viewed here:
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