Devon & Abraham
Wedding Date: February 11, 2012
Location: venue in Astoria
Photographer: Daniel Stark
Such a fun winter woodland wedding!
Bright Whimsical Bouquets
Photographer Lauren Brooks asked if I could provide a couple of bouquets for a workshop that she taught with another photographer a couple of weeks ago. Thank you Lauren for the great pictures!
These bouquets are made in custom made wire cage, which is embellished with bullion and thin aluminum wire, pearls, feathers and wired blossoms. One of the handles is decorated with rose petals, wire and pearls; the other one with foliage and string of pearls.
“The Power of the Purse” fundraiser at the Portland Art Museum
“The Power of the Purse” fundraising dinner at the Portland Art Museum on March 9th was a benefit for GirlsInc. The mission of this incredible organization is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold.
Cindy Thompson Event Productions explains what the fundraising dinner is about: “The Power of the Purse is not your standard fundraising dinner. In the months prior the event, Portland’s most notable leaders, artists, entrepreneurs and philanthropists worked with local purse designers creating the handbag of their dreams.
Each piece was a unique work of art that was auctioned off during a live fashion show showcasing the fabulous handbags, the creative individuals who inspired their design, and the bright stars of the evening-Girls Inc. girls The Power of the Purse auction and dinner raises money to support Girls Inc., Portland’s local non-profit that supports girls in need to recognize their potential, honor their resiliency, and believe in themselves.”
Cindy asked if I could donate flower purses for the bistro tables; it was my pleasure to be able to contribute to this event.
A huge thank you to Joni Shimabukuro for the pictures!
Botanical Couture for Event Cosmetics at the Nines
Last month Katherine Sealy, owner of Event Cosmetics, asked if I could create some botanical couture for her display case at the bridal show at the Nines. The bridal show was sponsored by Portland Bride&Groom Magazine. That day, Katherine launched the Diamant Fragrance from the French Company Fragonard for brides, as a fine European scent available exclusively at Event Cosmetics studio locations.
Thank you Ara with Aralani Photography for the great pictures!
Botanical Couture Workshop on April 9, 10, 11
photos: Elijah Park, Joni Shimabukuro, Ted Mishima
In this new workshop on Botanical Couture you will learn the mechanics behind creating sumptuous designs that mimic objects in our everyday lives. Ornate purses, shoes and headpieces will expand the way you think about flowers! Françoise shares the techniques she has honed in the creation of these beautifully-crafted floral designs. To stand alone as centerpieces or to be worn as an elegant fashion statement, these couture pieces delight and amuse.
This class offers practical, hands-on experience that will further develop your own skills and repertoire and increase your confidence to think outside the box. After a demonstration of floral techniques and mechanics, you will design your own pieces. You will hone your artistic talents, and will be encouraged to listen to your intuition and further your own vision. Classes are limited to five students to ensure valuable individual attention.
Dates: Monday April 9, Tuesday April 10 and Wednesday April 11
Time: 9am til 4pm (1 hour lunch break)
Where: At Françoise’s Studio
Cost: $1,100 – A 50% deposit is requested to reserve your space; the balance is due March 26
For more information, please call 503-236-5829 or check my website
Edible Arrangement for the “Garden to Table’ Display Garden at the Yard, Garden & Patio Show
Last weekend the Yard, Garden & Patio Show at the Convention Center was put on by the Oregon Association of Nurseries.
Karen Schwartz with Calendula Garden Design and Carol Senna with Melingo Studio Landscape Design created the fantastic “Garden to Table” display garden. For a great description please read Valerie Easton’s blog, Plant Talk.
Karen invited me to make an edible arrangement for the long, rustic table.
Kale!
Kale is such a favorite vegetable to use in arrangements. I love the curly 3d texture and that kale is readily available at the grocery store year around. Simply re-cut the stems and put them in water and they will last for at least a week.
photo: Joni Shimabukuro
photo: Joni Shimabukuro
Botanical Shoes for the Schoolhouse Supplies Benefit
Last Friday Schoolhouse Supplies, an organization that connects members of the community with students in over 130 schools throughout the Portland Public School district, had it’s annual fundraiser at the Portland Art Museum. OnPoint sponsored the Celebrity Bee benefit. The fundraiser was a huge success!!!!
It was a pleasure to sponsor the flowers for this special event. Joni Shimabukuro was the photographer extraordinaire! Joni has such a keen eye and her images always reveal the most minute details.
It was a blast making the botanical shoes for the bistro tables!
