Funerary Mask of a Young Woman
Unknown
Pedestal Description
I wanted to honor the artwork with reverent and symbolic choices of blooms found in traditional mourning ceremonies.
Unknown - Funerary Mask of a Young Woman
2024 - Oriental lily, chrysanthemum, snapdragon, kiwi vine, brass vase
Plank Mask
Unknown
Pedestal Description
My arrangement reflects the initiation values of youth and ancestry, ignorance and knowledge, humility and wisdom, and strength and sacrifice.
Unknown - Plank Mask
2022 - Leucadendron, agonis, banksia, rattan cane vase, knotted paper cord
the algerian
Charles-Henri-Joseph Cordier
Pedestal Description
In an effort to pay homage to the artist, I have chosen colors that are representative of the diverse North African textiles.
Charles-Henri-Joseph Cordier - The Algerian
2020 - Pincushion protea, craspedia, anthurium, Chulucanas vase
swahili door
Unknown
Pedestal Description
I wanted this piece to reflect the liveliness and energy of the vibrant port city where this door once stood.
Swahili - Door
2019 - Mink protea, ginger, hanging amaranthus, anthurium, ti leaves, metal vase
Photography courtesy of Laura Buhman
reclining nude ii
Henri Matisse
Pedestal Description
I chose this artwork to challenge myself. I wanted to create a natural and organic arrangement inspired by cast bronze and solid sculpture.
Henri Matisse - Reclining Nude II
2016 - Calla lily, orchid, anthurium, gravy boat vessel
Photography courtesy of Jim Nash & Laura Buhman