Here are some highlights from my photo collection.
Upon entering the convention center, a giant Calder display greets visitors with bright primary colors of red yellow and blue. Also functioning as a performance stage, there were a variety of entertainers including BANDALOOP, a vertical dance troop who flew through the air cascading down the flower covered forms.
Next, a Mondrian inspired display with red, yellow, and blue flowers nestled inside of a linear, geometric structure. This worked to create a somewhat believable natural and architectural environment while making the two-dimensionality of the painting come to life.
Bright colors and geometric forms were everywhere, with organic textures playing off of the more structured yet fluid architectural lines.
Many of the colors stood out like a vibrant palette of blues, reds, and oranges.
Along with the artwork inspired displays were some of my favorite tablescape settings. The one above had so many wonderful details, including pieces of decorative blue glass, hanging lanterns, and a creative potting bench. Salvaged items made for a rustic and whimsical setting. I was particularly excited to see the pieces of blue glass that I had written about it in one of my posts this past summer.
The culinary table setting below, was one of my favorites of the show this year. The attention to detail in this sushi inspired feast was amazing, with an imaginative and bountiful harvest created out of organic and edible colors and textures.
Every
year there are a variety of displays showcasing artwork created by both
adults and students. The two beautifully detailed landscape pieces
below are made with entirely organic plant and flower materials.
The small dioramas using small landscape plants always offer a fun escape into a miniature world.
Like Frieda Kahlo's studio...
Leonardo DaVinci's studio...
Keith Haring's house...
The Lady of Shalott...
And finallya scene from The Birds...
And as always, the plant specimens are a highlight and great research opportunity.
A fun time at the Flower Show this year, can't wait until next!