To honor a life well lived and to support and endow the David Shover AIFD Fund, AIFD Southern Chapter, in collaboration with OASIS Floral Products North America, is excited to introduce the third edition of our Body Flower Contest.
The Grand Prize
Winner receives a $500 Smithers-Oasis package and a free registration to Gather 2025.
How to enter
Go to the Eventbrite link and pay a $25 entry fee for each design you wish to submit.
Submit a clear photo of each design here.
Rules
Designs must feature Smithers-Oasis products.
Body flower design size should be up to 12 inches.
You may submit up to 3 entries.
Deadline to submit
Enter by October 31st, 2024, 11:59 PM.
How to Donate Without Submitting a Design?
To make a donation, go to the Eventbrite link and select the ticket type. We offer two options:
1-Body Flower Contest
2-Donation to David Shover AIFD Fund
Select the second option to proceed with your donation.
David Shover AIFD, of Sterling, Virginia, was born October 9, 1962, in Carlisle, Pennsylvania and passed away on Tuesday February 11, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
As a mentor, a teacher, a colleague, and friend, he chose to inspire rather than to control. Colleagues witnessed design development at its best, watching many hands often contribute as ideas evolved. His kindness, sense of humor, laughter, and welcoming smile accompanied his incredible talent in countless opportunities with students most willing to learn. His teachings, as a Teleflora Education Specialist, broadened his audiences in nationally acclaimed presentations.
He was inducted into AIFD in 1989 and served in numerous leadership roles for Southern Chapter and for AIFD. He chose to lead by example, and it was through this quiet style of leadership that he offered so much to so many. Among the most memorable times was the year he served as Program Coordinator for the AIFD Symposium in Chicago in 2014. His service to Southern Chapter culminated in the highest honor a Chapter can bestow when he served as Southern Chapter President from 2003-2004.
His leadership in AIFD contributed to countless projects. His tenure on the AIFD National Board resulted in serving as President-elect of the Institute. Had circumstances been different, David would have completed his term as AIFD President in July 2021.
As we celebrate the legacy of David Shover AIFD and honor a life dedicated to creativity and mentorship, we invite you to participate in the Body Flower Contest. This is not just an opportunity to showcase your talent but also to contribute to a cause that continues to inspire future generations in the floral community. Whether you’re submitting a design or donating, your involvement helps ensure that David’s spirit of generosity and passion for education lives on. Let’s come together to honor his memory and support the David Shover AIFD Fund, fostering the same kindness and inspiration that David shared with us all.
We look forward to your beautiful creations and thank you for being part of this meaningful tribute!
