Floral Design News

Floral Art Show Strives to Create a Winter Destination for Floral Appreciation

Floral Art Show Strives to Create a Winter Destination for Floral Appreciation

By Ruben Consa AIFD, PFCI, Founder The Doral Art & Flowers Festival was organized by the YOLA GUZ AIFD School of Floral Design and held December 7-17 in The City of Doral. The event touted support from city Mayor Christi Fraga and many sponsors, including…

Announcing a World-class Enhanced Design Session with Interflora World Cup Champion Nicolaus Peters

Announcing a World-class Enhanced Design Session with Interflora World Cup Champion Nicolaus Peters

In a world where floral design is synonymous with blooms and blossoms, step into the enchanting realm of paper when Interflora World Cup Champion Nicolaus Peters presents a world-class hands-on design session. Paper Magic: Unveiling Floral Artistry During the AIFD® Symposium Thursday, July 4, 2024,…

Tropical Plant International Expo: Record Breaking Year

Tropical Plant International Expo: Record Breaking Year

By Janet Black AIFD CFD TPIE was started by seven International Foliage Growers in 1973 to benefit the industry.  These were dedicated people growing plants around the country. Their passion for the industry was ingrained in the shows and continues today. This year TPIE had…

AIFD Awards Committee Seeks Nominations

Know of someone who deserves to be honored! Have you considered nominating someone but were unsure how to go about it? Let’s see if we can answer some of your questions. What does the AIFD® Awards Committee do? The primary responsibility of the committee is…

Pacific Northwest Hosting Internationally Renowned Floral Designer Julia Rose This Spring

Pacific Northwest Hosting Internationally Renowned Floral Designer Julia Rose This Spring

Up in the Pacific Northwest Region, a buzzing excitement has been building up in anticipation of the first NW chapter event. We will be hosting the sensational botanical artist Julia Rose, all the way from Australia! She is internationally renowned for her Interactive and immersive…

AIFD National Board at Work: An Update from the Fall Board Meeting

The AIFD Board of Directors met in October in Orlando Florida, at the Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek Resort – the home of our upcoming 2024 Symposium.  The location is stunning and AIFD leadership is so excited to bring to you a lineup of presenters,…

Wisdom Lies in Experience – Recognizing Longtime AIFD Member Susan Ishkanian

Wisdom Lies in Experience – Recognizing Longtime AIFD Member Susan Ishkanian

By Brenna Quan AIFD The American Institute of Floral Designers has a special group that it recognizes: the Laureate Status Members. These individuals qualify to apply once they reach at least 21 years of membership, with a minimum attendance of 10 National Symposia. Once the…

Embark on a journey into the world of innovative floral design with the New Generation

Embark on a journey into the world of innovative floral design with the New Generation

 與新世代一同踏入創新花藝設計的世界 By: Dodo FUNG Kit Yee AIFD CFD Fearlessly taking a “leap of faith,” our trio, K.K. Loo, Teresa Tsui, and Michelle Lo, showcased their creativity at both local and international floral events. Having successfully completed their PFDE in 2023, K.K. Loo and Teresa Tsui…

Join Tom De Houwer at the 2024 AIFD Emerge Symposium for a Hands-On Workshop benefitting the AIFD Foundation

Join Tom De Houwer at the 2024 AIFD Emerge Symposium for a Hands-On Workshop benefitting the AIFD Foundation

Join us, during the 2024 AIFD® Symposium, for an extraordinary experience with world-renowned floral artist and educator Tom De Houwer, as he guides a transformative journey into the world of floral artistry. Plan to delve deep into his secret philosophy and immerse yourself in sustainable…

Melodies of Autumn Blooms: Radiant Grace – Showcasing Talent and Creativity of our CFD/AIFD graduate students

Melodies of Autumn Blooms: Radiant Grace – Showcasing Talent and Creativity of our CFD/AIFD graduate students

– Bonnie Chu AIFD CFD “Melodies of Autumn Blooms: Radiant Grace” was the title of a captivating floral exhibition organized by SOLOMON BLOEMEN Flower School, held at the conservatory in Hong Kong Park during early November. Showcasing the remarkable talent and creativity of graduate students…