International Articles

A Journey Through Nature and Design: My Experience at Hoogstraten 2025

A Journey Through Nature and Design: My Experience at Hoogstraten 2025

By Antonia Tibbits; AIFD The sun is the central force for our solar system, which drives earth’s climate, seasons and provides heat for life. In September, I had the honor to be invited and to participate as a Designer for in the 26th edition of…

‘AIFD Korea’ 2025 Fall Seminar

‘AIFD Korea’ 2025 Fall Seminar

By Eun-Sook Noh (Representative of ‘AIFD Korea’) The 2025 ‘AIFD Korea’ Fall Seminar was held on September 13th in Seoul, South Korea.  ‘AIFD Korea’ was established in 2014 and for the last 11years members have met twice a year, with a general meeting in January…

The Accent: A Celebration of Floral Art and Cultural Exchange in Macau

The Accent: A Celebration of Floral Art and Cultural Exchange in Macau

This Western floral art exhibition, themed “The Accent,” is jointly presented by the Society of Chinese Members of AIFD and the Macau Academy of Flower Arrangement Designers. It ingeniously incorporates Macau’s landmark elements and employs AIFD’s internationally renowned floral design techniques to showcase groundbreaking artistic…

Celebrating Floral Artistry: 6th ZEN Artistry International Floral Exhibition

Celebrating Floral Artistry: 6th ZEN Artistry International Floral Exhibition

In December 2024, the Society of Chinese Members of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) proudly partnered with the World Orchid Association (Malaysia Chapter) and the Kim Loo Teng Temple to present the 6th ZEN Artistry International Floral Exhibition titled 《花中说禅~佛前供花》, held in the…

Captivating Autumn’s Floral Tapestry Exhibition in Hong Kong

Captivating Autumn’s Floral Tapestry Exhibition in Hong Kong

The vibrant hues and fragrant blooms of the Autumn’s Floral Tapestry Exhibition, hosted by SOLOMON BLOEMEN Flower School, transformed the Forsgate Conservatory at Hong Kong Park into a stunning showcase of floral artistry in early November 2024. The event brought together over 20 talented AIFD…

AIFD Korea Fall Seminar – 2024

AIFD Korea Fall Seminar – 2024

By Eun-Sook Noh International Representative of ‘AIFD Korea’ The 2024 ‘AIFD Korea’ Fall Seminar was held on October 5th in Seoul, South Korea. ‘AIFD Korea’ was established in 2014 with 63 AIFD members. For the last decade, members have met twice a year, a general…

Déjame compartir nuestra experiencia como Socio Educador de AIFD

Déjame compartir nuestra experiencia como Socio Educador de AIFD

INSTITUTO MEXICANO TÉCNICO FLORALROCÍO SILVA AIFD, CEJ, CFD, PFCI Cuando empezamos a considerar convertirnos en Socios Educadores de AIFD, no estábamos completamente seguros de qué esperar. Pero déjame decirte algo: ha sido transformador. Desde el momento en que nos unimos a esta prestigiosa red, todo…

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…

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…

Sustainability is the Key – Spreading Love with Flowers to the Community

Sustainability is the Key – Spreading Love with Flowers to the Community

Spreading the joy and positivity of flowers in the community is not a one-off event but an ongoing process.  Keeping the positive momentum! Following the third floral workshops “A touch of summer”, Dr. Solomon Leong, AIFD PFCI CFD and his team has just held another series of workshops with the sunshine kids (cancer survivors) at the Children’s Cancer Foundations (CCF) bringing another perspective of floral arrangement to them.