A floral feast
In her book, A Floral Feast, Carolyn Dunster invites you to discover a world of beautifuland edible blooms, transforming your garden into a vibrant source of culinary inspiration. Learn how to grow your own edible flowers, explore their diverse flavors and uses, and elevate your dishes into feast for the eyes and the palate through the lens of photographer Joanna Yee.
Reborn as flowers
This exhibition by Alessandra Genualdo Kingsford explores the concept of reincarnation of the feminine essence. Through a series of floral paintings, Alessandra explores the idea of women being reborn as flowers, a metaphor for resilience and transformation. Flowers, like women, embody strength and fragility, perseverance and vulnerability.
The Marigold: Mexico’s Flower of Remembrance
In this article historians Andrea Reed-Leal & Léon Pradeau explore the Cempoalxochitl, also known as the Marigold, a flower deeply rooted in Mexican culture. Learn more about its significance and how it servesas a bridge between the living and the deceased.
The Enchanting Botanical Garden of Vauville
Nestled in the heart of Normandy, France, lies a botanical paradise defying expectations. The Vauville Botanical Garden boasts over 1,000 plant species from the Southern Hemisphere, creating a vibrant tapestry of exotic flora. Embark on a private tour with photographer Gaëlle Tronquit.
Making memories with natural dyes & slow stitching
Kokun is an Indian label by textile artist Mridu Mehra that specializes in crafting handmade, eco-printed, and zero-waste pieces. The garments exude a breathable, raw, and ethereal allure, dyed in Sappanwood, Indigo, Tesuflowers, Madder roots, Neem leaves, and Hibiscus. Naturally dyed fabric exhibits antimicrobial, antifungal, and deodorizing properties. Veronica wears a few of their iconic pieces in this series shot by Kira Issar for Blumenhaus.
Roadtrip Diary
French photographer Lucie Bascoul captured the essence of California sunshine through her lens. Transforming ordinary moments into whimsical scenes, this series invites you on a joyful ride through everyday life, bathed in the warm glow of California.
Flowers for Mary
Botanical decorations are often overlooked in the ancient grandiosity and dark spectacle of religious buildings. Iris Bergman wanted to bring these symbols of mourning, rebirth, tribute and beauty to the forefront. Every still-life is the result of a human gesture.
A unique story whispered by flowers and leaves
Meet Amanda de Beaufort, the creative mind behind a_db botanical color, a line of hand-dyed textiles made with love and nature’s vibrant palette. Discover her passion for connecting with nature even amidst urban landscapes and the process behind transforming plants into wearable wonders. Amanda’s story is about about finding joy in the handmade, embracing slow living, and sustainability. So, get ready to be inspired by her creativity, dedication, and the magic that unfolds when nature meets textiles.
Textile Treasures Reborn
Inspired by a shared passion for 18th-century folk art, Irish photographer, author and textile collector Ruth Ribeaucourt and Vincent Farelly & Jean-Baptiste Martin founders of the french brand Antoinette Poisson collaborated to bring you a collection infused with heritage and charm.
Astrid Wilson
In this interview, we'll delve into Astrid Wilson’s artistic journey, exploring her favorite techniques, the inspirations behind her beloved flower market series, and the exciting dream projects on her horizon. So, grab your favorite color pencil and settle in, as we discover the world through the eyes of Astrid!
The Nixie
“With the least possible cuts I want to make a new and neat image. I like to create surreal and undefinable images to offer the viewer his own interpretation. I prefer to display an atmosphere or mood instead of a definite story; mostly tinted with a nostalgic feeling due to the old material I prefer to use.”
Translating Nature’s Beauty into Glass
Sculptor and designer Lucie Claudia Podrabska’s work is dedicated to preserving memories and capturing the ephemeral beauty of Nature through exquisite glass and paper mache objects. With a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and a commitment to sustainability, Lucie creates pieces that are both visually captivating and emotionally resonant. She embarks us on an inspiring journey through rich cultural heritage and natural splendor of Bohemia.
Sowvital, a breath of fresh air in plant care
With a vision for the future, Sowvital is continuously exploring innovative ways to enhance the plant care experience. Its founder, Jack Lewis’ love for plants stems from his childhood experiences. Growing up surrounded by lush greenery, he developed an appreciation for the natural beauty and calming presence that plants bring to our lives. This passion ignited a desire to share his knowledge and love for plants with others, ultimately leading to the creation of Sowvital. Sowvital is more than just a brand; it is a community of plant lovers who share a passion for nurturing and caring for the natural world. With its commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation, Sowvital is poised to revolutionize the plant care routine, inspiring individuals to cultivate thriving indoor gardens.
Marine’s life in motion
Marine Buffard has many talents, including illustration and motion, which we're completely obsessed with. She finds inspiration in the small details of her everyday Parisian life, and glorifies them through brilliant, poetic animations. Her unique style is defined by the use of fine black lines mixed with soft, diffuse colors that are good for the soul. Learn more about her creative process and vision.
A nostalgic escape
Vesna Vrdoljak fuses photographs and bits of paper to create narrative arrangements which are all cut and glued by hand. She creates intimate and minimal works as well as blow ups, where she is playing with scale and texture to create new narratives.
Various entrances
With her gramophone flowers, Various entrances, Artist Netaly Aylon opens up a portal to another celestial place.
Business is Blooming
It’s an early start to the day and Los Angeles is bathed in soft sunlight. Like most mornings, scores of commuters are leaving their houses all over the city, hoping to beat the traffic on their way to work. Punika, known as Puni, is one of them. She picks me up at 6.30am in her white Fiat 500 and we make our way downtown through the already congested freeway. Once we’ve parked under a bright blue sky on the topmost floor of a parking lot, Puni pulls out her access badge to enter the building and heads straight for the coffee machine. Though she checks her phone for client briefs and project deadlines while waiting for her coffee to be ready, this is no ordinary downtown office day.
Autumn Equinox Table design
As we celebrated the autumn equinox and the abundance of the season, flower grower Hannah Bryce of Minnow and Wolf and floral designer April Deering from April Rose Flowers share their tips on how to design a seasonable and sustainable tablescape.