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Flowerona Links: With peonies, paintings & a ranch…

May 4, 2014 By Rona Leave a Comment

It’s time to escape into the wonderful world of flowers…!

General

Spring floral photography post by Katie Spicer feat. Sabine Darrall Lovely images from a floral workshop by The Flower Drum Heart-warming post from Erin at Floret about her recent workshop Recreating paintings with flowers featuring Tinge Floral Quirky vases filled with blooms via Oh Joy Britain’s best places to see bluebells Interview with Claire from Informal Florist Stunning peonies feature in this grower interview via Field to Vase

Weddings

Spectacular floral display in a kaleidoscope of colours by Poho Flowers Fabulous florals by Fairy Nuff Flowers at Northbrook Park Vintage elegance meets rustic chic at this ranch wedding European courtyard wedding inspiration with wonderful blooms Beautiful flowers at this music hall wedding South Carolina lighthouse wedding with white & cream floral designs Quirky wedding inspiration with blooms by Joanne Truby Gorgeous florals at this classic vintage wedding

Flowerona Blog Posts

Beautiful new summer collection from Jane Packer Delivered Wonderful plaster cast tiles of flowers by Rachel Dein of Tactile Studio Flowerona Reflects…on the month of April Flowerona Calendar : May 2014 Interview with Brittany Asch of BRRCH Book Review of The Plant Recipe Book by Baylor Chapman

Video

Lovely video featuring New York based florist Sarah Ryhanen of Saipua, who I had the pleasure of meeting this week in London.… Read more

Beautiful floral-inspired paintings by Stephanie Richards

October 22, 2013 By Rona Leave a Comment

Thank you very much for all your comments on Flowerona and Facebook about yesterday’s blog post.

Whilst we were in Cornwall last week, we visited lots of art galleries as we’re on the look-out for a picture for our kitchen extension.

In Padstow Fine Art, a gallery in the heart of the town, we came across the work of Stephanie Richards.

So today, I thought I’d share with you a selection of her beautiful floral-inspired paintings.

I love the simplicity of Stephanie’s artwork, the muted colour palette and her delicate portrayal of flowers.… Read more

Beautiful floral-inspired paintings & prints by Elaine Pamphilon

September 12, 2013 By Rona Leave a Comment

Next month, we’re planning on taking a relaxing autumn break in Cornwall…and that’s where artist Elaine Pamphilon is based.

Lots of creative people seem to gather in this part of the world and I’m really looking forward to visiting some art galleries and craft studios whilst we’re there, as well as taking lots of walks on the beach!

To brighten up your Thursday, I thought I’d share a selection of Elaine’s beautiful floral-inspired paintings and prints with you…

Aren’t they wonderful? … Read more

Beautiful floral-inspired paintings by Natalie Rymer

August 20, 2013 By Rona 4 Comments

I’ve recently discovered the work of artist Natalie Rymer, which I thought I’d share with you today.

Below is just a small selection of her beautiful floral-inspired paintings…

As for a little bit of background about Natalie…

She trained as an artist at Wimbledon School of Art in London, where she studied a degree in Fine Art & Painting.

Now she lives on the Sussex and Kent border, finding inspiration all around her. She’s influenced by artists Mary Fedden, Howard Hodgkin, Patrick Heron and Matisse.… Read more

Introducing artist, Annie O’Brien Gonzales…

June 27, 2013 By Rona 7 Comments

Recently, I was contacted by artist Annie O’Brien Gonzales.

And today I’m delighted to feature an interview with Annie, together with a selection of her beautiful floral paintings.

When did you start painting flowers and where are you based?

I live in Santa Fe, New Mexico and I began full-time professional painting in 2007.

I went to art school earlier in life, but then went into the ‘real world’ and left my painting behind for many years.

My very first impulse when I started painting again was to paint flowers.… Read more