Jane Packer's World Flowers

Jane Packer. From the sophisticated to the romantic and the grand to the exotic, there are cut flowers to suit every occasion and every room. Always searching for new sources of inspiration, leading international floral artist Jane Packer presents a fresh approach to flower arranging in this book. Using flowers and plants from all around the world, she explains how she draws on various landscapes, traditions and cultures to create distinctive displays for every occasion and interior. Taking in turn fourteen different countries, she reveals the key elements that have inspired her floral creations - from the chic Parisian boutiques in the fashion capital of the world to the colorful food packaging seen everywhere on the streets of China; from the romance of a rambling English country garden to Japan's unique juxtapostion of the ancient and the ultra-modern. Sculptural displays of exotic blooms conjure up the tropical sensuality of the Caribbean, while a simple display of prehistoric-looking protea suggest the parched, primeval landscape of southern Africa. As well as revealing the thought processes behind her designs, she gives clear instructions on how to create them, with hints and tips to help you achieve professional results. There is also a directory of the designer's favorite blooms, with suggestions for alternative flowers to take into account seasonal availability. Illustrated with stunning photographs by Thomas Steward, this book with encourage you to take a fresh look at the world around you and inspire you to create unique and memorable floral displays. Softcover. 160 pages. More than 90 full-color photos.

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