The Art of Floral Design. Principles of Floral Style

Floristry is not just about creating interesting floral arrangements for a specific occasion; it is a true art that soothes and inspires, immersing deeply into history and creatively developing. In the book by designer and florist Christine Gil, you will not find step-by-step instructions for creating specific bouquets. The author invites designers, gardeners, and entrepreneurs to look at floristry in a new way and to deeply reflect on their work with flowers. Find inspiration in works of visual art and historical sources, explore Baroque music, Impressionist paintings, or the works of floral innovators such as Gertrude Jekyll and Constance Spry. You will embark on a philosophical journey into the beautiful world of flowers, acquainted with unique themes: from color theory and floral design reflecting artistic styles throughout the centuries to the ethics of gathering plants for various compositions and photographing them. In this book, you will find: - universal lessons for any practical level, budget, and materials; - all aspects of floral design, including selecting plants for growing and arranging; - recommendations for choosing tools and vessels, balancing color and form. "Christine Gil is a rare talent with the eye of an artist, the pen of a poet, and the heart of a gardener. In this book, you will find the author’s honest, inspiring, and thought-provoking essays, combined with breathtaking photographs of her exquisite floral arrangements. A plot of history, art, theater, literature, and the author's captivating floral journey — it unites unexpected design concepts and inspires them." — Erin Benzakein, author of the book "A Year in Flowers".