Moving flowers and art

It has taken us a while to write this blog post – but oh how much we enjoyed reliving this event with each frame.

The images we’re about to share are from the Vancouver Art Gallery’s 2014 Art Auction, a biennial event that aims to raise almost $1 million in a single night in support of exhibitions and educational programs.

Having joined the VAG as their offical floral partner this year, we were thrilled to be a part of the event design for this year’s auction, based around the theme “Art Moves”.

We embraced the concept in many way through floral decor. We created movement through use of colour and design, as well as through floral installations moving along walls, down the grand staircase in the rotunda, around tables and hanging from the ceiling.

It was a four-day on-site build and install to transform various spaces within the gallery – and we loved every moment of it.

 We hope you enjoy the photos and are inspired to bring some floral movement in to your next event or celebration. 

Mother's Day Collection

Mother's Day is nearly here so we thought we'd give you some fresh inspiration for a floral gift for the Mom in your life. 

We've got bouquets, arrangements and planters, and don't forget we also offer gift cards. 

Or, if your Mom is a real flower lover, why not sign her up for one of our flower school classes scheduled in May or June? 

You can see all of our designs and place your order at our online store. 

If you order before Wednesday, May 7 we're offering a 10% discount on your flowers. All you need to do is use the code #formom2014 at checkout. 

Jewel-toned treasure at North Arm Farm

Rich, vibrant colors combined with some of British Columbia's most spectacular scenery was the perfect back drop for this outdoor, Summer delight at North Arm Farm in Pemberton last year.

With the sun shining ever-so brightly, V + R said their vows under a floral-adorned birch arbor before sitting down for an outdoor dinner reception.

We used a combination of ranunculus, snap dragons, roses, garden roses, dahlia and carnations to achieve a balance between the rich, jewel-toned colors and stronger, more-vibrant tones. This was complemented by the use of eucalyptus and hanging amaranthus for greenery and texture.

Thoughtfully and beautifully planned and styled by Beau and Arrow Events and photographed by Robin O'Neill Photography, we hope you enjoy these images as much as we enjoyed reliving the florals.

From the inbox

We always love it when little surprises land in our inbox... they never cease to bring a smile to our face. Like these beauties from Powder Blue Bijoux and Maru Photography.

We first met these two wonderful creatives on the set of our Let it Snow-inspired photoshoot.

It was a pleasure to then design a bouquet for Powder Blue Bijoux to use in photographing their new products, which was shot by Maru Photography.

To get a behind-the-scenes peek with these striking images... well we were just chuffed.

Thank you ladies!

Classic and playful

This delightful couple have style for miles, a characteristic that was shown to perfection through these wedding photos by ShoeBox Photography.

Erika and Adam came to us wanting wedding florals that were "classic with a bit of playfulness" to complement the amazing venue that is Terminal City Club. They were also drawn towards florals with interesting shapes, such as hypericum, cymbidium, dendrobium and bells of Ireland; blooms we incorporated throughout their bouquets, personal flowers and arrangements.

With a colour palette of white, grey and green we decided to use two different centerpiece styles to add dimension to the room. Half of the tables featured a low and lush pedestal-vase arrangement while on the other tables we created tall and full arrangements in cone vases that were accented by floral votives around the base.

You can see more pictures from this oh-so-stylish affair on ShoeBox Photography's blog here. Take note of the fantastic and personal photo locations used. A gorgeous touch!