Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1553841 in Books
• Published on: 2002-04-21
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 232 pages

From Booklist
An obvious love of the subject infuses de Jong-Stout's writing as she describes how shapes, forms, patterns, and textures found in the plant world reveal the key elements one calls upon when designing floral art. Opening chapters in this engaging manual of flower arranging expand upon the fundamental concepts and principles that guide all art making and design projects, and summarize the history of floral art. Compelling photographs and appealing drawings accompany instructive text that expands on an aesthetic approach to the finer points of composition. How-to guidance clarifies the mechanics of creating various bouquets, and a stunning array of contemporary arrangements from the simple elegance of a single stem perfectly paired with a vase to lavish centerpieces and Eastern-inspired associations of plant material. Alice Joyce
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Floral & Nursery Times, May 8, 2002
One of the most beautiful books to come along as well as one of the best 'how-to-do" books.

Floral & Nursery Times, May 8, 2002
This is a genuinely useful reference for both the novice and master designer.