Blooming into Someone New
As I shared previously, the loss of my grandmother affected me deeply. My art was on hold until I discovered flowers! After that, all I could think about was my next design; I feel like I live and breathe for this craft. It is about so much more than just throwing them together (like I did in the picture! lol). It is about the textures, the colors, and most importantly, the emotions behind each piece. A wedding bouquet and a funeral arrangement hold very different, yet equally powerful, emotions.
When I was focused on ceramics, my art felt selfish. I wanted the ideas in my head to come to life, but only I had feelings tied to them. I wanted to be the person people thought of when they saw my vases. With flowers, however, I almost want to be anonymous. I want the blooms to tell your story, your wedding day, anniversary, or birthday. Once my passion for flowers bloomed, there was no going back.
I feel a deep responsibility to express the gifts God has given me. It is no longer about me, but about the recipient who is graced with these blooms. I would choose flowers over and over again, but I can't deny that making my own vases to hold them would be something truly special. It would be the ultimate honor to provide both the vessel and the bloom, offering a complete piece of my heart to those who need it most.
