INVEST IN FLOWERS THAT LAST A LIFETIME
Hold on to more from your wedding day than just the photos, and consider having your wedding flowers preserved as artwork for your home.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Commissioning Your Artwork
The first step is to submit an inquiry to check if I am available to receive your bridal bouquet. I will then send you a link which outlines my preservation services in more detail and allows you to place a deposit. I provide all the necessary information up front so the time around your wedding remains as stress free as possible.
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Caring For Your Flowers
In order to ensure that your artwork turns out as beautiful as possible, it is essential that your bridal florals are well-cared-for during the transition from your hands to mine. If you are shipping your flowers to me, I will provide materials and all necessary instructions. If you are local to the Washington, DC area, I would be happy to arrange an in-person transfer!
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Your Flowers in the Studio
After receiving your bridal florals, the preservation process begins! When your flowers are fully prepared, I will start designing and redesigning until I have a mockup to share with you. Once a design is agreed upon, I will finish your piece by securing the flowers to the backing and framing your art. You can expect the process to take between 4 and 6 months, but it is well worth the wait!
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Delivering Your Frame
When it comes to delivery, we will do whatever is most convenient for you! Whether shipping or hand-delivering, I’ll make sure your piece arrives safely. After you have received your artwork and are considering where to display it, be sure to choose a location that is temperature/humidity controlled and out of direct sunlight. But don’t worry! Your artwork will come with detailed instructions for care.
F.A.Q.
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When the flowers are finished drying, they have almost always shifted in some regard from their original colors, but it is not usually dramatic — whites can yellow, reds usually deepen, and yellows/oranges often soften. As the flowers are exposed to oxygen and sunlight over time, the colors will become less vibrant (but still lovely) versions of themselves.
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I do not color correct except for select tropical varieties that brown during preservation. I prefer a more organic aesthetic in my artwork, and I believe the natural colors of the flowers (even though they shift and fade over time) are more beautiful than any alterations I may make.
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I recommend booking as soon as you know that preserving your bridal florals is something you want to do! I do accept last minute bouquets, but keep in mind that I limit orders for each wedding season so that I can give each customer’s flowers the love and attention they deserve.
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About four to six months. This includes the time it takes to dry the flowers, clean and repair any imperfections, design the flat lay, frame the artwork, and deliver the finished product.
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Absolutely! Once I have your flowers in hand, I may make framing suggestions that I feel better suit your flowers. Choosing the wood for your frame and the backing is difficult before you have seen your flowers. And who knows, you may even want to upgrade to a larger size when you realize you just have to save them all!
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Yes! If you need to ship your flowers, I provide you with all the tools for a stress free shipping experience.
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I do not. In my designs, the flowers are the stars of the show, and I am committed to keeping all the attention on them.
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I do not. Since the quality of the artwork is largely dependent on the quality of the drying process, I only accept fresh florals with which I may oversee the preservation process.
KIND WORDS
“I wanted something I could hold onto from such a special day. Emily truly captured the essence of our wedding and creatively displayed one of my favorite parts of the day.”
— Former Bride“She made sure to include a variety of florals and positioned everything so thoughtfully. Her attention to detail really shows in the quality of her work and the care she puts into every piece.”
— Former BrideI'm so grateful I chose to preserve my flowers and that Emily was the one who did them. She is easy to communicate with and genuinely wants to create something unique and meaningful for you. I cannot recommend her enough. Preserving such a special part of your life is something you will never regret, especially when it's done with such talented artistry and care.
— Former BrideAS LOVELY AS THE DAY YOU FIRST RECEIVED THEM
