TOMAS DE BRUYNE
TECHNIQUES FOR FLORAL BEAUTY
Trendsetter, globetrotter, entrepreneur, influencer, esthete ... Tomas De Bruyne is without a doubt one of today’s most talented floral designers. This is the book that colleagues, students and fans have eagerly been anticipating. Techniques for floral beauty gives us a kaleidoscopic view of the designer’s internal kitchen. It shows Tomas from his most personal side and offers us a sneak peek in what motivates, intrigues and inspires him, what his passions in life are and how he makes choices and keeps reinventing himself. Techniques for floral beauty is a stunning portrait and colorful coffee table book chockfull of sublime beauty, but is at the same time a handbook with step by step tutorials for 50 stylish pieces. Three concise steps and clear how-to pictures offer the reader or student the guidance they need to achieve floral beauty. No less than 150 different floral techniques are used. Golden tips from the master himself and insider tricks give the book the allure of a personal masterclass. This is an absolute must-have for every flower lover.
TECHNIQUES FOR FLORAL BEAUTY
TECHNIQUES FOR FLORAL BEAUTY As a floral artist, I have been very lucky to have experienced the most wonderful moments in life through the beauty of flowers. This journey has always been a personal one and it still is. In this book, I would like to take you onto this journey and share my passion for the craftsmanship that takes design to a higher level. By ‘speaking’ the language of flowers I am offering you a glimpse of a world that has been my home, my source of inspiration and a true love of mine for as long as I can remember. It is my wish that sharing my innermost thoughts and the emotions behind each floral creation with you will inspire you to create a narrative of your own… From the heart,
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TECHNIQUES FOR FLORAL BEAUTY As a floral artist, I have been very lucky to have experienced the most wonderful moments in life through the beauty of flowers. This journey has always been a personal one and it still is. In this book, I would like to take you onto this journey and share my passion for the craftsmanship that takes design to a higher level. By ‘speaking’ the language of flowers I am offering you a glimpse of a world that has been my home, my source of inspiration and a true love of mine for as long as I can remember. It is my wish that sharing my innermost thoughts and the emotions behind each floral creation with you will inspire you to create a narrative of your own… From the heart,
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BOTANICALS Adiantum raddianum Fritillaria meleagris Scabiosa atropurpurea ‘Scarlet’ Rosa hybr. ‘Quartz Gem’ Astilbe japonica ‘Silvery Pink’ Salix caprea
EMOTIONS When Spring is in full bloom, new life appears fragile yet full of passion with an innate will to grow. We, like flowers, sometimes feel strong, alive and in full bloom. This feeling of elation is contrasted with our human tendency to still be fragile and vulnerable when facing the unknown and unexpected.
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BOTANICALS Adiantum raddianum Fritillaria meleagris Scabiosa atropurpurea ‘Scarlet’ Rosa hybr. ‘Quartz Gem’ Astilbe japonica ‘Silvery Pink’ Salix caprea
EMOTIONS When Spring is in full bloom, new life appears fragile yet full of passion with an innate will to grow. We, like flowers, sometimes feel strong, alive and in full bloom. This feeling of elation is contrasted with our human tendency to still be fragile and vulnerable when facing the unknown and unexpected.
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BOTANICALS
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BOTTOM ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Ranunculus asiaticus Hypericum androsaemum ‘Coco Yoko’ Scabiosa atropurpurea ‘Salmon Quest’ Craspedia globosa Smilax
Chrysanthemum ‘Momoko’ Rosa hybr. Oncidium hybr. ‘Honey Angel’ Chrysanthemum indicum ‘Uva Purple’ (button) Phalaenopsis Gerbera jamesonii ‘Night Rider’
Rose of Transparency EMOTIONS
Poets, writers, artists for centuries have used nature to represent the concept of ‘Family’. We talk about a family tree, the circle of life, family roots. These concepts underline the importance of family. For me, family is the most important part of my life. The unconditional love and support has made me who I am today. The love of family and the love I receive from my family is one of my greatest joys.
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BOTANICALS
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TOP ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
BOTTOM ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Ranunculus asiaticus Hypericum androsaemum ‘Coco Yoko’ Scabiosa atropurpurea ‘Salmon Quest’ Craspedia globosa Smilax
Chrysanthemum ‘Momoko’ Rosa hybr. Oncidium hybr. ‘Honey Angel’ Chrysanthemum indicum ‘Uva Purple’ (button) Phalaenopsis Gerbera jamesonii ‘Night Rider’
Rose of Transparency EMOTIONS
Poets, writers, artists for centuries have used nature to represent the concept of ‘Family’. We talk about a family tree, the circle of life, family roots. These concepts underline the importance of family. For me, family is the most important part of my life. The unconditional love and support has made me who I am today. The love of family and the love I receive from my family is one of my greatest joys.
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BOTANICALS Muehlenbeckia complexa TOP ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Dianthus caryophyllus Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Montreux’ Gaultheria mucronata ‘Crimsonia’
BOTTOM ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Coiled Emotions
Lunaria annua ‘Honesty’ Gerbera jamesonii ‘Selfie’ Chrysanthemum indicum ‘Pip Sunny’ Hamamelis vernalis ‘Kohankie Red’
MIDDLE ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Cymbidium hybr. (Coraki©) ‘Margaret’ x Yowie Flame ‘Hambs Bay’ Chrysanthemum indicum ‘Fire Glow’ (button) Ranunculus asiaticus ‘Fanny Super’ (pon pon)
EMOTIONS Tension. Constriction. Energy. All these physical movements symbolize life’s day-to-day struggles within oneself and within the world. Humankind longs to find peace within themselves and for their global community. The struggle will continue until that sense of calm is attained. 24
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BOTANICALS Muehlenbeckia complexa TOP ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Dianthus caryophyllus Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Montreux’ Gaultheria mucronata ‘Crimsonia’
BOTTOM ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Coiled Emotions
Lunaria annua ‘Honesty’ Gerbera jamesonii ‘Selfie’ Chrysanthemum indicum ‘Pip Sunny’ Hamamelis vernalis ‘Kohankie Red’
MIDDLE ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Cymbidium hybr. (Coraki©) ‘Margaret’ x Yowie Flame ‘Hambs Bay’ Chrysanthemum indicum ‘Fire Glow’ (button) Ranunculus asiaticus ‘Fanny Super’ (pon pon)
EMOTIONS Tension. Constriction. Energy. All these physical movements symbolize life’s day-to-day struggles within oneself and within the world. Humankind longs to find peace within themselves and for their global community. The struggle will continue until that sense of calm is attained. 24
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BOTANICALS TOP ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Muehlenbeckia complexa Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Malibu Stripe’ Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Montreux’ Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Pompei’ MIDDLE ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Salinas’ Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Pompei’ BOTTOM ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Anthurium andraeanum (leaf) Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Detroit’ Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Piacenza’
EMOTIONS In life, we find it necessary to hold our dreams and ideas within the confines of a proverbial ‘box’. We think by keeping these concepts closely guarded, we are in control. Yet Shakespeare had it right when he wrote in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, ‘what fools these mortals be!’ We quickly discover that it is impossible to control all aspects of our lives. Some things will always find a way to break free from our control.
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Captured Dreams
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BOTANICALS TOP ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Muehlenbeckia complexa Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Malibu Stripe’ Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Montreux’ Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Pompei’ MIDDLE ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Salinas’ Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Pompei’ BOTTOM ROW - LEFT TO RIGHT
Anthurium andraeanum (leaf) Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Detroit’ Phalaenopsis hybr. ‘Anthura Piacenza’
EMOTIONS In life, we find it necessary to hold our dreams and ideas within the confines of a proverbial ‘box’. We think by keeping these concepts closely guarded, we are in control. Yet Shakespeare had it right when he wrote in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, ‘what fools these mortals be!’ We quickly discover that it is impossible to control all aspects of our lives. Some things will always find a way to break free from our control.
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Captured Dreams
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BOTANICALS Sambucus cerulea (foraged) Mokara hybr. ‘Chitti Yellow’
Molten Lava
EMOTIONS Sense are awakened when a man or a woman experiences the raw, untouched beauty of nature. Life becomes simple for a moment when walking through a tropical rain forest or wild prairie. An individual can just ‘be’ and enjoy the sights, sounds, fragrances and textures of the paradise around him or her. 56
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BOTANICALS Sambucus cerulea (foraged) Mokara hybr. ‘Chitti Yellow’
Molten Lava
EMOTIONS Sense are awakened when a man or a woman experiences the raw, untouched beauty of nature. Life becomes simple for a moment when walking through a tropical rain forest or wild prairie. An individual can just ‘be’ and enjoy the sights, sounds, fragrances and textures of the paradise around him or her. 56
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TOMAS DE BRUYNE
TECHNIQUES FOR FLORAL BEAUTY
Trendsetter, globetrotter, entrepreneur, influencer, esthete ... Tomas De Bruyne is without a doubt one of today’s most talented floral designers. This is the book that colleagues, students and fans have eagerly been anticipating. Techniques for floral beauty gives us a kaleidoscopic view of the designer’s internal kitchen. It shows Tomas from his most personal side and offers us a sneak peek in what motivates, intrigues and inspires him, what his passions in life are and how he makes choices and keeps reinventing himself. Techniques for floral beauty is a stunning portrait and colorful coffee table book chockfull of sublime beauty, but is at the same time a handbook with step by step tutorials for 50 stylish pieces. Three concise steps and clear how-to pictures offer the reader or student the guidance they need to achieve floral beauty. No less than 150 different floral techniques are used. Golden tips from the master himself and insider tricks give the book the allure of a personal masterclass. This is an absolute must-have for every flower lover.
TECHNIQUES FOR FLORAL BEAUTY