WA FLORAL ART SOCIETY  'SPECIAL  EVENTS  & DAYS'

The society undertakes to conduct various demonstrations, workshops, etc throughout the years and some provide opportunities to not only promote the society but our art form.   

Please follow these links to view reports and photographs on these events

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FUNDRAISING GARDEN DAY  -  Saturday the 27th March 2004

Report compiled by Dianne Buckles

The beautiful property of our Society Secretary Debbie and husband Mark, provided an ideal location to hold our fundraising 'Garden Day' offering members, family, friends and visitors an afternoon of fun and fellowship.  This was a very successful occasion raising funds for the WA Floral Art Society and the Heart Foundation in Western Australia.

Mass plantings of roses, some reaching 6 feet tall and emanating delicate fragrances attracted visitors to these garden beds while the tranquil sounds of water pouring from ornamental fish lured visitors to the 12 foot long old.  

The beautiful weeping willows offered areas of shady retreat for visitors to rest, sip tea and coffee and admire this wonderful property, with our resident Flautist delighting visitors with her enchanting melodies.   

Visitors were continually entertained with a variety of talks from members of orchid, fern and gerbera societies who offered informative demonstrations on the successful cultivation of these species.  

Fernanda Cook, a  floristry teacher and busy committee member of this society provided two floral demonstrations.  Fernanda provided guests with instructions on creating a 'Table Arrangement' and then created a stunning 'Bridal Bouquet' using foliages selected from this garden offering an alternative to the traditional bridal bouquet. 

Other committee members also provided demonstrations ensuring all visitors were afforded opportunities to learn more about flower arranging - helping to promote Floral Art to the wider community and further encouraging 'Friendship Through Flowers'.

Society Treasurer Chris Gray kept her audience captivated as she constructed a stunning 'Contemporary Bridal Bouquet' using green Anthuriums, Champagne Roses, Berries, Reeds and decorative beads and wires. Guests were also able to purchase some of the exquisite hand made jewellery pieces created by Chris.

Our Librarian, Alison Tweedie offered three innovative designs as examples of 'Structured Elegance'.  Alison's demonstrations created much interest and interaction between guests, providing discussion on 'Structures and Constructions'.

The appreciations and applauses directed to Fernanda, Chris and Alison was a true indication of the enjoyment these members afforded those lucky enough to be present at their demonstrations.

Another area providing amusement and fun was the Bocce Competitions - highlighting a number of talented players who were rewarded with chocolate frogs and scented candles. 

Other members who were kept busy on the day were Betty Orr, Joan Boorman, Mary Grayson, Chris Gray, Fernanda Cook, Valerie Roy, Claire Robbins, Pene Dods, Brenda King, Sylvia Hall, Alison Tweedie, Leonie Cherry, Sara Quail, Debbie Skroza, Dianne Buckles, their husbands and partners who helped in areas such as the 'Entrance Area' 'Embroidery Stall', 'Jewellery and Craft Stalls', 'White Elephant Stall', 'Sundry Floral Art Stall', 'Plant Stall', 'Fern Area', 'Cake Stall', 'Afternoon Tea Area', 'Sausage Sizzle' and the 'Bocce Competitions'.

The WA Floral Art Society committee and members offered their sincere Debbie and Mark  for the use of their wonderful property and exceptional hospitality - ensuring a most enjoyable day of Floral Fun for Floral Artists, Family and Friends.

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City of Wanneroo 

'4 YOUNG AND OLD' 

(Celebrating "Childrens and Seniors" week)

Demonstrators for the Day (L-R) - Debbie Skroza, Dianne Buckles, Val Roy & Joan Boorman

Members of the West Australian Floral Art Society were asked to participate in this community project and provide demonstrations throughout the day promoting our 'Art Form' and society.

This was a wonderful event where members provided demonstrations on a variety of designing styles including Contemporary designs, European designs and large exhibits.  Around 14 designs were created to show the public just how enjoyable our art form is and members were delighted to receive such positive feedback from their efforts.

In keeping with the theme our youngest member Gabrielle McCuaig (photographed left) created 2 designs delighting the viewing public.   Her first design was a 'Celebration Cake' using roses and rosemary and the second design was depicting 'Halloween' (photographed right) which was only a few days off.  This design was created on top of a pumpkin and included such plant materials as orange gerberas, sunflower heads (petals removed) flax, black tortured willow, foliages and a 'black bat' as an accessory.

Our most 'Active Senior Member', 86 year old Joan Boorman duplicated her 2nd place award 'suspended design' (State championship) showing how stunning designs can be created with a minimal amount of material.  

Congratulations to both Gabrielle and Joan who undertook their duties with much pride and represented our society extremely well.

Other floral designers providing demonstrations throughout the day were Debbie Skroza, Dianne Buckles and Gabrielle's mother, Valerie Roy.

A most enjoyable day - where our society members were able to 

promote our Art Form and share 'FRIENDSHIP THROUGH FLOWERS'.

Some of the designs created at the '4 YOUNG AND OLD' community event

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Website developed and managed for the West Australian Floral Art Society Inc by Dianne Buckles.

For any problems or questions regarding this website please contact Dianne on email : dbuckles@bigfoot.com.au

Last updated: October 30, 2007.