Artists frequently interpret nature in their works. Less common but equally exciting is when floral designers interpret art. This is exactly what will happen in “Art in Bloom,” a special event taking place May 27–30 at The Studios at Flat Rock. Art in Bloom originated in 1976 at the Museum of Fine Arts/Boston, says Suzanne Camarata Ball, organizer of the event at The Studios at Flat Rock. “Floral designers study artwork and create imaginative floral interpretations based on what they experience,” she says. “The fresh floral arrangements are then exhibited next to the piece that inspired the designer, thus creating a dynamic visual display for the viewing public.” Twenty artists are juried to participate in Art in Bloom, based on submissions to The Studios at Flat Rock. Entries will be judged by Michael Bauermeister of Augusta Missouri, whose evocative wood sculptures grace collections from the Smithsonian American Art Museum to the Mesa Museum of Contemporary Art in Arizona. Unique to this May event, entries will then be interpreted by artists from the Ikenobo Ikebana Society, Blue Ridge Chapter. There will be a preview gala from 5–8 p.m. on Friday, May 27. “Best in Show” and “People’s Choice” awards will be announced. Tickets are $25 per person ($40 per couple), and all proceeds will benefit Open Studio Tour of Henderson County taking place in September. Art in Bloom is being held in conjunction with Art in the Garden, a design competition for Henderson County high school and Blue Ridge Community College students to create art sculptures for local gardens. A self-guided tour will take place on Saturday, May 28. Tickets are $10 each. The Studios at Flat Rock are located at 2702A Greenville Highway in Flat Rock.
For more information, visit studiosflatrock.com or call 828.698.7000.
