Atelier Ashley Flowers, Ashley Greer CFD
Wreath inspired by Anderson House Keystone
Photographed by Costola Photography
Florist’s Interpretation
In their most simple explanation, wreaths are symbols of infinity often used to decorate during special events. A deeper meaning is often derived by the materials used to design the wreath. My inspiration for Art in Bloom 2022 was the keystone decoration on the front portal of Anderson House. Stone is another “eternal” material speaking to the infinite symbolism of a wreath. On the wreath itself I have been literal, using flowers, fruit, and even scallop shells. It has been said that scallop designs in art symbolize the beginning of ones journey, which makes sense as front door decoration. Thus, this is the beginning point - entrance to the Art in Bloom Journey. Fruit and flowers stand for beauty and abundance. I am guessing that the leaves depicted in stone are acanthus, which is a symbol of immortality, again fitting with the theme of an everlasting circle - wreath.
-Ashley Greer, Atelier Ashley Flowers
The Front Entrance Keystone and Door
Artist/Creator: Herbert Browne and Arthur Little, architects
Date of Creation: ca. 1902-1905
The keystone over the formal front entrance’s wide wooden door is carved in limestone, and meant to impress the first time visitor. Italian stone masons carved pieces like this on site, although their names have not yet been discovered.
Location: first floor entrance
Ashley Greer
“Flowers are magical objects of transformation, the ultimate necessity and luxury in a world that is increasingly intellectually and technologically driven.”