19. Diana Tapestry
Chic Floral Designs
Ellen Seagraves, AIFD EMC
2025 installation - Dining Room
The Inspiration
One of eight wool-and-silk tapestries in the Diana series, this panel depicts the a maid lacing the Greek goddess’ sandals in a rich wooded landscape. The tapestries were made in the atelier of Jacques Guebels and Jan Raes in Brussels (Flanders), ca. 1600
The Flowers
Florist’s inspiration: My piece is called Memories of a Garden. I am superimposing frames of flowers on top of each other to create a visual representation of a garden through the seasons.
Recipe: Grasses, leaves, pansies, hyacinth, other flowers
THE DESIGNER
Ellen Seagraves, AIFD EMC
Chic Floral Designs
Ellen Seagraves, AIFD EMC, is a native Washingtontonian who has been creating with flowers for more than 25 years. She has a degree in weaving and textile design and had a small handmade clothing boutique for many years. That early interest had a large influence on her floral design. Incorporating textile techniques into her floral designs is a signature design style. Ellen has studied and continues to study with national and international figures in the world of floral art. Her achievement of AIFD credentials in both design and judging and study in Belgium to attain European Master Certification have furthered her design growth.
PHOTOGRAPHED BY
Anna Wright Photography
Anna Wright is an international wedding photographer based in Northern Virginia. Anna is inspired by architecture and history, and she creates images that capture the essence of the moment. Anna's wedding work has been featured in BRIDES, Carats and Cake, and more.
