Library Book Wall
Ellen Seagraves Chic Floral
The Inspiration
Library Book Wall
The Flowers
Florist’s inspiration: The mandala is a symbol of enlightenment and wisdom. In a nod to the Anderson’s interest in Asian art I have created an exploded mandala form composed of cuneiform shards, paper and computer elements made into flowers, all intertwined with real pressed and dried flowers representing the different ways that information has been disseminated in libraries through the ages. The pressed flowers and herbs used include those that symbolize wisdom; asters, irises, sage, rosemary, lavender in shades of the traditional colors of wisdom, gold, blue, violet.
Recipe: Dried and pressed florals, asters, irises, lavender, herbs
THE DESIGNER
Ellen Seagraves Chic Floral
PHOTOGRAPHED BY
Akbar Sayed Photography
Ellen Seagraves, AIFD EMC, is a native Washingtontonian who has been creating with flowers for over 25 years. She has a degree in weaving and textile design and had a small boutique handmade clothing business for many years. That early interest has 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.
Akbar Sayed is passionate about capturing authentic, meaningful moments in life. As a father, husband, photographer, and owner of Akbar Sayed Photography, he focuses on helping clients celebrate their most important milestones through exceptional photography that stands the test of time.
Once an award-winning nurse, today Akbard is an award-winning photographer. He has been involved in some of the most deeply touching moments on earth, sometimes as a difference-maker and at other times as a documenter. He utilizes digital and film (35mm and medium format) cameras to capture beauty, whether it’s at New York Fashion Bridal week or your wedding.
Akbar’s work has been featured in Washingtonian Weddings, Politico, The Washington Post, Grace Ormonde, Baltimore Style, The Knot, Maharani, and Mandala Weddings, among others. He lives with his three sons, wonderful wife, and sweet cat in Leesburg, Virginia. When he’s not behind my camera, spending time with family, or working, he is likely on the mats training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
