Collette Benoit
Collette Benoit

 

"It is at the edge of a petal
that love waits."

- William Carlos Williams

 


Arrangement by Collette for Floral Artistry

What a gift I’ve been given to be able to use my creativity with yet another medium and such an impactful one at that.  This gift comes from two sources for me: one is far greater than us mere mortals; and the other is a premiere floral designer, Pauline Runkle of Floral Artistry. I had the great fortune of working with her for 14 years.  Her entire philosophy and approach gave me the passion for this art. 
 

There is something about a flower that brings us so much emotion.  One single bloom can send us reeling from smiles to tears and everything in between.  I love taking a couple of single, simple blossoms and helping it transform into an expression of celebration and gratitude.

 

Photos courtesy of Mark Martins, The Williams River House
Photo courtesy of Mark Martins, The Williams River House
Currently I provide floral design services for weddings and special occasions at The Williams River House.  Please contact me directly for your next event, no matter where it is held!

"When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it, it's your world for the moment. I want to give that world to someone else.  Most people in the city rush around so, they have no time to look at a flower.  I want them to see it whether they want to or not."
- Georgia O'Keeffe