Flair with Flowers

Features 21 favorite flowers: anemones, anthuriums, amarylis, arum lilies, carnations, chrysanthemums, daffodils, delphiniums, gerberas, heliconias, irises, lilies, orchids, peonies, poppies, proteas, ranunculus, sun-flowers, roses, sweet peas, tulips.

Arrangements progress from strikingly simple displays based on one or two bunches of the same flowers to more ambitious creations drawing on a range of plant materials, fruits and vegetables.

Reveals step-by-step the technical expertise behind 21 dazzling arrangements, including instructions for a striking floral 'tree', how to turn vegetables into stylish containers, and how to make a spectacular hanging ball.

Paula Pryke trained as a teacher and brings an educated eye to the art of floristry. As a leading London florist, she is renowned for her original, ingenious and dramatic flower arrangements; many examples of her unique approach are featured in her first successful book, Flowers, Flowers! Her London shop stocks a large variety of flowers gathered from all over the world. Her work has been featured in such magazines as Elle, Brides, Good Housekeeping and The Sunday Times Magazine, and she is in constant demand to arrange flowers for celebrations and events.

Kevin Summers is a photographer whose work is highly respected and sought after by international advertising agencies. In addition to his work on several prestigious advertising campaigns, he has also been commissioned to produce editorial photographs for The World of Interiors, Elle and The Observer.