The inaugural Australian Flower Festival was held at TAFE Queensland, South Bank campus on Monday, 18 September 2017 and was received enthusiastically by the 300-strong visiting crowd of florists, wholesalers, allied traders and members of the public. Co-hosted by the Flower Association and TAFE Queensland, the festival delivered targetted information on business management and new technologies and also featured lively demonstrations of professional and student floristry. Here is my account of the 2017 AUSTRALIAN FLOWER FESTIVAL  Holy Guacamole, wowzers …and what a day!!! Filled to brim with glorious flowers and big smiles. I say what a day, but actually it was a …

We are delighted to share the first Natural product range from our new range. RAW ESSENTIALS by Julia Rose is a range of Raw & Natural Products created here on the farm by us, by hand with Happiness. A little bit about how the product came to life…….. For quite some years I suffered Terrible allergies to Chemicals (acute chemical hypersensitivity). Due to the allergies, we had to turn our lives upside down and get back to nature in a very raw way.It was very challenging in the beginning as we used to the conveniences of the modern world, however now …

GROOM STYLE | FLOWER CRAVAT Featured on Polka Dot Groom and Aisle Society Polka Dot Groom writes: “cravative efforts of Camilla Kirk Photography, Flowers By Julia Rose and Wood&Beau. The team, along with model Ian who was dressed in a navy suit from Urbbana Gold Coast wanted to create a look that showed that floral accents are “not just for girls”. The choice of traditional blooms showing that the composition and arrangement can still create a look that works for a groom who wants something different for his look, inspiring a modern use of flowers for grooms who traditionally limit themselves …

Wowsers how spoilt are we! This Wedding season was cram packed with some stunning weddings, however I must say this way one of my favourites. My team & I had the pleasure of packing up our van and hitting the road, heading down to the ‘pretty as a picture’ little outback town of Tenterfield. The streets were lined with weeping willows and the main town is an abundance of Australian Historical buildings. Every little offset side street was filled with beautiful country gardens in full bloom. It was something like an Australiana fairytale. We took our van filled to the …

Recently I had the pleasure of playing with some of my favourite Wedding industry creatives for a feature campaign in Qld Wedding and bride magazine set at Braeside Chapel. Specs were – Pink, bring pink flowers and green. These are mind kinda specs, giving me the freedom to do what I do best “Make the flowers pretty!” My only guideline was I had to make them pretty in all the little nooks and crannies that the others in the team gave me. Ahhhh well this is easy. Who couldn’t make a stunning fresh floral creation to fit into a beautiful …

  Published on The Wedding Playbook “Nothing says summer like dreamy gowns ruffled by warm breeze, a breathtaking floral wreath to frame your vows, the sweet tang of lemon meringue and raspberries, and a fabulous Kombi photo booth beckoning you and your guests to strike a post! Join us amidst brightly coloured blooms and beautifully styled settings as this lovely bride and groom wed, laugh and dine in a lush garden location.” -Danielle and Kathy, The Wedding Playbook Venue: Braeside Chapel | Flowers: Wedding Flowers By Julia Rose | Furniture & Prop Hire: Arctic Fox Hire | Cutlery: Gold Wedding Hire | Stationery: Sunshine and Confetti | Candles: Candle Bar | Gowns: Jennifer Gifford Designs | Hair: Isabella Jane Hairstyling | Makeup: Jacqui Buzetti | Suiting: Urbbana | …

STYLED SHOOT // Winter Sun Romance TWEED ART GALLERY  Imagine sipping on champagne, bathed in gorgeous afternoon light, as the sun sets behind you, framed by the most stunning views … That is what awaits you and your guests when hosting a wedding at the Tweed Art Gallery Café. The first time we visited the Tweed’s newest wedding venue, we knew it was very special and were so excited to team with a super talented group of suppliers to showcase the venue. On the edge of winter, in true Tweed Coast style, a stunning day greeted us, and as the …

  MEDIA Release by Botanical Bazaar Gold Coast Gardening Expo.   THERE’S NO BETTER ROSE THAN JULIA-ROSE! Internationally renowned Botanical Artist Julia-Rose is set to appear at the Gold Coast’s largest gardening expo, the Botanical Bazaar on Sunday, 3 September.   Having blossomed as a celebrated floral artist with an international reputation for her sumptuous organic and naturally eclectic designs, her work has been featured in national and international campaigns, catwalks and fashion magazines. In addition to being selected to open the International Fashion Week, Julia-Rose also designs gowns, archways and botanical artworks for red carpet VIP and celebrity events. …

This Palm Springs inspired styled shoot was all about luxe, modern desert styling with pops of teal, coral and gold under poolside palms. Beautifully captured the fresh and edgy hilltop scene oozes modern elegance and Southern Californian vibes. The bride stands out as the modern centrepiece of the hilltop scene with views framed by the ceremony arbour over the hills to the ocean below. She wanders the grounds of the Estate, enjoying summer canapés and sunset mojitos while taking in the stunning view and setting sun.   Photography: Ivy Road Photography Venue: Summergrove Estate Stylist: Peachey Pie Film: Rabbit and …

What a gorgeous wedding day to be part of. Set on top of the world, well what looked and felt like the top of the world at Altitude 261, The views were endless. We arrived to set up on the the day and the girls were bubbling with excitement and so very welcoming to us. Love was in the air. They Offered us refreshments and then we all set off to find the perfect location for their sweet little arbor to be placed. taking in all of that glorious view to the coast of the Byron shire. The florals were …