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A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 1. Coronation
award
3rd
show No.
BA01
Exhibitor(s)
Jane Curtis 315,
,
Statement of Intent

A woodland circlet for Queen Mab - forged by faeries and inspired by the delicate artistry of the forest flowers, leaves, vines, and cones.
Plant(s)
Brassica sp. — Culinary MustardCedrus deodara — Himalayan CedarCoriander sativum — CorianderDistylium myricoides.x racemosum — Vintage Jade DistyliumLagerstroemia indica — Crape MyrtlePinus strobus — Eastern White PineVitus mustangensis — Muscadine Grapes
 
Judges' comments

A regal, rhythmic design fitting for a fairy queen. The colors, while subtle, seem a little subdued for a celebratory event.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 1. Coronation
award
Honorable Mention
show No.
BA02
Exhibitor(s)
Madeleine Elmer 313,
Mundi Elam 315,
Statement of Intent

A Celtic Princess, spirit of the sacred woods, once ruled the Emerald Isle.
Plant(s)
Cucumis melo — cantaloupe seedBrassica juncea — mustard seedGlycine max — soy beanBetula papyrifera — birch barkLentinula edodes — shitake mushroomEucalyptus polyanthemos — silver dollar eucalyptusFatsia japonica — Japanese araliaPinus taeda — loblolly pineLens culinaris — lentilQuercus — Oak tree
 
Judges' comments

This tiara incorporates pleasing patterns and judicious use of pearls and diamonds. The flatness of the central components diminishes the impact of the overall design.
A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 1. Coronation
award
1st
show No.
BA03
Exhibitor(s)
Bel Morian 310,
,
Statement of Intent

A legacy from her Grandmother who loved the natural world.
Plant(s)
Calamus — ReedEucalyptus globus — EucalyptusPinus — Pine needleRaphia farinifera — RaffiaChenopodium quinoa — QuinoaMagnolia grandiflora — MagnoliaCoriander sativum — CorianderPapaver — PoppyPisum sativum — Split peaViburnum prunifolium — BlackhawLilium — LilyGelsemium sempervirens — Carolina jessamineRumorhra adiantiformis — Leather leaf fernMascagnia macroptera — Butterfly vineCucurbita pepo — Spinning top gourdLagenaria siceria — Calabash gourd
 
Judges' comments

Exquisite craftmanship with every element beautifully rendered.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 1. Coronation
award
Honorable Mention
show No.
BA04
Exhibitor(s)
Elizabeth Coors 311, Novice
,
Statement of Intent

The African Diviner's Crown holds spiritual significance over her reign.
Plant(s)
Betula — BirchRaphia — RaffiaPrunus dulcis — Almond shellBertholletia excelsa — Brazil nutBuxus — BoxwoodCalamus rotang — MidollinoCornus kousa "Rutpink' — Scarlet Fire DogwoodTriticum — WheatAnthurium andraeanum — AnthuriumCortaderia selloana — Pampas grassNicotiana tabacum — Tobacco
 
Judges' comments

Dramatic varied textures and tones add flair to the design. There are inconsistencies in the level of craftmanship.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 1. Coronation
award
2nd
show No.
BA05
Exhibitor(s)
Sarah Boynton 128,
,
Statement of Intent

This coronation crown showcases the Royal Jewels, representing the monarchy's considerable wealth. The diamonds, emeralds, and pearls are meant to reflect significant power.
Plant(s)
Asclepias syriaca L. — MilkweedBrassica nigra — Black mustard seedsCalamus rotang — Rattan Cucurbita pepo var. ovifera  — Egg gourdEucalyptus cv. — EucalyptusEuryale ferox  — Fox nutsGanoderma applanatum  — Bracket fungiGlycine max  — SoybeansLagenaria siceraria  — Bushel gourdLagerstroemia  — Crepe myrtleLens culinaris — Green lentilMusa x paradisiaca  — Banana barkPieris seed pods  — AndromedaPiper Nigrum  — White pepperRaphia farinifera  — RaffiaSalvia officinalis  — SageSinapis alba  — White mustardZea mays  — Corn husk
 
Judges' comments

Powerful representation of a regal crown with well chosen and executed components. Depiction and execution of the fur is extraordinary. There are slight inconsistencies in the gold paint that affect the distinction.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 1. Coronation
award
show No.
BA06
Statement of Intent

Plant(s)
 
Judges' comments