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July Reflections in the Garden

When
07/05/2027
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location
Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Ln)

Registration

Friends Member
Non-Member – $10.00

Topic: Preserving A Memory: An Exploration of Floral Preservation

The “Preserving A Memory: An Exploration of Floral Preservation” presentation will cover the history of flower preservation, common drying methods, how Kelly presses flowers and botanicals, and examples of how pressed flowers can be used to create artwork. Kelly will also discuss how she has pursued her mission to create lasting memories through symbolic artwork and to inspire others to appreciate the beauty and love found in life’s simplest moments.

Speaker: Kelly Jean, Owner and Artist, My Friend Kelly & Co.

About the Speaker:

Kelly Jean, owner and artist at My Friend Kelly & Co., holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and is a self-taught floral preservationist. In 2014 while living in Singapore, Kelly discovered that her passions for nature and art could fuse when she was introduced to Oshibana, an art form that uses pressed florals and botanicals to create subjects and scenes. Since opening My Friend Kelly in 2022, Kelly has continued to grow her business and creative skill sets to offer one-of-a-kind artwork, framed florals, and preservation services for both memorial and wedding flowers, and any other life event in between. My Friend Kelly & Co. is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Government Street.

Event Details:
July 5, 2027 from 12 pm to 1 pm at the Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809)

Reflections in the Garden is a monthly "lunch and learn" series presented by the Friends of LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens. The lectures are generally held on the first Monday of the month at noon at the Botanic Gardens.

Reflections in the Garden is live-streamed to members of the Friends of the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens through Microsoft Teams. In-person attendance is open to both members and nonmembers with registration.

Friends of the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens is a 501(c)5 non-profit organization. 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809