JOANNE HARRIS - STRATFORD-UPON-AVON, WARWICKSHIRE
JOANNE HARRIS
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON, WARWICKSHIRE
A BIT ABOUT ME
I love walking with my beloved little Shih Tzu, Hugo in the countryside, and on the coastal paths in Cornwall whenever time allows. I also love working in my garden, now with the focus to grow flowers and foliage that I can use in my work wherever possible. I love film and am a regular cinema and theatre goer.
A favourite flower… The Rose
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
I gained a Distinction in my Level 2 floristry exam with The British Academy of Floral Art in Devon, in October 2018. I have also completed the Level 3 course with BAFA.
I have been running my own business as a studio florist since May 2018 in Stratford-upon-Avon. During this time I have held weekly contracts with Hoar Cross Hall Spa Hotel, Eden Hall Day Spa, Huxleys Cafe & Restaurant, Dial House Hotel & Pragnell the Jewellers. I have also secured and created the florals for many weddings, all singlehandedly, including that of Lord & Lady Seymour at Ragley Hall this year. My funeral work is quite exquisite, and I also have a strong made to order gift bouquet market. And around the festive period, I create Christmas wreaths to order, and host Christmas Workshops.
I was voted ‘Most Elegant Floral Design Studio 2023 – Warwickshire’ in the Luxlife Magazine 2023 Global Wedding Awards.
Experience:
Intermediate - 5 Years
PREFERRED TYPE OF FLORISTRY WORK
Weddings and funerals, but I'm very happy creating florals for any occasion. I haven't worked in a shop environment to date though.