Highlighting unique artistic disciplines such as floral design and urban planning, showcasing specialized creative skills and their application.
A city transformed by joy!
Keep your blooms fresh longer!
“I think the things that we decide get the attention of like creativity, of artists, of who gets to be called an artist... For me, it needs to be something that moves the conversation forward.”
“Joy is not a luxury. It is essential to our humanity. That deep within us, we all have this impulse to seek out joy in our surroundings. And we have it for a reason, because on the most basic, fundamental level, the drive toward joy is the drive toward life.”
Renowned floral artist Maurice Harris, founder of Bloom & Plume, delivered a thought-provoking session that dismantled common myths about creativity, career, and the pursuit of passion, offering a refreshingly candid perspective on navigating the artistic life.
Often dismissed as frivolous, the emotion of joy is, in fact, a fundamental human drive deeply intertwined with our survival and well-being. A leading design expert reveals how understanding and actively designing for joy can lead to healthier individuals, more creative teams, and even revitalized communities.