About
Photo by Rohana Olson Photography
“DD saved the day! My florist decided to change careers a few months prior to my wedding and man did DD deliver on our vision! I was so nervous but DD went above and beyond. My guests told me my wedding looked like a Pinterest wedding and what they wanted all of their weddings to look like. I couldn’t have been happier with our flowers and décor!”
Hi! I’m DD.
I fell in love with design and creation as a child, watching my parents and grandparents make, design, and craft things with their hands and imaginations. The innovation of woodworking, china painting, music, cooking, and the meticulous knowledge behind all things mechanical instilled in me a deep appreciation for the arts and trades. My career has taken me through various flower shops, retail stints, wholesale, showroom design, and management, ultimately leading me to my own metaphorical and literal workspace, where I have the freedom to dream and bring to life anything my imagination conjures.
I’m endlessly seeking: inspiration, sensory delights, design satisfaction, knowledge, new mediums, and everything Limited Edish. I am madly in love with what I do and find it unbelievable that I get to create for a living!
The perpetual change and seasonality of this industry have always fascinated me. It brings me immense joy to work with flowers that grow locally and in harmony with the seasons, and to produce events that draw inspiration from our clients, venues, and niche interests. In addition, I approach my work with humility, wonder and awe for the world around us, while also maintaining a deep appreciation for the trailblazing women and men who paved the way in the past, propelling us into the future of design. The thought of it is exhilarating.
I have been honored with the titles of Installation Artist of the Year (2019) by Minnesota Bride and Floral Designer of the Year (2006) by the Minnesota State Florist's Association.
Outside of work, I enjoy podcasts, reading, traveling, amateur gardening, spending time with my family, embracing the outdoors, and binge-watching TV shows. I am a mother to a lively collection of moderately uncared-for plants, three spirited children and a geriatric chihuahua. My supportive husband takes great pleasure in sharing my work with his acquaintances; although my children- true to their independent nature- remain startlingly unimpressed and uninterested in everything I do.
With wholehearted dedication, I embrace and champion love in all its beautiful expressions. Creating an environment that fosters inclusivity and celebrates diversity is of utmost importance to me. I take immense pride in leading a team predominantly composed of exceptional women. Their talent, dedication, and unique perspectives bring immense value to our work and cultivate a supportive and empowering atmosphere. Together, we strive to dismantle barriers, challenge stereotypes, and inspire positive change within our industry and beyond.
Botany Creative Works acknowledges that we are on native land.