Europa Cup Havirov, Day 1, Ani Poklepovic

Task 1: Symphony in Blooms

What can you tell us about your ‘Symphony in Blooms’? And What or who were your sources for inspiration for your ‘Symphony in Blooms’ creation and why?

My “Symphony in Blooms” presents a spirited circle of various colours which evokes dance and harmonious movement..

The wheel dance was my first association with Antonin Dvořák because he composed these pieces of music.

Task 2: The Youngest City

How can we recognize the youngest city ‘Havirov’ in your arrangement? What effect do the Gerberas add to the creation?

I will use coal and stone in the second task because coal is a typical raw material of the city of Havirov. I will also use the logo of the city. The number of gerberas in the arrangement will indicate the city’s age in years.

How can we recognize your style in general? And how is this expressed in this creation?

In my work I use only natural materials and geometric shapes. The same element I choose runs through all my work. Each flower has a specific meaning. I want the flowers to be centre stage. The construction should be simple so the flowers are the first thing you see.

The design as such, or at least an important element of it, needs to be innovative. What is the innovative element in your creation?

The innovative element will be magnets put in concealed places. I have been using them in iron constructions for a while

Task 3: Bridal Bouquet in the colours of EC 2011-logo

What can you tell us about your bridal bouquet? Which techniques did you use?

My bridal bouquet is made entirely from natural materials. It is light to carry. I will use glue and wire as basic techniques.

Can you describe the personality of the bride you made this bouquet for?

I think the bride should be a nature lover and a down-to-earth kind of person.

Who are you going to call first in case you win this competition?

I would call my husband first because he is my harshest critic and participated in the design and preparations.