Botanical objects collected from Highland Park in Pittsburgh, PA

Pressed and fresh leaves and petals cut and assembled in quilted pattern

Seeds and seed pods arranged in full moon shape.

Close-up image of pink wax flower on white background.

Portrait of botanical items on black background all collected from Peterkin Camp and Conference Center in Romney, West Virginia

Seed pods arranged in full circle on white background.

Collection of my own saved botanical items from a variety of times and locations arranged in square shape with subtle rainbow color organization.

Nests, eggs, and feathers from North Carolina artist’s retreat at Hawkins Loop in Salisbury, NC

Botanical objects collected from Hawkin’s Loop in Salisbury, NC.

Circular arrangement of daffodils and yellow and purple crocus.

Centered arrangement of red flowering quince blossoms on white background.

Circular arrangement of grape hyacinth, forsythia, and flowering quince on white background.

Square arrangement of pink flowers on white background all collected from Colfax K-8 school in Pittsburgh, PA.

Square arrangement of leaf varieties all found at Colfax K-8 school in Pittsburgh, PA.

Rectangular arrangement of Oak Galls and bird eggs on black background.

Dried flower arrangement deconstructed and photographed in the shape of an apostrophe on white background. Created in honor of our friend Heather.

Arrangement of yellow and white blooms of daisy’s, black eyed susans, strawflowers and others on white background. All collected from Colfax K-8 school in Pittsburgh, PA.

Square arrangement of botanical items on black background all collected from Colfax K-8 school in Pittsburgh, PA.

Collection of botanical items arranged in a square shape on a black background all collected from my hometown Shepherdstown, WV

Dried yellow and orange rose petals arranged in three vertically stacked circles on white background.

Late summer botanical items arranged in square shape on black background all collected from Wightman Park in Pittsburgh, PA.

My first spring in Pittsburgh left me marveling over the dandelion explosion, and their particularly architectural beauty after the rain.

White daffodil with peach center photographed on white background.

Bright new greens, pink flowering trees, and last ditch daffodils make this spring collection from Schenley Park a delightful view of spring.

Jacaranda seed pods arranged in a rectangular shape on white background.

Botanical items collected from Mount Lebanon Park in Mount Lebanon, PA arranged in square on black background.

Square arrangement of botanical items that are dead or decaying arranged in square shape on a white background.

Six small piles of botanical items including seeds and grass arranged in a horizontal line on a white background.

Our next door neighbors spread wildflower seeds over their front hillside in the muddy gray of spring. Summer rewards were bountiful.

Haphazard pile of acorns from the Pin Oak Tree photographed without caps on white background

9 botanical items or groupings arranged in square on white background.

Close up of partial leaf skeleton photographed on black background.

Yellow, Orange, Pink and white Zinnia blooms arranged on white background.

Partial Madagascar Dragon Tree photographed on black background.

Centered ombre arrangement of red and orange mums on black background.

Collection of found and saved botanical items from various times and locations arranged into a full moon shape on a white background.

Three leaves of an angel wing begonia photographed fading into black background.

Late Summer botanical items arranged in crescent moon shape on white background collected from garden on Princess Street in Shepherdstown, WV

Deconstructed decaying tree bark arranged into ring-like shape on black background.

Potted Satin Pothos plant photographed fading into black background.

One of three botanical themed hearts released as Valentine’s Day greeting cards in 2022.

One of three botanical themed hearts released as Valentine’s Day greeting cards in 2022.

One of three botanical themed hearts released as Valentine’s Day greeting cards in 2022.

Datura Stramonium

A collection of unlikely autumn colors from Winston Salem NC

Arrangement of seeds from a Japanese Maple

Deconstructed wedding bouquet

In life she looked beautiful in pink and so had pink flowers to cover her casket. Here are a few.

Virginia traveled to Santa Fe, New Mexico in June 2021 to host a botanical photography workshop with friend and business owner of Box Canyon Bodies as part of a wellness retreat.

Part of a poster series themed on local public parks and campuses.

Part of a series of posters themed on local parks and campuses in Winston Salem, NC.

Part of a series of posters themed on local parks and campuses in Winston Salem, NC.

Part of a series of posters themed on local parks and campuses in Winston Salem, NC.

Part of a series of posters themed on local parks and campuses in Winston Salem, NC.

These unfortunately invasive vines produce the most beautiful blue and purple berries. It’s a love/hate relationship to be sure!

A collection of winter leaves from Washington Park in Winston-Salem, NC

Collected in February of 2020 at Bethania, NC these galls form around mites that invade goldenrod stems.

I’ve yet to identify these beautiful seeds/flowers that I found on the ground in NC. Message me if you know!

Stemz flower company provides flower bucket subscriptions packed full of goodies from local NC farmers.

Collected while in my NC driveway.

Stemz weekly flower bucket subscription

Walking the land with a father and daughter brought so many stories of discovery, planting, working the dirt, and family time together at this family home in Pilot Mountain, NC.

Stemz flower bucket subscription

Commissioned Christmas card for Stemz in WSNC.

One of my best friends recently moved away from Telluride, CO and our group of friends wanted to buy her flowers to let her know we were thinking of her, but then we had a better idea...a photo collection! Her hubs connected me with a friend/florist @bridalveilfloral who went on a hike during Dodi’s favorite time in Telluride—gold season! She foraged all sorts of beauty and overnighted a box of goodies to me so I could make her very own collection from one of her favorite places on earth.

Deconstructed bouquet of roses, thistle, and calla lilies photographed on black background

Photinia Fraseri (Red Robin) leaves on white background

Blue Jay Feather photographed on white background.

From Mequon, Wisconsin

A whimsical arrangement of acorn caps filled with natural treasures—green seed pods, blueberries, elderberries, and petals—displayed in a minimalist style on a clean white background. This fine art botanical flatlay celebrates texture, color, and the quiet charm of woodland findings. Ideal for nature lovers, foragers, and botanical art collectors.

Photo from a four part series featuring flora from Hanes Park in Winston-Salem, NC

A short walk along lake Michigan produced a rainbowed array of discarded plastics

stacked collection of purple and maroon heart-shaped forest pansy redbud leaves on minimalist white background

From a 4 part series of photographs featuring flora from Hanes Park in Winston-Salem, NC

A stacked arrangement of Coleus leaves showcasing a striking gradient of fall colors from golden orange to deep burgundy. This botanical photograph highlights the intricate veining and vivid seasonal palette of this beloved garden plant. A perfect piece for seasonal décor inspiration and botanical art enthusiasts.

From a 4 part series featuring flora from Hanes Park in Winston-Salem, NC through all four seasons of 2019

Minimalist botanical photograph of mulberries at a variety of stages of ripeness featuring colors from yellow-green to orange to scarlet red to deep purple beautifully arranged on a white background.

Botanical items from Kauai, Hawaii photographed on black background including bird of paradise and orchid

Collection of items from in and around Maroon Bells, Colorado.

Leaves and greens collected from my mother-in-law’s yard in Mequon, Wisconsin

Thlaspi Arvense, Field Penny-cress arranged in ombre colors on white background.

Summer botanical items collected from Green Lake Camp and Conference Center in Green Lake, Wisconsin

Glass and wood “rocks” from my mother’s beloved cut bouquet collection

Garden commission collection of botanical items on white background including day lilies and echinacea collected from Shepherdstown West Virginia

commission collection of dahlias and celosia photographed on white background

Full moon arrangement of blueberries at various stages of ripeness commissioned by North Carolina gardener in Winston-Salem, NC.

A vibrant display of Heuchera leaves arranged in a gradient from deep purple to soft peach. This botanical art photograph captures the natural color variation of coral bells foliage, highlighting the beauty of seasonal change and plant diversity. Perfect for nature lovers, garden enthusiasts, and home décor inspiration.

Assemblage of botanical items on black background collected from Grayson Highlands State Park, Virginia

Collection of autumn botanical items on white background from Devil’s Den Nature Preserve, North Carolina