Gary Poster, with essential assists from Galyn Norwood, Phiroon Phihakendr, Jose Quijada, Pavandeep Kalra. Since establishing his business in 1986 Woodhams has transformed the traditional flower arrangement with his keen eye for color and a knack for using unusual materials as well as more common ones in unexpected ways. In Woodhams' experienced hands, papyrus stalks make a graphic statement.
White potatoes anchor a glass vase filled with peach tulips.
Bright red peppers are displayed behind Lucite to enhance their brilliant color. The book is arranged by color, with an emphasis on primary colors and their various shades and tones. An essential chapter on the fundamentals of flower arranging helps to answer the question of why Woodhams' arrangements look so good while others may be ho-hum.