{"title":"Amy Merrick","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmy Merrick\u003c\/strong\u003e captures beauty and inspiration through her evocative explorations of nature and creativity. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003eOn Flowers\u003c\/em\u003e, invite readers to appreciate the delicate artistry found in everyday blooms and the emotive power they hold within the world of arts and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those who cherish thoughtful reflections and the visual harmony of florals, Merrick’s writing bridges the gap between artistry and personal expression. Her books offer a serene and insightful journey into the language of flowers and the aesthetics that shape our appreciation of nature’s simplest wonders.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"on-flowers-by-amy-merrick-9781579658120","title":"On Flowers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmy Merrick began her life on a family farm in the countryside; became a darling of the design world, working out of her small Brooklyn floral studio, arranging flowers at the Met and collaborating with brands like \u003ci\u003eKinfolk\u003c\/i\u003e and Rifle Paper Company; then gave it all up to travel and teach her style of wild, natural flower arranging all over the world, from châteaus in France to villages in Morocco, high-rises in China to ancient temples in Kyoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow, in her first book, \u003cem\u003e\u003ci\u003eOn Flowers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, she distills all that she’s experienced, teaching readers to really see the natural beauty that is all around them – whether a bunch of brightly coloured carnations from the corner bodega or a single lucky four-leaf clover – and how to use it to create simple arrangements that celebrate the unique qualities of whatever space, mood, and season they are in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMerrick begins with a primer on flower arranging, from selecting your blooms to creating pleasing proportions, before moving into the heart of the book – five eclectic chapters that follow her personal journey: City Things, Country Things, Fancy Things, Humble Things, and Faraway Things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter features dozens of beautiful blooms, reflections on topics ranging from the exquisite pleasure of heritage roses to museums well suited for flower lovers, and tips and tricks for creating your own stunning arrangements. It all adds up to an incredibly informative, deeply personal, visually lush treasure trove of a book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47536870785260,"sku":"9781579658120","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781579658120-on-flowers.jpg?v=1776389602"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/amy-merrick.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}