AIFD Symposium 2026 — “Elevate” 

Rupali Shete
More than a symposium, it was a reunion with my floral family, a place where creativity is celebrated, friendships are nurtured, knowledge is shared, and every flower tells a story. Every time, I leave with a grateful heart, inspired by extraordinary artists from around the nation and world, I’m reminded…
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“Reflection” AIFD symposium 2025

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After a long awaited 2 years, this year I was at the AIFD symposium in Palm Springs, California. What an amazing, inspiring time, and I’m still soaking it in. AIFD is celebrating its 60th anniversary, and for the world-class experience, we had amazing artists from all around the globe.  I’m…
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A Milestone, A Moment of Gratitude

Rupali Shete
I have come to cherish the beauty of asymmetry in nature and the quiet perfection within human imperfection. On this path of becoming a Master of Floral Art, I proudly carry the initials “IMF” — International Master Florist — beside my name. But these letters are not an end; they…
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Fleurs De Viiles 2024

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"The road less traveled is a path of growth, wisdom, and ultimately, self-fulfillment." - M. Scott Peck Celebrating “Artiste” with the media of flowers by “Fleurs De Villes” @ 900 shops Michigan Ave in Chicago. Being an interior designer my most favorite subjects are Aesthetics and Design. With my keen…
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Fleurs de Villes 2023

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Spring is in the air!!New things are coming along the way and I’m appreciating these opportunities!!Fleurs De villes a unique approach to give the platform for local floral artist/ designers for promoting floral art with the help of sponsors, growers,media and people who support each other!! Definitely it’s hard work…
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Root 2 Bloom

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Pandemic was a roller coaster of challenges we ever faced and the best moments we ever enjoyed!! We survived through pandemic because of faith, family bond, community, love, what you do, and nature!! Going through this tunnel, I used the torch of my passion, floral art, and nature to nourish…
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International Floral Art 2021-2022

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One more time here’s wonderful creation published in “International Floral Art 2021- 2022” by Stichting Kunstboek. My glimpse of years of passion for creativity!!!My heartfelt gratitude to the entire team of “ International Floral Art” Wish my designs could talk.. Simplicity - is not what you see but what is…
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5 days 5 stories PLUS 2019

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Bad Neuenahr, Germany It was ”Golden Time” with floral art! No words to express my gratitude Dear Gregor. Not only inspired by your creativity but the beautiful stories you shared which makes you rich in experience of life. Knowingly and unknowingly learned from you which will be with me forever.…
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Philadelphia Flower Show 2018

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When people show me trust and give the opportunity I don't have words!!! My heartfelt gratitude to each one of you that I shared my passion with. Love for flowers is beyond boundaries. The seven countries AIFD team represented in Philadelphia flower show 2018 "Wonders of Water" Papa New Guinea, Mexico,…
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