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“I’ve always marveled at how patient, pervasive, and continuous nature can be. It always finds a way to survive. When left on its own it overcomes and dominates any planned environment. My botanical sculptures always take on a life of their own; there’s an ongoing conversation with living materials and they will tell you what they want to do.”
— Patricia Gillespie, on her approach to her artwork and process
In this talk moderated by Sabrina Raphael, Patricia Gillespie invites you into this conversation about living materials. She will discuss her large-scale hanging sculptures that she has created for Bouquets to Art over the years and explore her approach to living sculptures at every size and scale. Her sculptures push botanicals to their limit and create an element of surprise as they grow and transform into new forms over time.
About the speakers
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Patricia Gillespie
Patricia Gillespie is a floral artist and stylist who lives and works in Oakland, California. Her projects have taken her from photo styling and publishing to gallery installations and theater scenic design. She has exhibited her work both nationally and internationally and has worked with clients in publishing, music, and entertainment. She is also co-owner and lead designer of Sharpstick Studio, which specializes in large-scale installations and environments of flower and foliage that express forms not found in traditional floral design.
Patricia Gillespie. Photograph by Matthew Lawson
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Sabrina Raphael
Sabrina Raphael is an active member of the San Francisco community, contributing to causes related to career self-development, mentorship, and arts and culture. She serves as the ’23/’24 Raffle Co-Chair for Bouquets to Art and is an active member of the San Francisco Auxiliary of the Fine Arts Museums. Previously, she facilitated fireside chats with local thought leaders such as Tony Bravo, arts and culture writer at SF Chronicle.
Sabrina Raphael. Photograph by Wendy Yalom Photography
Ticket info
$65 for program ticket. Includes access to Bouquets to Art, Fashioning San Francisco, and Irving Penn.
