Colorful Herbarium from A to Z
Introduction to botany
A course by Fiona Luciani , Plant Designer
Joined February 2022
About the video: Introduction to botany
Overview
“We will now become a little more familiar with the history of the herbarium and flower pressing. Its invention, use and evolution over time. We then decipher the basic botanical vocabulary and I will present the tools for plant identification. ”
In this video lesson Fiona Luciani addresses the topic: Introduction to botany , which is part of the Domestika online course: Colorful Herbarium from A to Z. Create your own herbarium and frame a beautiful rosace motif. Start your botanical journey today..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson. we will explore the history of herbaria and the art of pressing flowers. To begin. let's define our terms. The word 'herbarium' is derived from the Latin words Herbarium. orthuo. and Sicus. which collectively mean a collection of preserved plant specimens. A dry garden is essentially a collection of pressed plants. meticulously labeled and affixed to sheets of paper. These sheets serve as a foundation for botanical research. The preserved plants are referred to as Each herbarium serves as a testament to a species' presence at a specific location and moment in human history. ...”
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Fiona Luciani
A course by Fiona Luciani
Fiona Luciani is a renowned plant designer specializing in herbariums, with a deep passion for patterns, textures, and colors. Based in Paris, she founded Chemin des Marettes in 2018, combining her background in fashion and textile design with her love for nature.
Her success is evident in the diverse collaborations she has undertaken with brands such as Girl Undiscovered, Exaconta, Des Petits Hauts, and Cartland, bringing a poetic and nostalgic touch to each project.
Fiona is also the author of a book where she shares her knowledge about the art of creating herbariums. Her unique approach and dedication to preserving the ephemeral have made her a standout in the world of botanical design, serving as an inspiration to many.
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