Chris Thompson of Pearsons Florists was initially a gardener but finds more creativity, variety and security in the floristry industry. He has big dreams, with the hope of one day owning his own florist shop. Chris is particularly keen in the corporate area of floristry.
Valentine's Day is the biggest event on the florist's calendar with the demand for flowers, particularly roses, being astronomical.
Chris said that the challenge is to figure out how to re-present a flower which has been presented in so many different ways already.
Most of us are aware that a red rose signifies passion, but did you know that sending someone an orange rose means that you desire them!?
Icing on the cake Sweet Art is, as it's name hints - sweet art. Sculpted cakes which are more art than dessert was created by Anthea Leonard twenty years ago, but has expanded to serving the needs of entire events. She and Chef Jean Michel Raynaud talk to SkillsOne about what exactly is needed to create unrivalled cakes.
Keeping it in the Family Michael Jones owns and runs the Hospitality Warehouse with his family - where customers can come to buy, fit and repair everything needed for the running of their cafe - or, if they are particularly passionate, their home kitchens!
Passion for Piercing SkillsOne heads to Polymorph, a piercing studio in Sydney, to chat to Robert Valenti, master piercer. We find out from Robert what's involved in the art of piercing and how he got started in the industry.
