Dana Barrow, florist

I trained in floral design at the Jane Packer Flower School in New York with talented florists from around the world. I’ve also studied at the Flower School New York where the instructors are some of the top florists in the city.

The inspiration behind my designs comes from my deep interest in decorative and fine arts, as well as my fascination with world cultures and a love of travel.

In college I studied archaeology and American decorative arts, and received a master’s degree from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. I worked on excavations in Bermuda and the Caribbean, where the extraordinary flowers and gardens gave me the first hint that I should trade in my archaeologist’s trowel for a pair of floral shears.

I started Fresh to offer a fantastic selection of fine flowers, stylish vases, and services that emphasize personal attention and creative design.

I’m perpetually seeking out new sources of unusual flowers, and combing the markets for exquisite glassware, papers, ribbons, and fabrics to complement my arrangements. I’ve always been attracted to the work of small-scale producers who offer original designs of high quality, and am committed to sourcing beautiful flowers and materials from specialist suppliers both locally and abroad.