After I started my journey preserving plants I was told of my maternal grandmothers creations with dried plants. This fueled my inspiration as I kept learning and teaching myself how to push the boundaries of preservation and what can be created in our world today.
I realized this path was more familiar than I thought
During my time working for a sustainable events company as a floral designer, I consistently encountered a bittersweet sight at the end of each event: their beautiful bouquets left behind. It sparked a curiosity within me about how I could utilize plants in a way that pushed the boundaries of the ephemeral.
Soon enough I was inspired to begin creating with plants in various forms. I began to study preservation techniques- new and old. From there I began my journey onto the path I continuiously walk today.
walk with me and Together we'll bring the connection of nature back into your space.
hey, my name is Erika Betty
it’s creating with the heart by weaving that ephemeral beauty back to a moment in time.
Now, I realize that my passion roots much deeper
From the very beginning of my journey with plants, I was captivated by the individual beauty that each flower possessed.
Learning to surf in Hawai'i alongside my sister was a true gift, and to this day, we seize every opportunity to hit the waves together.
I became the florist in residence at a cafe in Southern California at the end of 2023 when I moved off the Big Island.
When I travel I love to immersing myself in the ambiance by strolling through the city streets with my headphones on and visiting art museums.
I gave myself my first tattoo, now I have sixteen! Eleven of them are plants.
Meet erika betty
They / them, She / Her
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