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Art in Bloom | Floral Designer & Docent Tour
Art in Bloom | Floral Designer & Docent Tour
Experience the intersection of fine art and floral mastery. Join an Art in Bloom floral designer and a Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg docent for an intimate gallery tour exploring the dialogue between botanical design and the permanent collection.
You will be among the first to get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, gaining insight into the intentions and techniques behind these bespoke arrangements. Journey from gallery to gallery to contemplate the shared vision, craftsmanship, and ephemeral beauty of these unique installations.
Registrants may choose from three groups, each limited to 20 participants.
Art in Bloom | Floral Designer & Docent Tour
Thursday, April 16, 2026
9:00 AM–10:00 AM
Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
$30 for MFA Members; $40 for Not-Yet-Members; Includes museum admission
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ABOUT THE DESIGNERS
Patricia Sones | 5th Avenue Florals and Design
Flowers make me smile—they always have. Weddings, baby showers, birthdays, and dinner parties are all made better with flowers. I truly enjoy designing and creating arrangements that celebrate life’s special moments.
A lifetime in the luxury home building industry kept me surrounded by beautiful environments and exceptional creative professionals. 5th Avenue Florals and Design was born from those experiences, with the goal of bringing the beauty of flowers to you.
Christopher Gonzalez
Christopher Gonzalez is the owner of Mona’s Floral Creations, which has served the Tampa community since 1977. After a 22-year career as an executive at USAA, Christopher followed his passion for business ownership, combining his creative eye with floral design.
Now in his third year as an invited artist for Art in Bloom, he is excited to think outside the box as he creates his design inspired by his selected artwork. Christopher enjoys life in Tampa—traveling, food, and spending time with his Great Dane, Storm.
