Art cards & prints for nature lovers
Drawn from life in a Niagara garden.
FLORA editions is a collection of art cards featuring the botanical and portrait drawings of Niagara-based artist & designer Catherine Toews. Catherine’s nature-inspired cards are printed locally on FSC-certified, acid-free, archival quality art paper with a luxurious silky finish and packaged inside certified compostable protective sleeves. Selected drawings from the collection are also available as 18×24″ & 12×12” Giclée fine art prints.
My STORY
I am a designer & artist based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, where I was honoured to have been named a finalist for the Cultural Arts Award at the Women in Business Awards. This recognition, presented by the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce and Women in Niagara, celebrates leadership in the arts.
My journey with flowers began with wildflowers. Before settling in Niagara, my family moved often, and during those times of transition, observing, studying, and drawing wildflowers became a grounding and comforting practice.
I was born and raised under the prairie skies of Winnipeg, Manitoba, where I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) from the University of Manitoba.
Now, I cultivate a small garden of my own. With the help of library books, I’m learning how to grow and care for flowers. Summers are spent capturing inspiration through photos in the garden, while the quiet winter months are dedicated to drawing and planning for the next growing season.
Thank you for joining me in the garden.
From the Garden
These photos capture moments from my garden in St. Catharines, Ontario. This is where I observe seasonal changes, grow flowers for cutting, and study the small details that later become drawings. The garden is planted with wildlife and pollinators in mind, and is certified as a Wildlife Friendly Habitat by the Canadian Wildlife Federation.
Tulip Tree Creative
FLORA editions is the artistic branch of Tulip Tree Creative, my one-woman design studio specializing in custom website design, branding, and communication design for small businesses, nonprofits, and creative professionals.
I live in the beautiful Niagara Region of Canada with my spouse & child. I work alongside a high powered creative team consisting of a large & hilarious dog named Pete & a quietly sophisticated cat named Sparkle.
Thank you for shopping small!
For more information about my projects, to get in touch regarding collaboration opportunities, or to say hello, please email me…
