Eilin Melkersen - Contestant for Norway
Eilin Katarina Melkersen - or simply Eilin, as she prefers to be called - comes as one of the most influential floral artists of her generation. his August, she represents Norway at the World Cup Floral Art 2025, running from August 28-31 in The Hague; a journey that seems almost surreal even to her.
Planting the Seeds of a Floral Journey
Eilin's journey to the World Cup Floral Art 2025 began with a victory that sowed an ambitious seed in her mind. 11 years ago, she won the apprentice class in the Norwegian championship, and even then, with the confidence that often accompanies natural talent, she joked that she would someday be world champion, revealing the drive pushing her through the challenging landscape of professional floristry.
Preparing for the World Stage
As of early June, Eilin's preparation for the World Cup has been in full swing, and her approach reveals the methodical mind of someone who takes competition seriously. She is currently working on constructions, making tests, and continuously improving her techniques. The preparation process is multimodal - she plans to practice with flowers later in the process, but also trains with surprise flowers since one cannot just tell what materials will be provided for some tasks. This element of uncertainty is something Eilin has learned to embrace. She specifically trains for surprise tasks, knowing that one will be featured in the finale.
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