Ginnie Tietjens

Ginnie Tietjens

2018 Bonnylin Woods Martin Medal

In recognition of her creativity and astonishing artistry in the fine art of floral design, and the contagious enthusiasm with which she shares her talent.

Proposed by: Huntingdon Valley Garden Club, Zone V

Possessing a passion for innovative flower design combined with a meticulous execution, Virginia Lee Tietjens has been a part of the fine art of floral design for nearly 40 years. Whether creative or traditional, in a niche or on a pedestal, her designs are an interpretation of natural elegance highlighted with a new and unexpected twist. She is respected by her peers and delights in sharing her path to imaginative design. As a judge, Ginnie has the ability to evaluate designs and provide insightful comments. As an artisan and an organizer, Ginnie’s creativity and enthusiasm have been a part of the production of the Philadelphia Flower Show for over three decades. An invaluable member of the Zone V Flower Arranging 101, 201, and 301 teams, she has an insatiable desire to share her knowledge and enjoys helping novice and experienced designers reach new goals. Her thorough mastery of design and her contagious visionary spirit have inspired many young designers. Ginnie Tietjens is a member of the Huntingdon Valley Garden Club.

 

The Bonnylin Woods Martin Medal is presented for the most consistently innovative floral designs. The purpose of the medal is to recognize flower arrangers at the highest level and to encourage their participation in GCA and international flower shows.

The Bonnylin Woods Martin Medal was endowed by Audrey Taylor Gonzalez in honor of Bonnylin “Bonny” Woods Martin (1933–2022), Memphis Garden Club, Zone IX, a distinguished flower arranger, judge, and Flower Show Committee chair (1996–98). Bonny received the Natalie Peters Webster Medal in 1982 for her horticultural acumen and the Katharine Thomas Cary Medal in 2012 for floral design education. The Martin Medal was first awarded in 1998 and was designed by S. Paul West.

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