Jane Godshalk

2017 Katharine Thomas Cary Medal

For an enthusiastic, passionate, and generous teacher who continuously expands her own creative expertise, shares her knowledge, and inspires everyone in the world of floral design.

Proposed by: Four Counties Garden Club, Zone V

Twenty-five years ago, with a first flower show entry, Jane Pfau Godshalk discovered a creative talent and new career path. After years of study, she has become a sought-after Longwood Gardens instructor who has taught over 180 courses. Jane is a member of the American Institute of Floral Designers. She has a passion for teaching and an ability to present concepts to designers at all levels, encouraging beginners and sharing the latest techniques with experienced designers. Jane is a woman with contagious enthusiasm, inspiring talent, and generosity of spirit. Jane has a flair for a wide range of design styles. She is an award-winning designer at the Philadelphia Flower Show, and represented the United States at WAFA in Dublin and the Chelsea Flower Show. Published in April 2014, Jane’s book Flower Arranging Secrets: Natural Designs for Everyday Living shares tips and techniques for creating eco-friendly floral designs, inspiring everyone from beginner to expert.

The Katharine Thomas Cary Medal is awarded in recognition of outstanding achievement in the field of floral design education.

The Katharine Thomas Cary Medal was endowed by New Canaan Garden Club, Zone II, in memory of member Katherine Babcock Thomas Cary (Mrs. William Harris Cary: 1874–1953). She served as a GCA director, floral design judge, and GCA librarian. The medal was designed in 1955 by Karl Gruppe and first awarded in 1956.

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