Photosynthesis is known for refined, organic style, uniquely embodying the beauty of each curated celebration. Founder Rhea Calpeno specializes in custom florals backed by a fascination with the ephemeral beauty of flowers. Believing florals to be both wild and cultivated, she is inspired by the movement each bloom or green creates.
 
Rhea was born in Colorado and raised on the East and West coasts. Some of her favorite childhood memories are of exploring all the growing things in the fields and forests near her home. After receiving a BFA in Interior Design from Virginia Commonwealth University, Rhea moved to Manhattan and worked as an interior designer. This experience now allows her to take whole environments into consideration when planning an event, flowing designs naturally into a space.
 
Her collaborative team of designers adores working together to create floral magic. They radiate positive energy built around a love for what they do. The studio carries a strong commitment to sustainability, from planning, sourcing, design and installation to breakdown after an event. They source flowers that are in season and locally grown from farms following sustainable and fair-trade practices. They do not use any floral foam single use plastic and they compost all flowers and greenery after an event, collecting and reusing materials such as water tubes and chicken wire.