brands in bloom

where storytelling meets strategy & your brand begins to bloom

Master your brand story and grow your business in this immersive, one-day workshop on marketing and photography—designed for the world of interiors.

WHEN & WHERE

Thursday, June 11th 2025

Elawa Farms in Lake Forest, Illinois

Hosted at the charming Elawa Farm — a beautifully restored historic farm in Lake Forest, Illinois, designed by renowned architects Alfred Hopkins and David Adler, and surrounded by gardens, organic farmland, and a setting that inspires at every turn.

WHAT

Spend the day at the charming Elawa Farm in Lake Forest, Illinois, where you'll be guided by storytelling experts as you learn to shape, tell, and market your brand story.

The day includes a curated conversation over a light breakfast, a marketing workshop with Christie Tonnessen on how to capture and share every stage of your design project, a conversation & lunch with interior designer Whittney Parkinson, and an iPhone photography session with Aimée Mazzenga — learning to capture your work beautifully, no fancy camera required.

The entire day will be beautifully styled by stylist and floral master Andrew Thomas.