18. Portrait of Miss Kelvin
Wanton Poppies
Skye Robbins & Barbara Wolfe
2026 installation
Second Floor - English Drawing Room
The Inspiration
This oil painting of a young English aristocrat was painted by John Hoppner in the late eighteenth or early nineteenth century.
The Flowers
Recipe: Tulips, frittilaria, blooming branches, grasses
Florist’s inspiration: Inspired by John Hoppner’s Portrait of Miss Kelvin, our floral work seeks to capture the essence of the painting's atmosphere rather than its literal form. Woodland grasses and natural textures echo the moody pastoral landscape, while sheer white fabric moves through the arrangement echoing the soft, billowing collar of her dress. The composition reflects Miss Kelvin’s calm, poised presence, inviting viewers to pause and consider the woman in the painting, and the intentionality behind how she is represented.
THE DESIGNER
Skye Robbins & Barbara Wolfe
Wanton Poppies
“Addicted to flowers, hopeless romantics, and bespoke floral artisans” describes Wanton Poppies. They met at a farmers market and a “budding” friendship grew into a larger idea and tada! The Wanton Poppies was born.
Having each been in the floral and events industry for almost a decade, they’ve had the opportunity to work for the best of the best and bring many skillsets and years of experience when curating and creating their own weddings.
They love getting to know their couples, and their love stories. YOU are inspiring and they believe your florals should be too. Both classically trained in the arts, Skye and Barbara find their ultimate inspiration in the colors, forms, and textures found in nature, and pride themselves on using unique materials to give life to their designs.
They source materials from local farmers, personal gardens and responsible foraging. They believe those are of the best quality and character and help to lower our impact on the environment. Flowers have a power to communicate things that words can’t quite describe. Countless shrieks, giggles, hugs, and exclamations of “there are no words” are the reason they do what they do.
PHOTOGRAPHED BY
Anna Schmidt Photography
Anna Schmidt is a Washington, DC based photographer with 15 years of experience documenting weddings, events, and cultural celebrations with intention, artistry, and heart. She is the founder of Anna Schmidt Photography—known for joyful, refined storytelling- and Ambre Nuit Weddings, her editorial studio rooted in mood, romance, and legacy.
Known for her intuitive ability to read a room and anticipate moments, Anna creates images that feel both elevated and deeply human. She photographs connection with thoughtful pacing and emotional awareness, guiding when needed and stepping back when presence matters most. Balancing polished, editorial imagery with candid moments of ease and authenticity, her work is shaped by discernment, trust, and care. A lifelong artist and music lover, she draws inspiration from color, movement, and meaningful detail.
Grounded in the belief that people create their best work when they feel seen, respected, and supported, Anna approaches every celebration with empathy and intention- honoring love across cultures, identities, traditions, and families with dignity and sincerity.
Anna is honored to return as a photographer for Art in Bloom, an event she deeply admires for its celebration of creativity, nature, and community—and for the way it invites people to slow down, notice beauty, and experience art with intention.
