Mara Fields — Creative Director
Leads curriculum design and composition studies. Former museum educator with a focus on plant forms and archival care.
Our Story
CalmLake Herbarium began beside a quiet lakeside trail where our founders collected windfallen petals and leaves. What started as a mindful routine grew into a studio dedicated to preserving the colors, textures, and memories of local flora through the time-honored craft of flower pressing.
Mission
To teach accessible, sustainable techniques that help people slow down, notice details in nature, and create archival botanical art.
Approach
Small, guided workshops; premium, low-waste supplies; and science-backed drying practices for consistent results.
Community
We collaborate with gardeners, schools, and conservation groups to share knowledge and celebrate seasonal blooms.
Sustainability
- Ethical collecting: no uprooting; favor windfall and garden trimmings
- Recycled, FSC-certified papers and plastic-light packaging
- Composting of trimmings and minimizing energy use during drying
- Transparent sourcing and continuous improvement
Team
Jonah Reed — Materials Specialist
Researches breathability, humidity control, and paper fibers to optimize pressing outcomes across seasons.
Aria Lane — Studio Coordinator
Keeps events running smoothly and supports learners from registration to final framing.