With a passion for sculptural forms and a unique sensitivity to artistic materials, Tomasz Kuczyński from Poland brings a distinctive voice to contemporary floral design. He’s known for his thoughtful integration of diverse textures such as clay, wax, and handmade paper. Beyond his creative practice, Tomasz is a dedicated educator whose influence is visible in the growing success of Polish florists on international stages.

‘I like to combine floral art with artistic techniques. In my works, you will often find clay, wax, handmade paper, or other interesting materials, thanks to which my works sometimes resemble sculptures.’

‘Art, travel, and getting to know other cultures inspire me the most. I believe you can find inspiration truly everywhere. As florists, we need to keep our eyes and minds wide open because sometimes these inspirations can come to us in very un expected ways. I sketch a lot. That’s the first stage of every concept for me and sometimes my design on paper undergoes significant evolution before I start bringing them to life.’

‘Recently, during my preparations for the World Championship, I discovered some very interesting materials that give me a lot of joy and satisfaction to work with. For now, I prefer to keep them a secret – I’d like them to surprise during the competition. I enjoy working with plants that impact us with their complete beauty – not only through colour or bloom but also the lines of their stems and the details of their inflorescences.’

‘I'm most proud of the educational project I founded. For several years now, we've been educating florists in Poland at various levels. I’m especially proud when they achieve success in both the Polish and international markets. It gives me great joy to see them growing, pushing their boundaries, and winning prestigious awards. Seeing their development is something very rewarding.’

‘Taking part in the World Championship is a huge honour. It’s an exciting op portunity to meet and compete with florists from all around the world. But for me, it’s not only about the final event. The whole journey – all the preparation – has already brought so much satisfaction, joy, and learning. Working with my team, experimenting with materials, planning, discussing potential problems during the competition, all these steps have been incredibly enriching.’

‘I want to surprise with form, material, and my approach to technical solutions. I enjoy finding unusual ways to solve design problems. I hope that my artistic approach will make a lasting impression – not just on the judges, but also on the florists and visitors at the championships.’