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Paul Norman AIFD is the third generation owner of Thibodeaux’s Flowers and Gifts located in uptown New Orleans, Louisiana. With a background in architecture, film, and theatrical lighting; Paul is known for his unique ability to create custom floral designs and events for individuals, carnival organizations, conventions and corporate events nationwide.
He has been lead designer and directed for such clients as NFL Properties, Princess Yasmin, Nicholas Cage, Kevin Costner, John Goodman, Paul and Angel Harvey, Radio Hall of Fame, Jeffrey Ballet, and Children’s Home and Aid Foundation, and Longue Vue Gardens’ Sentimental Journey’s Extravaganza Fundraiser.
Paul is a 20 year member of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD), the floral industry's leading non-profit organization dedicated to establishing, maintaining and recognizing the highest standard of professional floral design. Accredited membership in AIFD is extremely selective and can be obtained only after a candidate has effectively demonstrated advanced professional ability of his or her floral artistry. Members proudly wear the “AIFD” addendum on their name to demonstrate that their peers have found them to be "Accredited in Floral Design." They must continue to demonstrate their "cutting edge" art by meeting specified continuing education requirements.
A teacher of floral design and painting techniques, Paul has taught classes world-wide for the industry and garden clubs. He lead two design presentations for AIFD’s National Symposium, and a presentation for Special Events Magazine’s convention.
