Gary Baker joined Melons soon after its inception in 1983. As Design Consultant for Melons, he guides an event from its initial concept or theme. Coordinating menu creation, rentals, staffing, entertainment, decor, transportation and other outside services that are crucial to the successful production of an event. Gary has studied floral design, horticulture and art and continues studies in the Sogetsu School of Ikebana under master instructor Soho Sakai. He was selected to represent his school at the American Institute of Floral Designers International Student Competition in 1991. In this competition he received several awards, including First Place in the overall design category. He has been invited to participate in Museum Society’s annual Bouquets to Art exhibition and has seen his work published in Special Events Magazine. His creative and innovative thinking has been instrumental in the development of Melons reputation for unique, stylized and customized events. BACK TO STAFF       SEND EMAIL