Flora and the Sun is run by us, a husband and wife team, Lora and Chris Calcara in Cardiff by the Sea, CA. The brand is the combination of our creative outlets in woodworking and floral preservation. The frames are inspired by our love of unique, rare wood and beautiful flowers.

I, Lora have spent over 6 years preserving flowers and nature objects in botanical jewelry pieces. My adoration of plants and flowers led me to experimentation with larger floral preservations. In the process, I discovered the magic of floating frames. Experiencing the alchemy of creating larger pieces of art, I turned my side-hustle into a thriving business for my husband and myself. 

There is nothing better than being in a creative team with your sweetheart. It gives Chris and I the privilege of a lifestyle in which we spend our days together in the studio. We have immense gratitude for our clients and feel very fortunate to have established a lifework that brings purpose and meaning to our life.