After graduating from the Royal Academy of Fine Art in Antwerp, Belgian-born Nico De Swert moved to New York City where he has lived and worked for the past six years as an accomplished floral designer and interior stylist. His floral arrangements and designs have appeared in leading magazines such as Martha Stewart Living; Martha Stewart Weddings; O, the Oprah Magazine; and In Style. He has appeared four times on Martha Stewart's television series Martha Stewart Living demonstrating fresh and innovative arrangements for a variety of events and celebrations. De Swert is frequently commissioned by luminaries of the film and fashion world to design and decorate events. He plans to open a floral boutique, called Nico De Swert, in Spring 2005 in New York City. Martha Stewart, through her award-winning magazine, bestselling books, Emmy-award-winning television show, website, syndicated newspaper column, national radio show, mail-order catalogue, and product lines, shares the creative principles and practical ideas that have made her America's most trusted guide to stylish living.