Hello, I’m Charina—artist, alchemist, and the dreamer-in-chief behind Orchid & Pine Studio.

This little corner of the world bloomed into existence in 2022—a place where art, flowers, and mindfulness intertwine like wild vines, creating something both beautiful and deeply personal. Here, flowers tell stories, colors whisper emotions, and nature’s fleeting beauty is preserved in one-of-a-kind botanical gifts meant to awaken the senses and soothe the soul.

My love for flowers took root in my grandmother’s rose garden, where she nurtured each bloom with the kind of care that made them feel like old friends. Those roses—timeless, resilient, and impossibly lovely—taught me that beauty isn’t just seen; it’s felt.

From there, my journey meandered like a well-loved trail. I earned a BFA in Fashion Design from California College of the Arts, where I learned to blend texture, movement, and emotion into something tangible. As the founder of indie shop Bloom Butik, I delighted in curating artisan treasures that brought joy to the hands that held them. But life had more in store.

Yoga found me when I needed it most, leading me to Mysore, India, and the sacred stillness within. My studies with Sharath and Saraswati Jois at the Ashtanga Yoga Institute deepened my connection to energy, healing, and the rhythms of life—lessons that now flow into everything I create. Whether I’m pressing flowers, painting, or just taking a deep breath of crisp mountain air, I’ve realized that creativity isn’t just about making things—it’s about making space for wonder, for presence, for the little moments that make life feel full.

These days, you’ll find me hiking forest trails, dipping my toes in the river, or curled up with a book that feeds my soul (preferably with a cup of tea in hand and my pup by my side). And always, always, I’m creating—pouring my heart into each project with care, hoping that each piece carries a little light, a little love, and a little reminder to pause and savor the beauty around us.

Thank you for being here. May our flowers and creations brighten your world.

With gratitude,

Charina 🌿