Danish Originals S1 E9: Trine Dahl Klubien

In this episode of the art and business podcast Danish Originals, florist Trine Dahl Klubien describes migrating her flower shop from Pistolstræde in Copenhagen to Glendale, Los Angeles, where she is today sought after by Hollywood names for her characteristic Scandinavian-California aesthetic. Trine selects and discusses a work by Anna Ancher from the SMK collection.

From her studio in Glendale, Los Angeles, where she made her home about 10 years ago, florist Trine Dahl Klubien talks about her path from a flower shop on Pistolstræde in Copenhagen to one in Los Angeles.

Today, she is sought after for her characteristic Scandinavian-California aesthetic, and works with a wide range of clients including Hollywood household names.

Trine talks about the personal nature of the flower business and the physical demands of the work. She selects and discusses a work by Anna Ancher from the SMK collection.

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