LEI0128 - Ikebana: The Art of Japanese Flower Arrangement
10619513
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Course Description
If flowers and simple elegance are your aesthetic, then you’ll love Ikebana. Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement, which expresses the beauty of nature through transforming plant materials into a work of art. With the principles of Ikebana, you can put together a stunning show using just a few stems. In this course, you will learn basic Ikebana arrangements. All the materials for the workshop will be provided. You will bring home your creative flower arrangement after the class! By the end of this course, you will be able to confidently create your own Ikebana arrangements, filling your home with the beauty and serenity of nature.
No prior experience is necessary!
We provide all the supplies! Just come ready to relax and create – we will furnish vases, floral tools, and beautiful seasonal blooms.
Course Outline
This Ikebana class offers a captivating introduction to the ancient Japanese art of flower arranging. More than just placing flowers in a vase, Ikebana emphasizes balance, harmony with nature, and the expression of inner beauty.
What You will Learn
- Fundamental Ikebana principles: Explore the philosophy and symbolism behind Ikebana arrangements.
- Essential techniques: Master cutting, placement, and container selection to create stunning compositions.
- Working with various materials: Learn to utilize flowers, branches, leaves, and other natural elements.
Benefits of Ikebana
- Enhance your creativity: Express yourself through a beautiful and meditative art form.
- Develop mindfulness: Cultivate a deeper appreciation for nature's beauty.
- Sharpen design skills: Learn principles of balance, line, and form applicable to various aesthetics.
- Create tranquility: Bring peace and harmony into your living space with your Ikebana arrangements.
Join us and embark on a journey of artistic discovery in the world of Ikebana!
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After spending nearly three decades sharing the beauty and power hidden within the equations and theorems at Harper College, Mimhua Liu traded her math textbooks for Ikebana shears. Her love for teaching intertwined with her passion for flowers and sharing the joy of Ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arranging.