Ikebana is an ancient Japanese art form that grew from offering seasonal flowers to Buddha. It is a simple method of flower arrangement but also highly disciplined; placing emphasis upon shape, line and form.
For this workshop we will use berries, leaves and evergreens to celebrate the beauty of the Winter season. At its heart is the elegance resulting from colour, natural shapes and graceful lines, and the total combination of the arrangement. The influence of minimalism is strongly felt.
Using this specific method, this workshop aims in a broader sense to encourage participants to interpret and ‘feel’ materials, enabling greater confidence in choices made instinctively as a channel for creative expression.
The class will be taught by native Japanese Ikebana tutor, Junko Popham, who brings the spirit of Ikebana to the modern British city of Manchester.
Workshop participants must bring the following items:
- A vase that is tall and not too narrow. If you do not have your own vase you can contact Junko on ikebanaeastwest@gmail.com to order one at the additional price of around £12 depending on the vase.
- Small hand towel or tea towel.
- One or two plastic bags.