Floral Design with Ikebana
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Overview, understanding and appreciation of Oriental Style Flower Arrangement, known as Ikebana. Emphasis on principles of design, experimentation, technique, exploration, and critique intended to develop creativity and manipulative ability. You will start with basic design concepts and progress to intermediate and advanced levels. Each class meeting will start with a lecture and demonstration by the instructor. You will then work on your design. The instructor will give critics and recommendations on your work. A beautiful ikebana arrangement will emerge that you can enjoy in your home for the week.
Class Materials:
Bring your fresh materials for each class:
- One-time cost of supplies is around $150, including two ceramic containers, a pair of ikebana scissors (hasami) and a large pin frog (kenzan). All these can be ordered at wholesale prices from the instructor. The containers are commissioned from a ceramic artist. This equipment will be used for years as you continue to move to higher levels.
- Materials required for each class are branches, form flowers, and some greens. Students bring their own materials. Email the instructor for questions on the appropriate material to us
- Textbook $30 is recommended but not required
Email the instructor for questions on the appropriate material to use.
Register Online
DATES: 14 Thursdays: August 15 - November 14, 2024
TIME: 1:00 - 4:00pm
FEE: $210
NEW LOCATION: San Luis Obispo Campus Room 4028
INSTRUCTOR: Thanh Nguyen
QUESTIONS: Contact instructor at nguyeht@gmail.com
Meet the instructor | |
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Thanh Nguyen | Founder and Chairperson of California Central Coast Sogetsu Study group, I have practiced ikebana for over 30 years and have been teaching for 25 years. I have degrees in two major schools of ikebana in Japan, as well as California Teaching Credentials. I was a two-term President of Ikebana International in San Francisco and past President of Ikebana Teachers Federation. I have done numerous workshops, demonstrations, and exhibitions in the US and outside of the country. |