Join us for a night of Hanami-inspired delights as we celebrate the beauty of this Japanese tradition at @west_16th on Saturday, 23 March 2024. Hanami, which literally translates to "flower watching," is an annual celebration of cherry blossoms and springtime. In modern-day Japan, hanami mostly consists of having a party beneath the cherry blossoms with good food, drinks, and company, and we're excited to bring our own version to you.
Kickstart your evening by experiencing the essence of Hanami with an Ikebana Workshop, where you'll learn the art of Japanese flower arrangement and create your own masterpiece to take home. Led by Tara of @inbloom_wellbeing
In this interactive and serene workshop you will learn new skills - the elements of Line, Form, Shape - along with principles of Harmony, Balance and Movement; all integral parts of Ikebana. No experience or equipment is necessary. We will provide you with beautiful seasonal branches and flowers as well as an Ikebana vase and a Kenzan (flower pin holder) with which to perfect your floral arrangement.
£50pp
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Tara Khan is a teacher of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Raising awareness of this revered and centuries-old Japanese art form to all those interested in enhancing their artistic self-expression and connection to the beauty of nature in a deeply relaxing and tranquil environment.
FURTHER IKEBANA INFO
Ikebana is creativity with flowers, an inherently minimalist and disciplined art-form. It is steeped in the philosophy of connecting and observing nature. Each arrangement reflects and honours the harmony between nature and humanity.
HISTORY
Ikebana translates as “giving life to flowers”. It is an ancient tradition that dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars by Buddhist monks and so there is a spiritual aspect to Ikebana. It is about the desire to create rather than the final outcome. Ikebana expresses the feelings of the individual at the time they create it and so this is what makes each arrangement so unique and intriguing.
TECHNIQUE
Ikebana always looks to nature for inspiration, every blossom, branch and stem thoughtfully placed that accentuates it’s natural form, creating balance and space - the concept of “Ma”.
The symbolic triad triangle is observed in Ikebana to create a 3 dimensional sculptural design. The three realms are divided to form an asymmetrical triangle that represents the universe, humanity and earth. The result is something of delicate simplicity and beauty.
CREATIVITY & RELAXTION
Ikebana has become an art-form that is associated with a meditative quality helping to clear and calm the mind. Creating Ikebana promotes a sense of connection within the creator’s environment as well as elevating their own intrinsic artistry.