Sogetsu Curriculum 5-14 Composing with Branches-A Two-step Approach Ken Katayama

5-15 Miniature Ikebana by Ms.Kazuko Nakada

5-15 Miniature Ikebana by Ms.Kumiko Kato

 5-15 Miniature Ikebana by Ms.Kumiko Kato

5-16 Kakebana, TsuribanaAn original example of a hanging-style arrangement. By intentionally combining two baskets, the materials do not hang down but instead gather around the container.

Sogetsu Curriculum 5-16: Kakebana, TsuribanaIn this lesson, we demonstrate an example of a suspended arrangement.Enjoy the charm of Ikebana that appears to float by creating a structure that allows the work to be hung securely.

5-17 Japanese Iris, Rabbit-ear IrisIn this video, you can learn the basic handling of Japanese iris (hanashōbu). Please note that it does not cover kakitsubata (rabbit-ear iris).

5-18: Composition Expressing MovementYou can create an arrangement inspired by verbs that express movement.In this lesson, we express the movement of “Surge”.

5-18 Composition Expressing a MovementShe will create the arrangement based on words that express movement (verbs). This time, she will express ‘entwining’ through ikebana.

5-19 Relief WorksPlants are arranged on a board to create a work of art.You will also learn how to work with dried materials and techniques unique to relief-style fixing.

Sogetsu Curriculum 5-20 Complementing an Art Work Create an arrangement inspired by a work of art and in dialogue with it.Be mindful in the way you incorporate the artwork, and bring the composition to a harmonious finish.

Sogetsu Curriculum 5-20 Complementing an Art Work Create an arrangement inspired by a work of art, allowing the ikebana to complement and interact with it.For this exercise, do not use your own artwork.