Sogetsu Curriculum 2-18 Variation No.8 Combined Styles (Moribana and Nageire)By combining two different styles, we explore a new sense of beauty.In this example, cherry blossoms and tulips express the feeling of spring.

2-16 Variation No.7 [Floating Arrangement, Spreading Arrangement, and Morimono Arrangement]In this lesson, we explore how to bring out the individual character of each material by thoughtfully combining and arranging them.In this demonstration, I create examples of both the Floating Arrangement...

Sogetsu Curriculum 3-18 Showing Lines at BaseIn this theme, you intentionally reveal the base of the plant materials as part of the composition.Make the most of this characteristic and finish the work cleanly and beautifully.Take care so the kenzan and...

Sogetsu Curriculum 2-14 Variation No.6 Horizontal Style MoribanaThis is a planar composition in which the Shin is set at an 85-degree angle.The arrangement is carefully finished so that it looks beautiful from every angle.

Sogetsu Curriculum 3-16 Intertwining Plant MaterialsBy freely intertwining plant materials, create new expressions and visual qualities.

Sogetsu Curriculum 4-3 With Branches OnlyCreate an arrangement using two or more kinds of branches.Try incorporating bending techniques to enhance the expression.

Sogetsu Curriculum 3-11 Shape of the ContainerObserve the shape of the container carefully and compose the arrangement by making the most of its distinctive features.

Sogetsu Curriculum 3-17: Repeating Similar Forms or ShapesCreate a composition by repeating the same form using leaves, stems, or branches.In this example, the forms are created using Japanese narcissus leaves.

Sogetsu Curriculum 1-20 2-20 Special Materials and Arrangements for Festive Occasions (New Year Flowers)This arrangement was created with the image of a New Year table centerpiece in mind.In addition to the finished work, the mizuhiki style “Take-naga” is explained separately.

Sogetsu Curriculum 1-20 2-20 Special Materials and Arrangements for Festive Occasions (New Year Flowers)For this New Year arrangement, a masu box combined with a sanbō offering stand was used as the container, creating an original seasonal piece.Neatly arranged pine needles...

Sogetsu Curriculum 1-20 2-20 Special Materials and Arrangements for Festive Occasions (New Year Flowers)In this New Year arrangement, Strelitzia and pine are set upright to celebrate the season.The mizuhiki decoration was inspired by the “Take-naga” (long vertical) style shown in...

Sogetsu Curriculum 2-9: Variation No.4 Hanging Style Nageire.In this form, the Shin drops significantly downward.Keep the arrangement clean and simple without using Soe.