This class offers a rich exploration of three distinct styles within the Ohara School, tailored to different levels of experience.

Rimpa, inspired by a traditional Japanese art movement, is not a conventional flower arrangement but a recreation of paintings using plant materials. It emphasizes nature through vibrant colours, layering techniques, and seasonal themes. The concept of wabi-sabi, which embraces imperfection, enhances the timeless beauty and tranquility of Rimpa compositions. In this class, you will learn to identify and incorporate the materials featured in Rimpa paintings into your arrangements.

For advanced students, the class includes an introduction to Bunjin Theory, a contemporary Ikebana style influenced by Chinese painters. Bunjin embraces asymmetry and a free-flowing approach, focusing on personal expression and the natural beauty of materials rather than rigid structure.

Beginner and intermediate students will focus on Morimono, a still-life style set upon a black or lacquered board. Morimono falls within the Bunjin category and is characterised by its elegant, minimalist display of natural objects, combining flowers and fruits in harmonious arrangements.

Throughout the session, you will engage in practical work to apply these concepts, deepening your understanding and ability to create original compositions in these styles.

All day classes are £50. You will also need to purchase the flowers separately which can cost anything up to £20 extra.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

As the discipline of Ikebana follows a strict curriculum, if you are new to Ikebana, you will start at the beginning of the curriculum for any class you attend. You can find the curriculum here.