"Using Organic & Inorganic Accessories for Ikebana Arrangements"

Presented by: Laurie Wareham, Ichiyo School

In her demonstration Laurie explored a range of accessories to accent arrangements from traditional driftwood to contemporary metal.  

Laurie’s comments included a brief description of three important principles of the Ichiyo Ikebana School.

1.   Ichiyo ikebana is about the personal interpretation of the arranger.  Imagination is important and the arrangement should be a reflection of the person making the arrangement.

2.  An arrangement is an example of a living relationship between nature and humanity.

3.  Ichiyo ikebana is about the balance of the material and the container.  The material and the container cooperate to enhance the finished arrangement.