Ikebana: The Art of Arranging Flowers

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The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

Ikebana, or Japanese flower arranging, is more than just putting flowers in a container. Ikebana is a disciplined art form in which the arrangement is a living thing, where nature and humanity are brought together. Written by renowned Ikebana expert Shozo Sato, Ikebana: The Art of Arranging Flowers is a classic Ikebana text updated for modern readers.

Ikebana history and styles

Ikebana: The Art of Arranging Flowers presents a fascinating overview of the history of Ikebana to present day, and introduces classic Ikebana styles such as Rikka, Seika and Moribana to Freestyle.

Japanese flower arranging instructions

The tools of Ikebana and basic Ikebana flower-arranging techniques are clearly explained. Simple but detailed instructions guide Ikebana enthusiasts through the process of making dozens of stunning floral arrangements.

From the Publisher

Mindful, Intentional, and Stunningly Beautiful: The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

The Japanese Art of Arranging

This definitive guide to the age-old art form of Ikebana will become the standard reference work for many years to come, while the new and highly creative forms of Ikebana pictured here provide a fresh perspective that even the most experienced Ikebana artists will appreciate.

The History of Ikebana

The book begins with a fascinating overview of the history of Ikebana from the earliest times up to the present day. You are then introduced to each of the classic Ikebana styles—Rikka, Seika, Moribana, and Freestyle—as well as the innovative contemporary forms of Ikebana that are now increasingly popular.

Learn from an Expert: SHOZO SATO

Shozo Sato is a professor emeritus of the College of Art and Design at the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, and freelance artist in Ikebana, sumi-e and theater. He is an internationally renowned Japanese master of Zen arts and visionary theatre director, as well as the author of numerous books including Tea Ceremony and Ikebana.

Inspiration + Expert Instruction = Stunning Results!

With over 460 stunning color photographs produced especially for this book, as well as many instructional diagrams, the author presents 175 original arrangements by leading Ikebana artists in Japan and the United States and provides useful tips and step-by-step directions for making classic and contemporary Ikebana arrangements.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tuttle Publishing
Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 12, 2013
Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 4805312661
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-4805312667
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.55 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.8 x 12 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #55,923 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #7 in Japanese Garden (Books) #35 in Flower Arranging (Books) #194 in Home Decorating (Books)
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