Through this class, participants will learn moribana which means “piled up flowers” and is always arranged in a shallow container.  The container can be any shape, but needs to be arranged in a shallow, low container with a flat surface which is often referred to as a suiban.  Moribana seeks to emphasize the natural aspect and favors a complete freedom of choice in terms of materials.  There are multiple variations for moribana; participants will learn the basic upright style which is the beginning lesson for moribana. Hasami (shears/scissors) will be used to cut the plant materials and insert into the kenzan. A kenzan (in the US commonly known as a pin frog/ spiky frog) is used for this style of ikebana.  A kenzan is a needle point holder in which the plant materials are stuck into at various angles.  The word kenzan literally translates to “sword mountain”. This class is all about the experience, and participants will walk away with the knowledge of how to create a moribana arrangement as well as all the plant material that they used; the tools and containers will remain in the studio. 

• All materials, tools, and containers are supplied and the participants do not need to bring anything to the class.

• Class will be held at Yanagi Botanic Arts Studio located inside Yobel/ The Look Up Gallery building.

[Reference photo shows an example of the arrangement that will be created and the materials used may differ in the actual class.]