A workshop and demonstration at the residence of the Japanese Consul in Chennai
On May 8th Madam Keiko Nakono invited Malathi sensei to give a Talk and demonsration on Ikebana at the Japanese Consular's residence at 10.30 am. For the demonstration she chose basic Sogetsu Upright and Slanting styles, displaying also the naturalism and the significance of 'Line'. Madam Keiko lloks on as Malathi sensei starts with an introduction to Ikebana The group of ladies were being introduced to the art for the first time and so simplicity and the basic principles of Sogetsu Ikebana were emphasized Three arrangements were demonstrated before the ladies moved on to try their hand in the workshop A snapshot of the three arrangements The workshop begins A group photo to complete the session. The invitees were the wives of the Chennai Port Trust officers, Coast Guards Officers and a few Naval Officers wives The participants were very enthusiastic and involved, asking questions and taking pictures. Also, they listened carefully