Ikebana and us

These are from our annual exhibition. the two men in our group have still not given me their freedback, so I am now publishing them without the artist's comments! By Ashoka By Ashoka - glass container By Venkatesh Venkatesh Venkatesh

http://bk.asia-city.com/events/article/interview-akane-teshigahara-japanese-ikebana-master-bangkok Interview: Ikebana Master Akane Teshigahara | BK Magazine Online Akane Teshigahara has been called the rock star of ikebana, the Japanese floral art which is said to bring together nature and humanity. Here, she talks to us ahead of her new installation to mark HM Queen Sirikit's birthday (Aug 2-13). How did you first get into ikebana? When I was six years old, I began learning under my aunt, Kasumi Teshigahara, who was the second generation iemoto (headmaster) of the Sogetsu school of floral art. And I've continued to learn ever since. What is the core concept of ikebana? At the heart of ikebana is an expression of peace and serenity through the life power which is hidden inside plants. It is my wish to send good spirits, smiles, and joy through ikebana. Do you have any tips on how to appreciate ikebana? There are no rules for appre...

The Chennai Study group got together after the summer, with joyous hugs and raised voices!  Many of us had not seen each other for a coulpe of months. Pushkala, our member from the academic world, regaled us with her experiences on her first trip to Europe, where she picked up these beautiful vases, which you see below. Sensei Vaishali then demonstrated in one of the vases, showing how a crack can be skillfully hidden. The last item on the agenda was the awarding of teacher's certificate to Dalley. Vaishali demonstrates Pushkala talks about her trip and the tulips! The dramtic effect of adding the wire! Congratulations Dalley! Dalley will give her firat demonstration as a teacher, sometime over the next couple of months. The ladies are all set to go to Delhi to take part in the Delhi chapter's annual show in September.