Ikebana is a unique Japanese form of flower arrangement. Fortunate am I, if I think back the creativity that brewed in dad when we were kids and gave us opportunities of learning to the fullest. He had an idea that Japanese culture had a unique creativity of flower arranging and asked me and sis, if were interested in learning. Our excitement knew no bounds and were introduced to an instructor for learning Ikebana syle. As kids what striked the interest was, we would be going an extra mile while participating in flower arrangement shows.
Ikebana involves creativity and follows rules of line, form and depth. Special attention is given to the number of stems used, arrangement of branches and the vase used. There is a rhythm for the eyes to follow even though it is asymmetrical. This reminds me our instructor accompanying us to a nursery for better choice of flowers and getting books on Ikebana style of flower arrangement. Use of irises, chrysanthemums and use of Japanese Asparagus were the favourites. To me, a room looks so serene that adorns the Ikebana arrangement and can change the mood of a room. Doing Ikebana, can be playful and at the same time involve creativity.
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