Ikebana aims to express emotion and bring out the inner qualities of plants. Much like sculpture, arrangements are studies in color, line, form, and function.
In this hands-on ikebana workshop, your instructor will demonstrate several techniques from the Ohara School of Ikebana and then help you create your favorite version of a seasonal arrangement. All plant materials will be collected fresh from the Arboretum grounds. Each student will create an arrangement to take home.
This program meets in person at the Arboretum. Please see the What to Know section for information about supplies to bring.
Instructor: E-Ling Lou, botanical arranger
Age: 16 and older
Course number: H152
E-Ling Lou, botanical arranger
E-Ling Lou is an artist who has been practicing ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arranging, for over 30 years. She is an Associate First Term master teacher of the Ohara School of Ikebana. She volunteers at The Morton Arboretum, where you can see her ikebana-inspired botanic arrangements.
What to Know
Click here to see the supply list—please bring these supplies with you to the program.
The kenzan and container will need to be purchased in addition to the program fee; if you wish, you may purchase these from the instructor in class for $23 (cash or check).
Program Schedule
Saturday, August 19, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Thornhill Education Center
