Overview, understanding and appreciation of Oriental Style Flower Arrangement, known as Ikebana. Emphasis on principles of design, experimentation, technique, exploration, and critique intended to develop creativity and manipulative ability. You will start with basic design concepts and progress to intermediate and advanced levels. Each class meeting will start with a lecture and demonstration by the instructor. You will then work on your design. The instructor will give critics and recommendations on your work. A beautiful ikebana arrangement will emerge that you can enjoy in your home for the week.
Class Materials:
Bring your fresh materials for each class:
- One-time cost of supplies is around $150, including two ceramic containers, a pair of ikebana scissors (hasami) and a large pin frog (kenzan). All these can be ordered at wholesale prices from the instructor. The containers are commissioned from a ceramic artist. This equipment will be used for years as you continue to move to higher levels.
- Materials required for each class are branches, form flowers, and some greens. Students bring their own materials. Email the instructor for questions on the appropriate material to us
- Textbook $30 is recommended but not required
Email the instructor for questions on the appropriate material to use.
DATES: 12 Thursdays. September 4, 2025 - November 20, 2025
TIME: 1:00-4:00pm
FEE: $210
LOCATION: San Luis Obispo Campus Room 4028
INSTRUCTOR: Hoang Thanh Nguyen
QUESTIONS: Contact instructor at nguyeht@gmail.com
Class Schedule – Please Note:
Our class schedules may be subject to change. You can view the most current class
status anytime on the Community Programs website. To stay up to date after registering,
please monitor your email, as any changes will be sent to the email address we have
on file.
| Meet the instructor | |
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Hoang Thanh Nguyen |
I have practiced Ikebana for over 30 years and have been teaching for 20 years in the Bay Area. I have degrees in two major schools of ikebana in Japan, as well as California Teaching Credentials. I was a two-term President of Ikebana International in San Francisco and I am the current President of Ikebana Teachers Federation. I have done numerous workshops, demonstrations, and exhibitions is the US and outside of the country. |