Author: L Lim
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789812328014
Category : Flower arrangement, Japanese
Languages : en
Pages : 124
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Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. The word translated actually means 'to arrange flowers'. In his new book, Dr Leonard Lim explains that this ancient art is "about our relationship with nature, it is a journey in our hearts as we create beautiful ikebana." The book contains nearly 300 four-colour photos of various styles of ikebana and provides step-by-step instructions for everyday and special occasion arrangements. In the early chapters Lim provides all the basic instructions for getting started such as cutting and bending stems, enhancing water uptake so that your arrangements last longer, and how to choose the best containers. In the middle chapters, Lim moves on to the more sophisticated aspects of colour, shape and quality. The third section offers the beginner instructions to create basic ikebana freestyle in three movements. Dr Limm explores new ways to look at materials in arrangements such as using household items and office stationery as vases. He also demonstrates how to celebrate special moments with ikebana. Leonard Lim provides simple instructions for anyone who wants to learn the art of ikebana -- whether for personal enjoyment at home, or for a party of hundreds.
Author: Shozo Sato
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462905919
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 659
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The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging Ikebana, or Japanese flower arranging, is more than just putting flowers in a container. Ikebana is a disciplined art form in which the arrangement is a living thing, where nature and humanity are brought together. Written by renowned Ikebana expert Shozo Sato, Ikebana: The Art of Arranging Flowers is a classic Ikebana text updated for modern readers. Ikebana history and styles Ikebana: The Art of Arranging Flowers presents a fascinating overview of the history of Ikebana to present day, and introduces classic Ikebana styles such as Rikka, Seika and Moribana to Freestyle. Japanese flower arranging instructions The tools of Ikebana and basic Ikebana flower-arranging techniques are clearly explained. Simple but detailed instructions guide Ikebana enthusiasts through the process of making dozens of stunning floral arrangements.
Author: Tom Loxley
Publisher: Ludion Publishers
ISBN: 9789493039278
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 240
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If you think of flower arranging as an occupation for florists in pursuit of the perfect dome, think again. Because there is a generation of radical new artists who are reinventing what it means to arrange flowers, many of them inspired by the Japanese art of ikebana. Since its origins in the 6th century, ikebana has been as much a philosophy as an art, with its roots in Zen Buddism and a reverence for nature. Over hundreds of years it has developed a complex set of unwritten rules, that take a lifetime to master. But in recent years the distinctive look of ikebana - with its love of the asymmetric shapes to be found in nature and its willingness to embrace simple, natural materials - has found a new audience and opened the eyes of a generation of artists to a new way of working with flowers. This book showcases a selection of this new wave of floral artists, from Tokyo to New York. The authors Victoria Gaiger and Tom Loxley - the editors of the award-winning rakesprogress, the UK's leading independent magazine about the art of gardens, plants and flowers - have talked to 25 of the most exciting young florists working today about their art and inspiration. It includes an introduction to the history and evolution of Japanese floral art and beautiful images of the artists' studios and their floral creations.
Author: Joan D. Stamm
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0861715772
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 194
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In this lovely, meditative exploration of Ikebana -- the Japanese art of flower arranging -- Joan Stamm shows us how her twin paths of Buddhist practice and artistic endeavor converge and indeed become thoroughly intertwined. In reflecting on the fading of a lovely bloom, the author understands impermanence; when she shows us the natural symmetry of a blossom, we find that we too have regained our balance. Stamm's elegant, lush voice weaves childhood memories with meditations on the symbolic importance of nature.
Author: Norman Sparnon
Publisher: Weatherhill
ISBN: 9784079744171
Category : Flower arrangement, Japanese
Languages : en
Pages : 274
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Author: Patricia Massy
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Flower arrangement, Japanese
Languages : en
Pages : 99
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Author: Nancy D'Oench
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1683355938
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 403
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Showcasing more than 250 designs by more than 130 gifted amateur arrangers under the auspices of the World Association of Flower Arrangers (WAFA USA), Flower Arranging the American Way is a contemporary celebration of an art form dating back to the third millennium bce. Superbly photographed by Mick Hales and other talented photographers, with each arrangement explained in clear and inviting detail by author Nancy D'Oench, the selection of designs shown here is distinctly American. In addition to flowers and foliage, each design incorporates natural materials from the seashore, the roadside, and even the compost heap to make dramatic mixedmedia creations. Arrangers at all skill levels will find inspiration and advice aplenty.
Author: Michael Molloy
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities, Social Sciences & World Languages
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 732
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Provides an account of religion as a diverse, lived experience by peoples around the world. This book conveys the vitality and richness of the world's religions as a living cultural wellspring that concerns systems of belief and how those beliefs are expressed in ceremonies, food, clothing, art, architecture, pilgrimage, scripture, and music.
Author: Ilse Beunen
Publisher: Exhibitions International
ISBN: 9789058566539
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 128
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- Ikebana artist Ilse Beunen reveals her sources of inspiration and how to translate these into floral designs - Contains more than 40 step by step designs Inspiring Ikebana is the sequel to Exploring Ikebana, the first book by world famous ikebana artist Ilse Beunen. Throughout her career she has been inspired by many different things and as all artists do, she is continually looking for inspiration to create something new and innovative. Having written a comprehensive introduction to the ancient Japanese art of flower arrangement, she reveals in this new book several sources of inspiration: nature, the four seasons, festivals, vases and containers, artificial material, art and emotions. More than 40 stunning ikebana creations, both in traditional and modern styles, are lavishly illustrated with detailed step by step photographs of the creative process, making it easy to follow and achieve a great result.
Author: Benjamin John Coleman
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462914322
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 619
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Make realistic and decorative paper flower arrangements with this stunning origami book. The Japanese art of flower arranging is an age-old practice that honors nature and creates beauty through harmony and balance. This brand new book, Origami Ikebana, shows you how to create unique ikebana-inspired paper flower arrangements any time of the year. Since discovering ikebana some years ago, origami artist and author Benjamin Coleman has worked on developing techniques that enable him to create ikebana-style floral arrangements with simple folded paper. In this book, Coleman combines the principles and techniques of ikebana, origami and makigami (paper rolling) to create beautiful and lifelike paper flower arrangements. You'll learn how to construct stems from paper-mache-like makigami rolls and cap them with exquisite folded paper flowers and leaves, as well as how to display the arrangements on stone-like bases made of paper. Topics covered in this ground-breaking origami book include: Basic origami flower folding and assembly techniques Painting the leaves and flowers to enhance realism Using incremental leaf sizes for a greater sense of depth Making stems using makigami paper rolling techniques Creating "stone" bases for your arrangement from origami paper Dozens of different origami flower arrangements are described in this book, and the downloadable video contains detailed step-by-step video lessons showing you how to create each model. Don't spend a fortune on real flowers and plants that will wilt in a week--make your own beautiful paper floral arrangements that will last forever! This origami book contains: 128 page, full-color book Step-by-step instructions Colorful diagrams and photographs Origami flower folding and arranging techniques and tips 8 different leaf types 30 flower types Downloadable instructional video
