Mr. Sasaki's lecture will include a demonstration using a live tree to create a bonsai followed by a question and answer session. The lecture is free and open to the public - the hands on workshop will directly follow the lecture. Registration and payment for the workshop portion of this class must be made prior to May 4. Please note that you are required to attend the lecture to participate in the workshop. Lectures are free and open to the public.
Registration is required for the workshop portion.
Using live floral and plant materials in this hands-on workshop you will gain a better understanding of this art form and philosophy. The lecture will be free and open to the public. This school is relatively new, founded in 1924. Your instructor, Joleen Thompson has been studying and teaching the art of Ikebana for over 21 years. She currently specializes in and teaches classes in the school of Sogetsu but has also studied in the schools of Ohara, Ikenobo, Ichiyo and Chiko.