Sogetsu Ikebana Class

Learn how to manipulate branches and foliage to create an asymmetrical yet balanced design that complements focal flowers.

Through hands-on practice, explore techniques for securing floral materials using either a hidden branch structure inside the vase or a kenzan (pin frog.)

After this workshop, you may find yourself looking at traditional floral arrangements in a whole new way.

• Floral scissors or gardening shears

• A cylinder ceramic vase taller than 10" & 3-4" in diameter OR a shallow ceramic vase (wider than 10" in diameter with a kenzan (pin frog)

• A back up ceramic vase

• A bowl for cutting materials in water

• A hand towel for cleaning

• A bucket to bring floral materials home

Tomoko "Hoyu" Lee is a certified Sogetsu Ikebana teacher whose work has been exhibited at Bouquets to Art, Sogetsu Artscapes, Ikebana International San Francisco Bay Area Chapter Flower Shows, the San Francisco Cherry Blossom Festival, and OFAD (Organization of Floral Art Designers), the Filoli Flower Show.

She has studied Sogetsu Ikebana under Yoshiko "Hogetsu" Williams since 2010 and continues her practice with Katsuko "Biko" Thielke.

Registration fees are nonrefundable. Gamble reserves the right to cancel this class or event due to low enrollment, extreme weather, Santa Clara County health announcements, and other unforeseen events. In the event of a cancellation your payment will be reimbursed, net of service charge if applicable. By registering, participants agree to Gamble Garden’s Terms and Conditions.