Tag Archives: ikebana

Shoka Sanshuike October 1

Posted on October 7, 2015 by Jean-Marcel

We continued our study of  shoka sanshuike with a distinctly Fall theme to the material selection: sunflower, ornamental grass, bullrush, rose hip, maple, and solidago. Then, back by popular demand, we enjoyed another K-cup challenge with some miniature freestyle arrangements. … Continue reading →

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Pruning Challenges: Shoka Sanshuike Sept. 17

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Jean-Marcel

The material used for this lesson provided some opportunities to improve our pruning skills. Pruning helps us show off the beauty and lines of the material but making the decision of what, and how much, to clip can be challenging. … Continue reading →

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Welcome Back

Posted on September 7, 2015 by Jean-Marcel

Great to see all those familiar faces after the summer hiatus. We started off the Fall session with a lesson in shoka sanshuike. Then just for fun, we added a K-cup free style miniature challenge. We hope you enjoy the … Continue reading →

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Animethon 2015

Posted on August 9, 2015 by Jean-Marcel

Just a few pictures from our demonstration at the 2015 Animethon at MacEwan University, Edmonton, and reminder that the Beginners’ Series starts next Saturday. Current members are also welcome to come for review. Please register by Wednesday as we must … Continue reading →

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Fall Lesson Photos

Posted on November 17, 2014 by Jean-Marcel

It has been a busy season with workshops in Vancouver and San Diego, our regular club lessons (see below), and a Beginners’ Series.  Thanks for all the great participation everyone. Coming up next, our last regular lesson of the season, … Continue reading →

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Animethon 2014

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Jean-Marcel

Animethon added some traditional Japanese cultural events to its program this year and we were delighted to offer ikebana demonstrations to compliment the tea ceremony, held in the same room. With overflow attendance on Saturday, and a good crowd on Sunday, … Continue reading →

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More Catching Up

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Jean-Marcel

It’s good to be back in Edmonton and I am finally getting caught up, again, more or less. Here are some of the photos from recent lessons, and we look forward to seeing you at the next lesson on June … Continue reading →

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Lesson 4 Beginners Series

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Jean-Marcel

Sanshuike arrangements using wild dogwood and roses concluded the introductory series. Many thanks to Westwood Unitarian Congregation for hosting these classes. Regular classes resume at the Edmonton Japanese Cultural Centre this Thursday at 7 pm. We look forward to welcoming … Continue reading →

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Beginner’s Workshop

Posted on January 4, 2014 by Jean-Marcel

Introduction to Ikebana  A package of 4 lessons, Saturday mornings, Feb. 8, 15, 22 & Mar. 1, 2014. Time: 9 :30 – noon. Location: Westwood Unitarian Congregation, 11135-65 Avenue Cost:  EJCA Ikebana non-members $125.00, includes, lessons, 1 kenzan (pin frog), … Continue reading →

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Shoka Sanshuike Review November 7, 2013

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Jean-Marcel

After several weeks of free style we returned to Shoka Sanshuike. Following a minimal review of the form, the students plunged right into working on their arrangements. Greater confidence and understanding were clearly evident both in the preparation and during … Continue reading →

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