Tag Archives: jiyuka

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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Design Jiyuka / Freestyle

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Jean-Marcel

This follow up lesson in jiyuka allowed for practice is design freestyle. Materials are purposefully altered and artificial accessories may be used, but not artificial flowers. Beginners Series: planned for November. Details to be published soon as we are waiting … Continue reading →

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Seasonal Freestyle/Jiyuka

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Jean-Marcel

Following the better late than never philosophy, here are the pictures from our 2013 final session. Something to think about and perhaps inspire you to make a Valentine arrangement for your loved ones. Meanwhile, remember the Beginner’s Series starts next … Continue reading →

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Posted on November 5, 2013 by Jean-Marcel

This October lesson was a great chance to enjoy Fall colours and remaining garden material, all dressed up with accessories and ready to go for Hallowe’en. These sometimes playful, designed jiyuka set the stage for the festive season that will … Continue reading →

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Jiyuka / Free Style: September 4, 2013

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Jean-Marcel

Notes from the second Free Style class. These arrangements moved from naturalistic to designed. In Jiyuka: the container is part of the arrangement Elements to consider: lines points mass surface Think about: asymmetry gradations of colour, contrast, accent gradation of … Continue reading →

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Jiyuka / Free Style: August 15, 2013

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Jean-Marcel

Our first foray into jiyuka, free style. This lesson was an introduction to free style with emphasis on naturalistic arrangements.

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