Dive into Ohararyu Ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging. Create relaxing beauty with us in our hands-on workshop.

Immerse yourself in the world of Ohararyu Ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging.

Location: 62 Hope Street L1 9BZ, Liverpool. GB

Led by: Joyce Feng, The Third Grade Certified Master of the Ohara School of Ikebana. Professional flower arranging artist and photographer.

About the workshop:

You'll learn to create your own Ikebana arrangements, a practice that goes beyond aesthetics to become a pathway to relaxation and inner peace.

As part of the workshop, personal photos of you and your creations taken by Joyce are included in the workshop fee.

Our workshops are friendly for beginners, offering a hands-on introduction to this serene art form. For those captivated by the tranquility of Ikebana.

More advanced and structured Ohara Ikebana courses are also available. Join our workshops to discover the next steps and learn more.

Join us and discover the calming beauty of Ikebana. No experience is needed - just an open mind and a love for nature's beauty!

The Organiser: Joyce (Jiale) Feng

- Founder of Joyce The Florist

- Flower Arranging Artist

- Sikastone Florist Educator

- 3rd Term Master of Ohara School of Ikebana

Workshop overview:

This trial workshop is a peaceful hands-on experience designed for beginners to explore Ikebana through floral balance, natural beauty, and inner calm. It includes the following 5 sessions, lasting about 1 hour and half.

1. Presentation and brief:

A quick introduction to Ikebana’s Introductory Course principles — balance, line, and harmony — and an overview of today’s design theme.

2. Live Demonstration:

Watch a step-by-step demonstration showing key techniques and how to build a simple yet expressive arrangement.

3. Hands-on creation:

Create your own Ikebana work using seasonal flowers, with guidance available whenever you need it.

4. Feedback & Improvements:

Receive gentle feedback and small adjustments to help refine your work and enhance its beauty.

5. Photo Session:

Your finished arrangement — along with moments from your creative process — will be professionally photographed so you can keep a beautiful memory of your workshop experience.

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