Get Creative in the Garden | Public Workshop
A Zen art – and far more than mere decoration. Even in times gone by, the Japanese used the Way of Flowers (Kado) to cultivate their mindset so as to be able to cope with life’s circumstances. The Way of Ikebana is inspiring and deeply connected to nature and philosophy.
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Ikebana – die Kunst des Blumensteckens
Ikebana is a Japanese art of flower arranging that can be learnt and is fascinating at every stage of the learning process. Once you start, you will experience a unique way of viewing flowers and plants, thereby gaining a deeper connection with nature.
This four-hour course is divided into several sections:
- Part I: Arrival, introduction, theory/history of ikebana, introduction to the materials
- Part II: an approximately 45-minute guided tour of the Botanical Garden focusing on Japan, followed by a presentation in the Japanese Pavilion; 15-minute break.
- Part III: Practical work under guidance on the upright basic stem arrangement, presentation of the work and discussion, tidying up, farewell
- Work will be carried out in accordance with the design principles of the Sogetsu School
Please bring:
A shallow bowl approx. 4–6 cm deep, with a diameter of approx. 20–40 cm (if necessary, a baking dish or pasta plate may be used), kenzan / flower frog (ideally with a diameter of 7 cm)
Rose shears or small secateurs.
A kenzan can also be borrowed or purchased from the instructors for a fee starting at approx. 20 euros in cash, depending on size. Vessels are also available for purchase.
- Plant materials will be provided. No prior experience is required.
- Number of participants: max. 15 people
- Target group: Adults
- Participation fee: 20 euros per person (plus admission)
- Booking: required
- Meeting point: Visitor Centre, Königin-Luise-Platz entrance
- Duration: 240 minutes
- Speakers: Renate Murawski and Detlev Dahlmann
