Learn to Slow Down, Be Creative, and Embrace Nature
One Flower, One Branch at a Time.
ONLINE IKEBANA COURSE FOR BEGINNERS
As a florist, you're facing increasing pressure to be eco-friendly and stand out in a competitive market. The minimalist approach of Ikebana not only increases profits but also offers a unique artistic expression that sets you apart.
If you've explored traditional art forms and found them lacking, Ikebana offers a unique blend of art and nature that allows you to express creativity through living materials, all while staying connected to the natural world you love.
If you're a nature lover struggling to feel connected to the natural world, Ikebana offers a meditative practice that brings you closer to nature’s essence, teaching you to work with natural forms and materials respectfully.
If sitting still in meditation leaves you with sore knees and restless thoughts, Ikebana offers a more active form of mindfulness. This art form allows you to slow down and find peace through the meditative practice of arranging flowers.
Your Ikebana Instructor
ILSE BEUNEN
Ilse has been an ikebana teacher for more than 25 years. She fell in love with Ikebana during her 11 years stay in Japan where she mastered the art of Sogetsu Ikebana. She currently holds the Komon-Degree.
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She shares her ikebana adventures and creations on her Facebook page with more than 27.000 followers, and in her weekly newsletter with more than 17.000 readers.
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Ilse was awarded the Sogetsu 90th Anniversary Commemorative Overseas Akane Teshigahara Award for her studies and efforts to widen the knowledge of ikebana. She is also the author of two ikebana books, "Exploring Ikebana" and "Inspiring Ikebana"
COURSE OUTLINE
01. What is Ikebana?
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What is ikebana? (5:44)
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The Roots of Ikebana (4:03)
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The Journey to Contemporary Ikebana (6:12)
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Quiz
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02. Your First Ikebana - Two Easy Arrangements
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Arrangement with Folded Leaves (7:21)
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Arrangement with Grasses and China Aster (4:09)
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03. Ikebana, a Path to Personal Growth
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Five Paths of Growth (12:03)
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04. Tools and Techniques
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Ikebana Scissors (8:53)
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Containers, An Introduction (5:24)
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Everything you wanted to know about Kenzans (10:35)
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How to position material on a Kenzan? (13:51)
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Other Tools (1:34)
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05. Exploring Basic Styles
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Introduction (1:06)
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Basic Upright Style in a Moribana with Only Flowers (23:20)
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From Regular To Reversed (14:03)
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Variation 1 Upright Style Moribana - Lovers' Style (16:22)
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Variation 1 Slanting Style Moribana (6:51)
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06. From Basic to Freestyle
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Applying the Basics to Freestyle (10:13)
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07. Continue Your Ikebana Journey
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Continue Your Ikebana Journey | Explore, Learn and Grow (1:09)
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08. BONUS VIDEOS | Things to Know Before Arranging
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How to Select Your Material? (8:27)
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How to Prune and Preserve Your Material? (17:15)
FAQ'S | FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will I get access?
You will get access from the moment you subscribe. We will email you a username and password.
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What if I am unhappy with the course?
adapt
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I never did any ikebana. Is this course interesting for me?
Yes, it is. There are courses for all levels from beginners to advanced. If you feel lost in all the different modules, just let us know and we put you on the right track.​
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Can I watch the classes everywhere?
You can watch the classes on mobile devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers, but you will need an internet connection.
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How long do I have access to the course?
After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as we keep the module alive.
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Can I get certificates following this module?
We are currently testing and setting up a certificate for this module. You will have to watch all the videos to obtain it, and make at least x arrangements.
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I already have a membership to your complete video channel. Do I need to buy this separately?
No this module is also included in our subscription based video channel.
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