Glass in Ikebana: Inside, Outside, Around
Glass leaves no room to hide.
What is hidden in ceramic containers suddenly becomes visible. Fixation, stems, water, and even empty space start to play an active role.At the same time, not all glass is fully transparent. Some surfaces reveal everything, while others soften or partially conceal what is inside. This opens up a new field of exploration.
In this workshop, we move beyond the idea of simply placing materials in a vase. You will learn to compose inside, outside, and around the container. We will experiment with submerged elements, floating compositions, and glass bulbs, discovering how transparency and opacity influence your design.
What You’ll Learn
How to create clean, unobtrusive fixation, even when working with transparent containers
How to use water, stems, and empty space as part of your composition
The difference between transparent and more opaque glass, and how each affects the result
How to design inside, outside, and around the container
Ways to create a more light, open, and cooling feeling in your arrangements
Why Join?
Gain confidence working with glass, a material many ikebanists find challenging
Break away from familiar ceramic-based thinking and discover new creative freedom
Learn how to make your arrangements feel more refined, intentional, and light
Explore a different way of composing where the container becomes part of the design
Reserve your spot today
How does it work?
Interactive Workshop Schedule:
Zoom Session 1 (90 minutes): Participate in a demonstration that covers techniques, materials, and sources of inspiration. You'll receive an assignment and access to an online platform where session recordings and additional workshop content are available. If you cannot attend the live session, the recording will be accessible for later viewing.
Assignment Week: Dedicate a week to create your arrangement. Interact with Ilse and fellow participants via the online platform.
Zoom Session 2 (90 minutes): A week following the first session, Ilse will provide life feedback on your arrangement. To accommodate various schedules, three commenting sessions are available at:
- 10:00 AM CEST
- 15:00 PM CEST
- 17:00 PM CEST
You will receive the Zoom link to all three, and you can choose the session that fits your schedule. During the commenting session you participate in, Ilse will give personalized commentary on your work. All sessions will be recorded, and you will have access to these recordings for one-month post-workshop, ensuring you can revisit the insights and feedback at your convenience.
