The Art of Ikebana: Making Flowers Come Alive 

Have you seen a floral arrangement appear to come alive? It can happen through Ikebana, the ancient art of Japanese flower arranging. Learn about this art form and observe a live demonstration by presenters Liz Larwa and Terre Voegeli, Associate Masters in the Ichiyo School. Liz and Terre will share the history of Ikebana, from its classical origins to present day avant-garde styles, and highlight differences between Ikebana and Western floral arranging.

Presenters:

Elizabeth (Liz) Larwa, Associate Master in the Ichiyo School; President of Ikebana International Ann Arbor Chapter #183

Teresa (Terre) Voegeli, Associate Master in the Ichiyo School; Treasurer of the Ann Arbor Ikebana Chapter

Members, please register here for lunch ($20) and the program, or program only, by midnight, October 3rd. Doors open at 11:30 am; lunch is at noon; the presentation begins at 1 pm.

Guest of AAF&G members are welcome to attend the presentation at no cost (registration required). Members, you can register your guest here for lunch ($20) and/or the presentation only. Doors open at 11:30 pm. Please register by midnight, October 3rd.

Non-AAF&G members are welcome to attend the program for a $5 admission fee. All funds support Ann Arbor Farm & Garden’s annual garden-related grant and scholarship awards. Doors open at 12:30 pm. Please register by midnight, October 3rd.