Ikebana (Japanese Flower Arranging) Workshop

Come to Heritage this fall and practice the art of Ikebana, Japanese floral design, utilizing fall plant materials. Ikebana Instructor of the Sogetsu School, Kaye Vosburgh, will lead both novice and experienced students in this linear form of flower arranging. Like the old-fashioned school room, beginning students learn alongside continuing students. Basic skills are needed before advancing to free-style arranging. Ms. Vosburgh, has studied, exhibited and taught in Massachusetts, New York, Japan and Ecuador. She is also a Master Judge in the Federated Garden Clubs and a First Grade Ikebana Teacher in the Sogetsu School. A frequent speaker at flower shows and with garden clubs, Kaye and has earned numerous awards for her designs including the two top awards in the 2008 Boston Flower Show’s Molten Lava category. Each student will make two arrangements. The teacher will provide individual instruction as well as group demonstrations. A few materials are required and a list will be provided upon registration. Flowers are included in the class fee and some materials will be available for purchase.