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The word Ikebana rings a bell for most, but not many people can define it or grasp its essence. Exploring Ikebana seeks to change this. This book is a comprehensive introduction into the art and wants to unveil some of the secrecy and philosophical ideas projected into this ancient Japanese style of flower design. A no-nonsense but nonetheless respectful approach to the art, that will demonstrate that Ikebana arrangements are achievable for all. After a a thorough introductory chapter on materials, the different schools, techniques, dos and don'ts, tools, colors, schemes and (viewing) angles; this books hands arrangements in traditional and modern styles, made with natural and contemporary materials. Every arrangement is richly illustrated with detailed step-by-step photographs of the creative process, making it easy for even the novice to follow and to come to a correct and enjoyable result. And in the end, enjoying the fleeting beauty of flowers to the fullest is what Ikebana is all about.

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Book category Books in English Lifestyle, sport & leisure Handicrafts, decorative arts & crafts Flower arranging & floral crafts

• Full title: Exploring Ikebana
• Author: Ilse Beunen
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112
• EAN: 9789058565044
• ISBN: 9058565041
• ID: 08014760
• Publisher: Stichting Kunstboek BVBA
• Weight: 644 g
• Dimensions: 220 × 285 × 11 mm
• Date of publishing: 01. February 2015

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