Yukiko’s Floral Design Studio (415) 456-6763

Ikebana Japanese Flower Arranging in Marin County

IKEBANA GALLERY

suitable for tokonoma display: Grand Ikebana floral design:  quince branches, succulents, seasonal flowers and leaves

Ikebana for the Moment

Grand Ikebana reflects artist’s technique, thought and floral design:  the feel of the quince branches guides her fingers and the placement of the pink lily and succulents, as well as the seasonal leaves overhanging its base.  $200

Ikebana Japanese flower arranging Flat Curly Willow, pin cushions, succulents, orchids, harakeke for tokonoma display

Ikebana:  Faces Honored Guest  

Natural touch and feel of the flat pussy willow arises from cymbidium, crimson pin cushions, succulents and harakeke 

heaven earth and man, ikebana three principles designed in two containers connected with arching magonlia branches

Heaven, Earth & Man: the Ikebana Principles

“Heaven, Earth, and Man” is a principle in ikebana, Japanese flower arranging. It represents the connection and harmonious balance between the natural world (Heaven), the physical environment (Earth), and human beings (Man). By incorporating these elements, ikebana floral designs express beauty, simplicity, and deep appreciation for nature.

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horizon design ikebana japanese flower arranging for display at special events

Horizon Ikebana

This ikebana balances vertical and horizontal elements. The vertical branches create a stunning focal point while the horizontal, green, equisetum bundle adds texture and depth. The striking yellow lily and vivid red flowers’ contrasting colors complement each other.  And at the base the square black holder sustains Earth

Bouquet to Art 2023 by Yukiko

Bouquet to Art 2023 by Yukiko

 Azaleas and Apple Blossoms (1879) by Charles Caryl Coleman inspired my design in foreground.  Installed in De Young Museum Gallery 24,  June 6-13, 2023.

signature design ikebana japanese flower arranging

My Signature Theme Arrangement

I created this arrangement many years ago to express something I felt.  I can’t put it into wotds, but the design keeps coming back to me.  So, here it is again.

Ikebana means “arranging flowers” in Japanese. It comes from two Japanese words: ikeru, which means living, and hana, which means flower.  

yellow ikebana

Summer Favorite

Protea Ikebana

Tiburon Ikebana by yukiko

Tiburon Ikebana

maori-warrior ikebana

Maori Warrior Ikebana

Ikebana in Gray Container

Ikebana in Gray Container

ikebana succulent with red flower

Succulent Ikebana with Red Flower

ming fern ikebana arrangement

Ming Fern with Birds of Paradise.

ikebana centerpiece

Ikebana Centerpiece

quince ikebana

Quince Ikebana  $200

ikebana low height design

Ikebana in low height design $200

ikebana with kale

Ikebana with Cymbidium and Kale

ikebana autumn color

Ikebana in Autumn Colors

peonies ikebana centerpiece

Centerpiece Ikebana 

Dinner party table center: peonies, succulents, equisetum; peonies as the fullest blown flower is placed in the lowest or Earth position  $200

Designer’s Notes:  Photographing Ikebana 

Traditionally ikebana floral designs are displayed in tokonoma facing the guest-of-honor

I photograph ikebana squaring the camera with the front side of the piece. So, in my studio  camera height is the same as guest-of-honor’s view when seated on zabuton. 

Camera position alters meaning of the flowers.  Nonetheless, the ikebana arrangements I create are viewable from all sides.

Yukiko

autumn delicate ikebana

Autumn Delicate Ikebana

With phalaenopsis in basket $245

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ikebana magenta peonies

Magenta Peonies Ikebana 

With branches, leaves, harakeke, shown here as delivered to resident of The Tamalpais in Greenbrae, Marin County  $200

Heaven, Earth & Man - Continued

In the case of arching magnolia branches arranged in two containers, these elements are represented within the ikebana arrangement:

HEAVEN: the Ikebana Concept
  • The concept of Heaven in ikebana represents the spiritual realm, transcendence, and the divine. To represent Heaven, incorporate elements that evoke a sense of lightness, elevation, and ethereal beauty. Delicate and graceful magnolia blossoms placed higher in the arrangement, reach upwards as if they are reaching for the heavens. This placement symbolizes the connection between the earthly and the divine.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
EARTH: the Earth Element
  • The Earth element in ikebana represents the physical realm, nature, and the grounding aspects of life. To represent Earth, elements of the design convey stability, strength, and a connection to the natural world. In this case, the arching magnolia branches themselves symbolize the Earth element. And their sturdy yet graceful structure creates a sense of grounding and balance. Additionally, elements such as moss, stones, or other natural materials reflect the earthy qualities.
MAN: The Man Element
  • The Man element represents humanity and human interaction with both the spiritual and physical realms. It signifies the role of the artist in arranging and harmonizing the natural elements. The artist’s choice of containers represents the Man element. Containers complement the magnolia branches and evoke a sense of aesthetic balance. Placing them at a lower level symbolizes the human connection to the earthly realm.

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