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Ikebana Newsletter Melbourne 

March 2023  


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1. Events Calendar

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2 March 2024Ikebana Introduction Workshop ($60). https://bit.ly/IkebanaIntro


2 March 2024: Monthly Ikebana Challenge - Zoom Ikebana Dojo.


15 March 2024: Shoso Shimbo will talk about “The Ikebana Workshop in Socio-Cultural Contexts” at the Japanese Language Teachers’ Association of Victoria Annual Conference, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.


20 - 24 March 2024: Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show. Shoso Shimbo and Shoan Lo will exhibit their work. Volunteer assistants are welcome on 17, 18 & 19 March. Contact: shososhimbo@gmail.com  


6 April 2024:  Monthly Ikebana Challenge - Zoom Ikebana Dojo.


13 April 2024: 42nd Conference - International Society of Ikebana Research (ISIR). Free online event. 


20 April 2024:  Ikebana Introduction Workshop ($60). https://bit.ly/IkebanaIntro


11 May 2024: Mother's Day Ikebana Workshop 


19 May 2024: Ikebana Workshop at Box Hill Community Arts Centre.


24 - 30 June 2024: Entry period for Ikebana Gallery Award 2024.


11 August 2024: Ikebana Workshop at Glen Eira Art Gallery.


7 & 8 September 2024: Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival. 


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2. Class Dates Term 1, 2024

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Wednesday Class (1:00 - 2:30 pm)

31 January - Nageire Practice

 7, 14, 21, 28  February  

6, 13 March

17 April  

Wednesday Class (7:00 - 8:30 pm)

31 January - Nageire Practice

 7, 14, 21, 28  February  

6, 13 March

17 April

Saturday Class (10:00 - 11:30 am) 

3 February - Nageire Practice

10, 17, 24, February 

2, 9 March 

20, 27 April 


Course Fees

  1. $40 per session or
  2. $200 per term (up to 8 sessions) or
  3. $100 for 3 sessions


How to book & pay: https://www.shoso.com.au/p/tuition.html


New Student: Please send an application form, after reading our terms & conditions.


  • Please check our new terms and conditions (including FAQ). 
  • There are some misunderstandings about our make-up lesson service. Check FAQ.
  • Please join our mailing list. There may be some changes in our class dates. 
  • The first session of each term is a nageire challenge. Master basic nageire styles! 


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3. Ikebana Introductory Class - Gift Voucher Available

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One-hour all-inclusive ikebana workshop for beginners. Join with your friends or family. $60 p.p. 

Venue: Murrumbeena or North Balwyn. 

Dates (Murrumbeena):

2 March 2024

20 April 2024


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4. New Bank Account

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Our new account details are as follows:

Account Name: Tsubo Melbourne Pty Ltd

BSB: 033070

Account number: 527917


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5. Hanadayori: Online Exhibitions, Photo Book & Perfumes

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Online Exhibition - https://bit.ly/Hanadayori23

Photobook - https://bit.ly/hanadayori23book

Perfumes - https://www.ikebanafestival.com/hanadayori-2023/the-hanadayori-collection-a-new-suite-of-perfumes


We are delighted to announce the release of the 2023 edition of the photobook "Hanadayori: Ikebana by Request." 

https://bit.ly/hanadayori23book

The ikebana creations by our team members, Shoan Lo, Aileen Duke, Shoka Healey, and Shokiku Thode, have been featured in the publication alongside works by international ikebana masters.


In celebration of the Hanadayori 2023 launch, Metascent proudly introduces the Hanadayori Collection, a bespoke line of fragrances. This collection features three meticulously crafted perfumes incorporating Japanese plant essences—sakura, yuzu, and hinoki. It's a tribute to nature by Metascent, and your purchase directly supports the Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival scheduled for September 7 & 8, 2024.


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6. Wa: Melbourne Ikebana Festival - International Ikebana Event

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A. Program for 2024 Released.

B. Seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our team. wa.ikebana@gmail.com


Expanding the joy of ikebana to a wider audience! Save the dates for the Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival on 7 & 8 September 2024, featuring an increased number of exhibitors and special events. 


Our goal is to generate greater interest in ikebana, enabling our new teachers to thrive in their roles as both working artists and instructors. Join us in cultivating a flourishing community of ikebana enthusiasts! 

https://www.ikebanafestival.com

https://www.facebook.com/wa.ikebana

https://www.instagram.com/wa.ikebana/


Exciting Special Events: https://www.ikebanafestival.com/special-events

Ikebana & Slave Grigoryan

Ikebana Dinner Show by Oshun Tsukagoshi (Japan)

Exhibition of 20 Artists from Ikebana Shofu (Japan)

Hiroe Swen Exhibition

Free Ikebana Workshop for Seniors

Hana-Awase: Ikebana Performance to Live Music

Bridal Ikebana Bouquet Competition  


Mr. Oshun Tsukagoshi is putting in a tremendous effort on our behalf to bring over 20 artists to Melbourne. If you have an Instagram account, we encourage you to follow Oshun, show your appreciation by liking his posts, and leave thoughtful comments. Let's come together to express our wholehearted support for this endeavour.  https://www.instagram.com/oshun_77/


2024年度のメルボルン生け花フェスティバルにいけばな松風副家元塚越応駿氏が来賓として参加されます。ディナーショーなどを通じ、新しい生け花の魅力を発信される予定です。https://bit.ly/ikebanatour24


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7. Ikebana Dojo - Online Courses - Book Now

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Ikebana Dojo Level 2 - Starting from May 2024. 

Details & Booking: http://www.ikebanadojo.org

Note: Now you can watch many of our video tutorials for free. Subscribe to our YouTube channel.


Monthly Ikebana Challenge - Starting from March 2024.

About Zoom Ikebana Dojo.

   

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8. Ikebana Gallery Award 

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The International Society of Ikebana Research (ISIR) is now an official partner of the Ikebana Gallery Award.  


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9. International Society of Ikebana Research (ISIR)

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Next Online Conference - 14 April 2024  

a. International Society of Ikebana Research (ISIR) welcomes new members. https://ikebanaresearch.blogspot.com/

b. If you come across any unfamiliar ikebana-related term, send an email to ISIR. ISIR will translate it for free and add it to its glossary. 

c. Shoso Shimbo was appointed as the Vice President of ISIR. Shoan Lo was appointed as a Secretary of ISIR. 

d. Join their mailing list to receive the latest news. 

f. Call for ikebana essays. Share your ikebana experience.  


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10. Ikebana in School 

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Shoso and his associates started a new project to promote Ikebana to Australian students. http://bit.ly/Ikebana-School


Shoso will talk about the Ikebana Workshop in Socio-Cultural Contexts at the Japanese Teacher Association Victoria Annual Conference, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.


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11. Shoso featured in the media  

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ABC Gardening Australia - https://www.shoso.com.au/2023/09/abcs-gardening-australia.html

The Age Newspaper - https://www.shoso.com.au/2022/08/ikebana-article-on-age-newspaper.html

SBS - SBS Japanese radio program. 

        

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12. Looking for an Ikebana class near you?

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https://5f6ad253e1719.site123.me/directory


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13. How to follow Shoso’s activities

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https://www.shoso.com.au/2020/04/how-to-follow-shosos-activities.html


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14. Where can I see Shoso’s works in Melbourne?

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Saint Dreux, Melbourne Emporium

Parkside Plastic Surgery, East Melbourne


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15. Ikebana for your shop/office? 

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Elevate your shop or office ambience with a touch of fresh ikebana! Shoso and his skilled team are ready to craft stunning floral arrangements tailored to your space. 

Enjoy the beauty of weekly ikebana starting from $150, $200, or $350. Treat yourself and those around you to the enduring charm of these exquisite displays.


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16. Recent Publications 

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Shoso’s Publication 

2023c. いけ花の国際化:オーストラリア、メルボルンから、(Internationalisation of Ikebana: Case Studies in Melbourne), 花美術館


2023b.「専応口伝」における面かげの形而上学International Journal of Ikebana Studies,10, 21-28.

https://doi.org/10.57290/ikebana.10.0_21


2023a. What is Ikebana (2): Selected passages from “Hana ni ikiru hitotachi e” (1967) by Suido Yamane. International Journal of Ikebana Studies, 10, 29-30.

https://doi.org/10.57290/ikebana.10.0_29



2022. 第二次大戦前後の生け花場における自由花運動の相対的位相 (Relative positions of Freestyle Ikebana Movement in the field of ikebana before and after the WWⅡ)「はじめて学ぶ芸術の教科書、伝統文化研究編」井上治、森田都紀(編)、京都芸術大学芸術学舎

amazonPOD  価格¥1300

www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4909439617

Kindleストア 価格¥1200

www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0B4C36WPM



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17. Publication - Shoso 2020

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eBook, “Shoso Shimbo 2020” is on sale now. It is now available in Apple iBooks. http://bit.ly/Shoso2020


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18. Ikebana Container Exhibition - Biennale

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Our first Australia Ikebana Container Award & Exhibition was held successfully. Internationally renowned Hiroe Swen was the judge for this award (Aus$1000). Hiroe was recognised with the Order of Australia (AM) on 12 June 2023. 


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19. Miscellaneous

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Tsubo Zen Gardens specialises in creating small Japanese gardens in Melbourne. See a recent project, a private garden in Seddon.  


Gift ideas, Vouchers, eBook, shopping, Japanese garden design, ikebana-related information etc. www.shoso.com.au


Dr Shoso Shimbo

0439 314 097

shososhimbo@gmail.com

www.shoso.com.au

Murrumbeena Melbourne


Wa: Melbourne Ikebana Festival

Ikebana Gallery Award

Zoom Ikebana Dojo

Tsubo Zen Gardens