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Melbourne Ikebana Festival, 11 and 12 Sep 2021waikebana.blogspot.com
Longing for AutumnShoso Shimbo's Solo Exhibition, Distilling Nature, Monash University, February 2013
Christmas Installation for the City of Ballarat, 2013An official servay found that Shoso's magical tunnel was the most popular among the people in the city.
BouquetsShoso's floral works are a special addition to your wedding or other special events.
Bridal BouquetsShoso specialises in fully wired bridal bouquets.

Tuesday, 30 March 2021

Ikebana Calendar

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25 - 31 March 2021: Third entry period for the Ikebana Gallery Award 2021.


7 April 2021: Zoom Ikebana Demo, Sogetsu Delhi. 

https://www.facebook.com/seikosogestu/photos/a.610698862317393/3736995666354348 


10 April 2021: Ikebana Dojo, Four Elements Level 2 - Space.


17 April 2021: ISIR online conference. 国際いけ花学会第３５回例会、無料オンライン·イベント。花いけバトル司会の日向雄一郎氏による発表です。予約受付中。


24 April 2021: Ikebana Introductory Class. One hour all inclusive ikebana workshop for beginners.


1 May 2021: Ikebana Dojo, Four Elements Level 2 - Colour.


1 May 2021:  Ikebana Introductory Class.


5 & 8 May 2021: Term 2 starts (our ikebana certificates courses). 


15 May 2021:  Ikebana Introductory Class.


5 June 2021: Ikebana Introductory Class.


19 June 2021: Ikebana Introductory Class.


24 - 30 June 2021: Forth (and final) entry period for the Ikebana Gallery Award 2021.


17 July 2021: Ikebana Introductory Class.


31 July 2021: Ikebana Introductory Class.


11&12 September 2021: Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival. https://bit.ly/MelbourneIkebana


https://www.shoso.com.au 

Monday, 1 March 2021

Ikebana Calendar

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Events Calendar

 

3 & 6 February 2021: Term 1 started. 


6 March 2021: Zoom Ikebana Dojo, Four Elements Level 2. Learn ikebana online. 


6 March 2021: Ikebana Introductory Class. One hour all inclusive ikebana workshop for beginners.  


20 March 2021: Ikebana Introductory Class. One hour all inclusive ikebana workshop for beginners.


25 - 31 March 2021: Third entry period for the Ikebana Gallery Award 2021.


10 April 2021: Zoom Ikebana Dojo, Four Elements Level 2. Learn ikebana online.


17 April 2021: ISIR online conference. 国際いけ花学会第３５回例会、無料オンライン·イベント。花いけバトル司会の日向雄一郎氏による発表です。予約受付中。


24 April 2021: Ikebana Introductory Class. One hour all inclusive ikebana workshop for beginners.


1 May 2021: Zoom Ikebana Dojo, Four Elements Level 2. Learn ikebana online.


5 & 8 May 2021: Term 2 starts (our ikebana certificates courses). 


1 June 2021: Entries open for Melbourne Ikebana Container Award. $1000 cash award & world class judge. 


11&12 September 2021: Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival. https://bit.ly/MelbourneIkebana



https://www.shoso.com.au 

Thursday, 4 February 2021

Wednesday, 27 January 2021

Ikebana Calendar

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26 January 2021: Sold Out. An internationally renowned ikebana master, Mr Ken Katayama joined Ikebana Dojo again as a guest facilitator. His sessions with us in August were video recorded and available on YouTube. Enjoy the sessions by one of Japan’s most popular Ikebana masters. Follow Ikebana Dojo website for updates. www.ikebanadojo.org

3 & 6 February 2021: Ikebana Certificate/Diploma Term 1 starts.

6 February 2021: Ikebana Dojo, Four Elements Level 2 starts.

13 & 20 February 2021: Valentine’s Day Floral Workshops

14 February 2021: Order a gift set of a flower arrangement designed by Shoso & eclairs created by Melbourne's top patissier. Eclair, Hampton. 

6 March: Ikebana Introduction - One hour all inclusive ikebana workshop for beginners.

20 March: Ikebana Introduction - One hour all inclusive ikebana workshop for beginners.

25 - 31 March 2021: Third entry period for the Ikebana Gallery Award 2021.

24 April: Ikebana Introduction - One hour all inclusive ikebana workshop for beginners. 

Monday, 25 January 2021

Ikebana Introductory Class - Melbourne

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Ikebana Introductory Class


One hour all inclusive ikebana workshop for beginners. You don't need to bring anything to class, and you will go home with a small ikebana arrangement. 

This class also provides a guidance on how to start your ikebana journey. After this workshop, you are welcome to join our ikebana certificate course. Make this healing art part of your life and find a way to live harmoniously with the natural environment.   

Venue 1: Murrumbeena, Melbourne
12:00 ~ 13:00, Saturday, 24 April 2021 - Book Now - Fully Booked
12:00 ~ 13:00, Saturday, 1 May 2021 - Book Now
12:00 ~ 13:00, Saturday, 15 May 2021 - Book Now
12:00 ~ 13:00, Saturday, 5 June 2021 - Book Now
12:00 ~ 13:00, Saturday, 19 June 2021 - Book Now
12:00 ~ 13:00, Saturday, 17 July 2021 - Book Now
12:00 ~ 13:00, Saturday, 31 July 2021 - Book Now

Venue 2: 136 Doncaster Road, Balwyn North 3014*
13:00 ~ 14:00, Friday, 23 April 2021 - Book Now
13:00 ~ 14:00, Friday, 14 May 2021 - Book Now
13:00 ~ 14:00, Friday, 4 June 2021 - Book Now
13:00 ~ 14:00, Friday, 18 June 2021 - Book Now
13:00 ~ 14:00, Friday, 16 July 2021 - Book Now
13:00 ~ 14:00, Friday, 30 July 2021 - Book Now
* Workshops in North Balway are run by Shoan Lo.

Fee: $50
Includes all materials (flower, container & florist foam) & tool hire (secateurs).

Booking: Please book at least 48 hours before the session. 

Online appointments by Smoothbook

Cancellation: You can cancel your booking up to 48 hours prior to the session. To cancel your booking, please send an email with your booking details (name & date of the class to cancel) to shososhimbo@gmail.com.
Although we do not charge a cancellation fee, the administration fees related to your booking will be deducted: Stripe (1.75% + AU$0.30), Smoothbook (1.5%) and Government taxes. You will be refunded through Stripe in accordance with their conditions.



Saturday, 9 January 2021

Valentine's Day Floral Workshops

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Does your loved one deserve more than a bunch of red roses? Create a unique and personal floral gift for your special person this Valentine's Day. 

Shoso Shimbo will show you how to apply the principles of the Japanese art of flower arranging to create a stunning Ikebana inspired floral arrangement. Shoso has been teaching Ikebana for over 30 years, and he will share his experience at these special workshops. You will receive individual guidance and feedback as you put together your own special arrangement.

Or perhaps your special person would like to experience this creative meditation for themselves. A Shoso workshop voucher is another way to show your appreciation to the one you love.

Workshop A: Valentine's Day Floral Arrangement in a ceramic container
Workshop B: Hand-tied Bouquet 

When: 
Workshop A, 2:00PM - 4:00PM, Saturday 13 February 2021 
Workshop B, 2:00PM - 4:00PM, Saturday 20 February 2021 
How Much: 
Workshop A, $250 (Include all materials and tool hire)
Workshop B, $325 (Include all materials and tool hire)

Where: Murrumbeena, Melbourne 


Booking: Please book early. There are only limited places available. Booking will close 4 days prior to the workshop. Booking Calendar (Choose the right date)

Cancellation: You can cancel your booking anytime up until 4 days prior to the workshop. If the workshops have to be cancelled due to circumstances outside our control you will receive a full refund. We don’t charge cancellation fees but financial institution fees will be deducted from your refund.

Voucher: Please request a voucher after you pay. Send an email to Shoso. We will send you a digital voucher that you can print or send to your special person. Voucher is valid for one year after the date of purchase.  

Note: The fees for Valentine's day workshops are all inclusive, but the fees for our normal ikebana course do not include materials.    

https://www.shoso.com.au 

Sunday, 20 December 2020

Ikebana Calendar

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26 December 2020: Zoom Ikebana Dojo, Pattern Level 2.

25 - 31 December 2020: Second entry period for the Ikebana Gallery Award 2021.

13 & 16 January 2021: A special term starts for Shoso’s students.  


Because this is a special time for many reasons, we added an extra term in            January 2021. Fees are either $35 per session or $75 per term (Up to 3                sessions, to be paid on the first session). New students welcome. 

Please note that the COVID related regulations that we are all so familiar with        would apply. 

Please book as we need to manage the number of students. 

You can mix Sat & Wed classes as usual. Attend 3 sessions out of 6 sessions        in January. Thank you.     


    Wednesday Class (1:00 - 2:30 pm)

    January 13, 20, 27

    Saturday Class (10:00 - 11:30 am) 

    January 16, 23, 30


    How to book & pay: three options.

  1. Book online & pay by credit card: https://cal.smoothbook.co/5fbf1b8f2bb1eb37f3bde318. You can cancel your booking by 12 January. Cancellation fee (institution fees) will apply.  
  2. Email to book & pay by bank transfer by 13 January: Bank Details - Account: Shoso Shimbo, BSB: 033-070, No. 286877 
  3. Email to book & pay cash on the first day: Please note late fee will apply if you don’t pay on the first day. 

16 January 2021: Ikebana Dojo Special Program 

17 January 2021: ISIR online conference. Free admission. 

26 January 2021: An internationally renowned ikebana master, Mr Ken Katayama will join Ikebana Dojo again as a guest facilitator. His sessions with us in August were video recorded and available on YouTube. Enjoy the sessions by one of Japan’s most popular Ikebana masters. Follow Ikebana Dojo website for updates. www.ikebanadojo.org

3 & 6 February 2021: Term 1 starts. Details will be announced shortly. Please read our new terms and conditions.  

11&12 September 2021: Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival. https://bit.ly/MelbourneIkebana


https://www.shoso.com.au 

Wednesday, 2 December 2020

Ikebana Calendar

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30 November 2020: Deadline for ikebana essay. International Society of Ikebana Research (ISIR), www.ikebana.link.


5 & 12 December 2020: Zoom Ikebana Dojo, Contrast Level 2.


19 & 26 December 2020: Zoom Ikebana Dojo, Pattern Level 2.


25 - 31 December 2020: Second entry period for the Ikebana Gallery Award 2021.


13 & 16 January 2021: A special term starts for Shoso’s students.  


16 January 2021: Ikebana Dojo Special Program 


17 January 2021: International Society of Ikebana Studies, ISIR online conference. Free admission. 


26 January 2021 (to be confirmed): An internationally renowned ikebana master, Mr Ken Katayama will join Ikebana Dojo again as a guest facilitator. His sessions with us in August were video recorded and available on YouTube. Enjoy the sessions by one of Japan’s most popular Ikebana masters. Follow Ikebana Dojo website for updates. www.ikebanadojo.org


30 January 2021: Ikebana Dojo Special Program 


3 & 6 February 2021: Term 1 starts. Details will be announced shortly. Please read our new terms and conditions.  


11&12 September 2021: Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival. https://bit.ly/MelbourneIkebana


https://www.shoso.com.au 

Monday, 16 November 2020

Wednesday, 4 November 2020

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