Ikebana Newsletter Melbourne
August 2023
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1. Events Calendar
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July 2024: A Collaboration Project between Shoso & Hiroe Swen.
17 July 2024: Ikebana Workshop at Beleura, Mornington
3 August 2024: New Term for our Certificate Course
10 August 2024: Ikebana Introduction Workshop https://bit.ly/IkebanaIntro
10 August 2024: Monthly Ikebana Challenge, Zoom Ikebana Dojo
11 August 2024: Ikebana Workshop at Glen Eira Art Gallery.
5 - 8 September 2024: Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival.
7 September 2024: Hanadayori Night: Ikebana Performance by Shoso Shimbo Accompanied by Slava Grigoryan (guitar), Melbourne Recital Centre.
14 September 2024: Monthly Ikebana Challenge, Zoom Ikebana Dojo
14 September 2024: Ikebana Aesthetics Program Level 3 - Beyond Design Principles, Ikebana Dojo.
12 October 2024: Ikebana Introduction Workshop https://bit.ly/IkebanaIntro
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2. Class Dates Term 3, 2024
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Note: There are some changes!
Wednesday Class (1:00 - 2:30 pm)
7 August - Nageire Practice
14, 21, 28 August
11, 18 September
16, 23 October
Wednesday Class (7:00 - 8:30 pm)
7 August - Nageire Practice
14, 21, 28 August
11, 18 September
16, 23 October
Saturday Class (10:00 - 11:30 am)
3 August - Nageire Practice
10, 17, 24, 31 August
14, 21 September
12 October
Course Fees
- $40 per session or
- $200 per term (up to 8 sessions) or
- $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 & late fees. 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.
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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
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: Apply to Exhibit (ikebana artists & ceramic artists)
b: Book Tickets
c. 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/
Mr. Oshun Tsukagoshi is going 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/
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7. Ikebana Dojo - Online Courses - Book Now
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Ikebana Dojo Level 3 - Starting from September 2024.
Details & Booking: http://www.ikebanadojo.org
Note: All welcome. Now you can watch many of our video tutorials for free. Subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Monthly Ikebana Challenge & 1000 Ikebana Challenge
All welcome. About Zoom Ikebana Dojo.
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8. Ikebana Gallery Award 2024
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The International Society of Ikebana Research (ISIR) is now an official partner of the Ikebana Gallery Award.
https://www.facebook.com/IkebanaGallery
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9. International Society of Ikebana Research (ISIR)
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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
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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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YouTube Video - Autumn Arrangement. https://www.shoso.com.au/2024/05/shoso-autumn-2024-tsuwabuki.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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2024a. The Way of Ikebana (Translation), a chapter from “Hana ni ikiru hitotachi e” (1967) by Suido Yamane. International Journal of Ikebana Studies, 11, 31-34. https://doi.org/10.57290/ikebana.11.0_31
2024b. いけ花と環境倫理 International Journal of Ikebana Studies, 11, 26-30 https://doi.org/10.57290/ikebana.11.0_26
2024c. Art of Meditation: Attitudes to Nature in Japanese Gardens and Ikebana, Garland Magazine 35, Launch - 24 June 2024.
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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Entries opened. Australia Ikebana Container Award & Exhibition. Internationally renowned Hiroe Swen is 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
Murrumbeena Melbourne
Wa: Melbourne Ikebana Festival
