Try It! Sogetsu Ikebana

Give Ikebana a try with this low-cost, introductory class.

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Sat., Jul. 19, 2025 | 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost $25 per member, $40 per nonmember
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Discover Ikebana, the elegant art of Japanese flower arranging!

Sogetsu is a modern style of Ikebana that emphasizes the ability of anyone to arrange flowers, anywhere, and with any materials. The program will begin with a presentation on the Sogetsu School and a demonstration from a local Ikebana artist. Following the presentation, participants will have a chance to try it themselves with guidance from the artist.

This try-it style class is perfect for curious beginners, who may want to experience a new hobby before investing in all the required supplies. All materials will be provided to borrow during the class. Participants are welcome to take home the flowers from their deconstructed arrangement following the program.

Age: Adult

Time: 1:30 – 4 p.m.

Location: Cleveland Botanical Garden

Try It! Sogetsu Ikebana
Saturday, July 19, 2025
1:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Price: $25 per member, $40 per nonmember

Shoko Otsuka Morton

Shoko Otsuka Morton was born in Japan, Akita Prefecture, and moved to Tokyo to attend college. A year after graduating, she began taking Sogetsu Ikebana classes and attended almost every Friday after work. She received a freshman award at the Sogetsu Annual Exhibition in Tokyo. After moving to America, she continued to study with her teacher because there was no Sogetsu instructor in Cleveland. Morton is a member of the Sogetsu Teachers Association and the Cleveland Chapter of Ikebana International. She has done workshops in Cleveland, Columbus and Pittsburgh. Her arrangements have been displayed at Cleveland Botanical Garden and at Shaker Heights Public Library with students. She has taught at the Beachwood Apartments and has fun learning alongside her students.

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