 Faye's Arrangement |
 Faye Conti (left) - Debbie Keyser (right) |
ikebana - Faye Conti |
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The Japanese art of flower arrangement, also known as kadō ( the "way of flowers").More than simply putting flowers in a container, ikebana is a disciplined art form in which nature and humanity are brought together. Contrary to the idea of floral arrangement as a collection of particolored or multicolored arrangement of blooms, ikebana often emphasizes other areas of the plant, such as its stems and leaves, and draws emphasis toward shape, line, and form.The spiritual aspect of ikebana is considered very important. Silence is a must during practices of ikebana. It is a time to appreciate things in nature that people often overlook because of their busy lives. One becomes more patient and tolerant of differences, not only in nature, but also in general. Ikebana can inspire one to identify with beauty in all art forms. This is also the time when one feels closeness to nature which provides relaxation for the mind, body, and soul. 2011 Ikebana Annual Exhibition held in Orlando in March
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Faye's Arrangement |
Faye Conti (left) - Debbie Keyser (right) |
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