Ikebana Essentials: Discover the Art of Japanese Flower Arrangement by Toyomi Sobue

Friday, March 28, 2025

Skylight Gallery

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Admission:

$60 (General)

$50 (Students/Seniors) 

The Charles B. Wang Center is proud to again offer a series of ikebana workshops led by Toyomi Sobue. These hands-on sessions invite participants to explore the fundamental principles and techniques of ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement. Designed for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners, these workshops provide a serene and creative space to delve into this timeless art form.

Each session includes all necessary materials, enabling participants to craft their own unique floral arrangements to take home. Guided by Toyomi Sobue’s expertise, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the elegance, simplicity, and mindfulness inherent in ikebana. Perfect for those seeking to explore new artistic expressions or unwind in a peaceful environment, this workshop series offers an opportunity to infuse your life with the beauty of floral artistry.

Join us regularly to nurture your creativity and bring a touch of Japanese elegance to your surroundings!

About the presenter

Toyomi Sobue was born and raised in Nagoya, Japan, and started practicing ikebana while she was in college. She subsequently became a certified ikebana instructor. Sobue moved to New York in 1990 and has been spreading Japanese culture in the New York area ever since. In 2007, Soube founded the Long Island Japanese Culture Center (www.lijcc.org) in Port Washington to introduce Japanese culture to both Americans and Japanese. She offers ikebana and Japanese tea ceremony workshops in many colleges and special events.