Japanese Ikenobo Ikebana flower Exhibition at MYHome of PARAMUS NJ
By Mel Fabrikant Saturday, November 08, 2008, 05:27 PM EST
Ikenobo Ikebana
Do not miss the one time unique Japanese Ikenobo Ikebana flower Exhibition, that will take place at MyHome, a full service remodeling specialists, located at 143 Route 4 West in Paramus, NJ. Starting Thursday 13, noon time, and last for three days only.The title for this Exhibition is "Wa in Japanese, the Harmony in English". The challenge of this exhibition will be how to harmonize Japanese flower arrangements into Western environments.
About Ikebana Arrangements:
What is Ikenobo Ikebana? The origin of Japanese flower arrangement.
The Exhibition of ikebana arrangements are as follows;Nageire and Moribana are two similar styles that place an emphasis on the natural beauty and character of the branches and flowers. They differ in that Nageire uses a tall pottery vase with a narrow mouth while Moribana utilizes a wide, shallow vase. Shoka Shofutai is using three branches or three tall flowers, representing the cosmos, which in ancient far-eastern philosophy is composed of heaven, earth, and human beings. Shoka Shimputani is adapting it for modern living spaces with three functions branches Shu, Yo and Ashirai. Free style (Jiyuka). This contemporary style is influenced by the modern art movement outside of Japan. The Rikka style was established during the Moromachi period in the fifteenth century. As one of the oldest and well known forms of Ikebana, this particular style continues to evolve, bringing nature's beauty to contemporary life.
For more information about ikebana arrangements , please contact Toshio Okimatsu, Vice president of Ikenobo Ikebana Society of New Jersey, at (973)-586-2099
About MyHome
MyHome provides everything from kitchen and bathroom renovations to new construction services. As the region’s first full-service development firm, we remove the headache of managing your project, so you can simply enjoy the home of your dreams. MyHome can also help you renovate your home with environmentally safe alternatives. From low-voc paints to complete geothermal energy solutions.
For more information about MyHome please contact Avia Blum at 201.447.6666 or log on to www.myhomeus.com or just visit our showroom and design center on 143 Route 4 West in Paramus, NJ .
