Ikebana:Japanese Flower Arranging, Session 1 CEXTN22-202540

 

Saturdays, 2/22-3/22/2025, 10:00am-1:00pm

Location: City College of San Francisco, Ocean Campus
50 Frida Kahlo Way, San Francisco
Room EH/F 1
The Horticulture/Floristry building is located at the north end of campus on the 300 block of Judson, between Gennessee & Foerster

Instructor: Rachel Johnson

For five weeks, this enjoyable class will introduce you to the basics of Sogetsu Ikebana - the most innovative of Japanese floral design schools. Using a variety of plant and flower materials you will explore the dynamic use of line, mass and color. You will also learn many skills for bending, cutting and conditioning different branches and flowers. Ikebana deepens your appreciation of all plant materials, and offers a unique medium for self-expression through flowers. Continuing and advanced students also welcome. Come to the first class prepared to make an arrangement. For the first time student and on only the first session, the instructor will provide materials. NO PREREQUISITE

 

Each class includes a demonstration, practice time for your own work with assistance as needed, and an instructor-led review of all designs. Students bring their own flower and plant materials, and can apply for access to shop at the San Francisco Flower Market.

 

Some equipment is available for in-class use only. If you wish to purchase your own, the instructor will help you. Bring hasami or flower shears if you have them. 

 

Returning Students: Once the class is full you can still enroll as long as you bring your own equipment- please email us at ccsf.extension@ccsf.edu for more information.

Materials:

Hasami (flower scissors$35 ) and textbook $30) are required and available the first class. Students bring their own floral materials each week, and can apply for access to the San Francisco Flower Market.

Instructor Bio:

Rachel Johnson is a versatile Sogetsu instructor with over 20 years ikebana practice. In addition to in-depth classes, she enjoys introducing ikebana to a wide range of groups including family, social, school and professional settings. Rachel is the Ikebana committee coordinator for the Asian Art Museum, she exhibits at Bouquets to Art, and gives demonstrations in the SF Bay Area. She also designs professionally for home, business and special events.

image credit: Rachel Johnson

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