The Way of Flowers: Mindful Ikebana for Autumn

cost: $40 + $15 flower material fee

email: info@oloacupuncture.com to register

Join us as we explore ikebana, the Asian art of flower arrangement, as a contemplative dharma mindfulness practice to invite art in everyday life.

“I don’t think you learn dharma art, you discover it; and you do not teach dharma art, but you set up an environment so it can be discovered” -- Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche

For all skill levels, no artistic experience required

What you will take away from this :

• Learn how to connect with the qi (life force energy) of a flower, and invite it’s wisdom into your home and meditation practice

• Instructional demonstration on how to create an ikebana arrangement, interwoven with contemplative dharma art, Buddhist, and Taoist teachings

• Participants are invited to create their own flower arrangement in class (equipment provided)

• Practical learning and tips on ikebana equipment, where to purchase, and how to use (equipment can also be purchased to take home)

• A greater awareness of nature, your environment and the world of flowers

• Connection with other people that love flowers and contemplative arts