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                                                  Atlanta Ichiyo Class

Ikebana, the ancient art of Japanese flower arranging, has captured attention throughout the world with its graceful lines and pleasing forms. It's artistic activity is highly valued by those involved in the practice as it stimulates a creativity and encourages freedom of expression within disciplined framework. Washi Accents is proud to offer Ichiyo style ikebana class through master teacher, Elaine Jo.

Arrangements by Elaine Jo

She studied ikebana first with Keiko Shimojima, Vice-Headmaster, and then with Meikof Kasuya, Co-founder and former Headmaster of the Ichiyo School, and with Akihiro Kasuya, present Headmaster.  She has travelled extensively in the United States giving workshops and demonstrations.  She holds an Executive Master Degree.  Currently she holds regular classes at Hastings Garden Center (featured in Atlanta Style and Design Magazine, October 2008)  Her teaching schedule also includes an annual well attended three day retreat for her students.

Elaine lived in Japan from 1959-63, 1968-89.  From 1994 until 2006 she was Director of the Ichiyo Art Center, Atlanta.  Her work has been published both in Japan and the U.S.  She was guest demonstrator on the Lynette Jennings television show and she displayed at Coca Cola Headquarters in Atlanta.  She currently has numerous continuous installations at MF Sushi, Buckhead, also in Atlanta.

Ikebana Installation in Homes and Business Establishments

We provide ikebana installation services for people who appreciate the unique beauty of this style of floral art and would like to have it in their environment.  This includes designs for the home or for institutions and business establishments.  Please e-mail us for additional information.

Ongoing Ichiyo Ikebana Class:

Teacher: Elaine Jo, Executive Master

Mondays: 9:30a.m. - 12:00p.m.    Cost: $220 - 10 lessons .

   Place: Hastings Nature & Garden Center,  3920 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

     For registration/information please call Elaine Jo, 800-535-2263.

Introductory Ikebana, Ichiyo Style, at Atlanta Botanical Garden

Thursdays:  February 19 - March 12, 2009     6:30p.m. - 8:30p.m.

Instructors: Elaine Jo, Executive Master, Ichiyo School of Ikebana

                 Bianca Lee, Certified Ichiyo Instructor

Course Fee: $130 (Members $115), plus a one-time $40 fee to the instructors for floral material

      Registration Deadline: February 16, 2009   Phone 404-876-5859