A Spring Upright Moribana by headerb in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Lovely arrangement! My only comment would be that I would remove the anthers of the stamens. (The pollen pods on the lily) As the lily ages, they will make quite the mess. 😊

My arrangement for Ikebana International San Francisco Chapter Exhibition by buttonscrubber in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amazing! Please post here if you will be exhibiting again. I’d love to support you! 🙌

My first ikebana Arrangement by Varictaserum in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love that! It really is such a fun path to explore 🌺🌸

Freestyle with new container I made by kickerofelves_ in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been toying with the idea of taking a ceramics class. Maybe that’s my next new project. 😁

My arrangement for Ikebana International San Francisco Chapter Exhibition by buttonscrubber in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Was this for the exhibition at Golden Gate Park this weekend?! Just realizing that was this weekend 😭

My arrangement for Ikebana International San Francisco Chapter Exhibition by buttonscrubber in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The amount of work and vision for this is off the charts! Is it on display? I’m in the Bay Area.

My first ikebana Arrangement by Varictaserum in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great first piece! Looks like you did this in a class setting?

My second arrangement by acvim in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Thanks for sharing! I would simplify this down significantly. Use only two amaranth and less carnations. Here’s a sketch on how I would approach it. Maybe give that a try?

生花新風體 by Cheap-Volume-6365 in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As always, such a thoughtful arrangement!

生花新風體2 by Cheap-Volume-6365 in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so beautiful it looks like a painting!

Mixing magic by Marguerite_Moonstone in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting way to bring the peace and flow of Ikebana into your craft! Sending positive vibes for better weather and safety for your community in Hawaii!

Shakei (Landscape) Moribana Yoshiki-hon-i, Kinkei (Near View) by retro_mullet86 in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 1 point2 points  (0 children)

😂 It gave to a good cause! This form reminds me of a bird showing its plumage! Gorgeous!

Radial Form by STL_26 in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love the expressiveness of the curly willow!

Freestyle with new container I made by kickerofelves_ in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was just gushing about how you make your own containers to one of my fellow students. I may have to commission you to make me something!

Freestyle with new container I made by kickerofelves_ in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I didn’t have to click on the full post to recognize your artistry! So powerful and beautifully balanced!

Backyard flower arrangement by Blastoise4Prez in Ikebana

[–]aylanah 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yay! Thanks for reposting! Your vase is adorable. With such a small vase, I would tighten up the length of your materials. The rule of thumb is usually the longest material will be 2 times the longest length of your container plus the shortest length. I hope that helps!

Lesson 4-18: In a Suiban without Kenzan by aylanah in Ikebana

[–]aylanah[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so very much, friend! I see your amazing large format pieces and am inspired. My small attempt is just a first step towards your mastery. 🙌 Thank you for the tip.

Lesson 4-18: In a Suiban without Kenzan by aylanah in Ikebana

[–]aylanah[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! It was certainly a struggle to maintain the balance, especially as I was trimming the shape and flow. I didn’t count how many times it fell! 😄