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Ikebana Videos
More than 200 DIY arrangements!
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Ilse's ikebana channel inspires teachers, advanced and starting ikebanists. But is it something for you?
- You want to progress in your ikebana journey but are stuck.
- You are looking for a feasible idea to organize your next workshop.
- You want to brush up on your techniques quickly.
- You want to check if you understand the diagrams for the main stems' placements.
- You've spent time and effort remembering how exactly specific techniques worked.
- You want to know more about the background and principles of ikebana.
If one of the above resonates with you, the 200 high-quality videos explaining techniques, principles, and inspiring ideas for arrangements, will help you progress in your ikebana journey. Moreover, every week Ilse publishes a new video.
CHECK OUT THE TRAILER OF ONE OF THE VIDEO MODULES BELOW
TRAILER: How to arrange in large and irregular vases?
At the beginning of your ikebana journey, you start with easy-to-use vases. But along the way, you gather vases with interesting and irregular shapes. It is more challenging to arrange in these vases, and the basic fixation techniques don't always work.
This module covers techniques to arrange in tsubo vases, irregular vases, and big pots. We will also learn how you can fixate heavy branches.
What will you get?
- Detailed explanations and high-quality close-ups of techniques
- In-depth answers to the why and how of the ikebana designs
- Plenty of ideas for you or your students
- +200 DIY videos to make simple and more advanced arrangements organized in thematic modules.
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Learn about plants and match the arrangements with the four seasons.
Reviews by our members
Read here the reviews of some of our members.
Louise Worner
Sogetsu Ikebana Teacher
"Ilse is a creative and passionate Sogetsu ikebana teacher. Her extensive experience, and clear explanations make her a wonderful teacher for both beginner and experienced ikebanaists. Ilse teaches face-to-face classes in her atelier, as well as weekly e-courses. Ilse's e-courses are a great way for anyone living outside of Belgium to follow her classes and learn a creative approach to ikebana."
Mary Pearson,
Sogetsu Ikebana Teacher
"Continuing development is important and Ilse’s lessons have added an extra dimension to my ikebana studies. The topics are well presented with clear explanations, sharing tips and techniques – both informative and enjoyable."
Your Instructor
ILSE BEUNEN
Ilse Beunen is an Ikebana teacher for more than 30 years. She fell in love with Ikebana during her 11 years stay in Japan where she mastered the art of Sogetsu Ikebana. She shares her ikebana adventures and creations on her Facebook page with more than 24.000 followers, and in her weekly newsletter, delivered to more than 20.000 readers.
She is passionate about Ikebana and started an online video channel to spread ikebana teachings and philosophy, which is so much more than putting flowers in a vase. Currently, other teachers are following her international workshops and online courses.
Ilse is the former chairperson of the Sogetsu Ikebana Studygroup in Belgium and was awarded the Sogetsu 90th Anniversary Commemorative Overseas Akane Teshigahara Award for her studies and efforts to widen the knowledge of ikebana. She is also the author of two ikebana books, "Exploring Ikebana" and "Inspiring Ikebana".
Example Video
Expressing your emotions
The videos are organized in modules. Autumn, Summer, Fun with leaves, Unusual shapes, are some examples of modules. Every module has 4 to 6 arrangements. The video below is the trailer for the module on expressing your emotions.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I get access?
You will get access from the moment you subscribe. We will email you a username and password.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
You can cancel anytime. For the monthly subscription you can cancel monthly. If you have chosen the yearly subscription you got a reduction of 20%. And you can cancel yearly.
I never did any ikebana. Is a membership interesting for me?
Yes, it is. There are courses for all levels from beginners to advanced. If you feel lost in all the different modules, just let us know and we put you on the right track.
I am already a student with a local teacher. Are these courses interesting for me?
We certainly think so. It is a great tool to review techniques and arrangements you have learned with your teacher at home. If you do not have a local teacher yet, we recommend looking for one. It will help you to learn faster.
Can I watch the classes everywhere?
You can watch the classes on mobile devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers, but you will need an internet connection.
How long do I have access to the course?
After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you subscribe and across all devices you own. You will also have access to courses which we will post in the future.
Will you post new videos and classes?
We will be posting new classes regularly. In average I publish a new course with about 4 lessons every month.
Can I get certificates following your class?
If you want to get certificates or advance as a teacher, you will also need to follow classes with a licensed teacher. I can help you find one in your neighborhood. If you cannot find one, you are welcome at my international classes which I regularly organize.
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