Ikebana Unbound
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Honoring the lineage of ikebana while making the art their own, Amanda Luu and Ivanka Matsuba of Studio Mondine show us new ways to tell stories with flowers in this beautiful guidebook.
"A modern take on a centuries-old art that’s breathtakingly simple.” —Booklist, starred review
At its heart, the Japanese art...
Published By Artisan
Format Hardback
Number Of Pages 176
Publication Date 09/15/2020
ISBN 9781579659134
Dimensions 8.25 inches x 9.5 inches
“I loved how the book gives philosophical introductions to each arrangement and explains their goals but also breaks down the step-by-step. . . . There are also great how-tos on creating support structures, choosing containers, and keeping clippings fresh.”
—Better Homes Gardens
“San Francisco florists Amanda Luu and Ivanka Matsuba give the traditional Japanese art form a California spin. Their arrangements, featuring easy-to-find blooms like tulips, are designed to be riffed on at home.”
—Martha Stewart Living
“A crash course in the ancient tradition’s major philosophies, as viewed through a modern lens. . . [It invites] readers—including forward-thinking brides-to-be—to cultivate their own sense of self-expression."
—C: California Style Magazine
“More than a list of must-have items, each named arrangement project presents a specific mood and feeling, accompanied by elegant color photographs and, often, step-by-step instructions. Arrangement containers are themselves worthy of a museum installation. . . . A modern take on a centuries-old art that’s breathtakingly simple.”
—Booklist, starred review