Ikebana is not merely about creating designs—it is an invitation to meditate on the invisible energy of life.
Each Ikebana work is a metaphor for the essence of nature.
In this piece, I sought to capture Monet’s magical use of color, applying it to organic materials to create a sculptural form that feels alive.
The Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival aims to deepen the understanding of Ikebana, highlighting its potential as both a therapeutic and environmental art form.
Our next festival will be held at Abbotsford Convent on 29 & 30 August 2026.
This video features renowned ceramic artist Hiroe Swen reflecting on her long and distinguished career as a ceramic artist in Canberra, Australia. She shares insights into her artistic journey and creative philosophy.https://hiroeswenceramicart.org/The Art of Hiroe Swen – Final Exhibition
Dates: March 29 – April 5, 2025
Location: Malvern Artists’ Society Gallery, 1297 High Street, Malvern, Victoria
Gallery Hours: Open daily from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Additional Information:
Online Exhibition Catalogue: Available from March 19 until the end of April 2025
More Details: Skepsi Gallery – https://www.skepsigallery.com.au/2025
Additionally, the video showcases Ikebana works by Shoso Shimbo, incorporating Hiroe Swen’s ceramic pieces. Shoso is planning to publish a photo book featuring Ikebana arrangements inspired by Hiroe’s artworks in the near future.
https://www.shoso.com.au
What kind of ikebana are you eager to see? We're reaching out to ikebana practitioners globally, inviting them to craft unique arrangements based on your requests, showcased in our online exhibition, Hanadayori 2023. A warm welcome to our diverse community of international ikebana artists! Let's spread the beauty of ikebana far and wide.
We extend our sincere gratitude for your valuable contribution, showcasing ikebana's profound beauty and power to a wider audience. Your patience during the postponements is truly appreciated.
As we unveil Hanadayori 2023 Part 1 & 2, we are deeply moved by ikebana artists' genuine and respectful expressions towards viewers and those who made special requests. Our aspiration for Hanadayori was to foster a meaningful, even spiritual connection between artists and viewers, and we are thrilled to see this vision come to life in Hanadayori 2023. The project underscores that ikebana's essence lies in developing the skill to quietly speak to the soul of others through meditation on nature.
Looking ahead, we are actively working on the launch of the Hanadayori 2023 photobook. A sneak peek of the front cover is attached. We anticipate commencing the photobook sale by the end of 2023. While we aim to include all the remarkable works received, the final selection may be influenced by the quality of the photos.
Proceeds from the photobook sales will be allocated towards production costs, and any surplus (though unlikely) will contribute to the ongoing expenses of the Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival.
Once again, we sincerely thank you for your cooperation in making this project an integral part of the Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival. We look forward to your participation in Hanadayori 2025 and our exhibition at the festival in September 2024.
Special appreciation goes to our dedicated volunteer team and the generous support from our major sponsor, Metascent. They have crafted the Hanadayori collection, a new set of perfumes, appreciating the spirit and significance of our Hanadayori project.
Thank you for being a crucial part of the Hanadayori journey.
Hanadayori 2023 Part 1＆2を拝見し、いけばなアーティストの皆さまが鑑賞者、特にリクエストをされた方々に対し、真摯で敬意に満ちた態度で対応されていることに感銘を受けました。Hanadayoriプロジェクトがアーティストと鑑賞者との間により深い、ひいては精神的なつながりをも生み出せることを願っていましたが、この願いが叶えられたことを嬉しく思います。Hanadayori 2023は、いけばなのひとつの目標が、自然を瞑想することを通じ、他者の魂に静かに語りかけるスキルを育てることであることを明確に示しています。
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