Ikebana Chabana Japanese Flower Arrangement Class
Sunday, August 16, 2026
2:00 PM- 3:30 PM
Instructor: Irene Gomulka
Class size is limited. Please sign up before Friday, August 14 by 12 PM.
Let’s have some fun with Ikebana and make a traditional Japanese Chabana or tea ceremony type of Ikebana floral arrangement. In this Ikebana floral class you will make an arrangement which express simplicity, seasonality, movement, wabi-sabi and harmony, which are all unique and important qualities of Ikebana.
You will also be introduced to the history of Ikebana, which is over 500 years old and the traditional tools used to create these elegant Ikebana arrangements, which is still enjoyed by people all over the world.
All plant materials and a Chabana ceramic vase will be provided.
Please bring scissors to use in this class.
Children 12 and older are welcome to attend when accompanied by a parent - both must purchase tickets.
Irene Gomulka has given numerous demonstrations and taught Ikebana classes at the Mennello Museum, Epcot, multiple Garden Clubs and teaches ongoing workshops. Irene is a licensed instructor in the Sogetsu School of Ikebana from Japan. She is the Chairperson of the Sogetsu Orlando Study Group. Irene is a recent recipient of the Ikebana Iwaya Fund’s Memorial Teaching Scholarship.
Participants must withdraw from classes at least 5 days prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund or credit. If we must cancel a class, we will make every effort to inform you prior to the class time, and you will receive a full refund or credit.
Only those registered for the class will be permitted to participate. Childcare services are not provided.
Photo Description -- An earthy brown and copper color raku style vase with a colorful flower and a green leaf or fern.