Ikebana Demonstration (Japanese Flower Arrangement)

Old and new Ikebana friends, Austin Ikebana Group is inviting potential members to join its March event. Ms. Alisan Clarke will be demonstrating Japanese flower arrangements focusing on hanging baskets and using support branches in tall arrangements. This event is free to the public (adult only) and open to attend as guest observers (no flower materials provided). With limited seats in the Auditorium, pre-registration is required. Please email to austinikebanagroup@gmail.com to RSVP.

Alisan Clarke is an experienced floral designer and teacher, with a background concentrated in the study of Ikenobo, the oldest and most traditional style of Ikebana. She spent three years studying it in Japan from 1960 – 1963 and received her teacher certificate at the end of her studies. Alisan has taught floral design in various locations, including the USA, Turkey, and Germany. Her teaching experience ranges from show judges to florist to university students, having taught on the UT Austin campus as well as in her own studio classes. With art and flowers being a consistent part of her life, Alisan brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her craft.