Shoso Shimbo @ Melbourne Flower Show

 

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show, 26 - 30 March 2025

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.

Shoso Shimbo, PhD

CEO, Wa Melbourne Ikebana Festival

https://www.shoso.com.au 

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Hiroe Swen 2025 - Ikebana by Shoso Shimbo

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

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