Join us for an extraordinary Ikebana workshop in one of Southern California's most beautiful hidden gems - the historic Hortense Miller Garden in Laguna Beach.
A Unique Setting
The Hortense Miller Garden is a 2.5-acre hillside garden with stunning ocean views and over 1,000 species of plants. This natural paradise provides the perfect inspiration for creating beautiful Ikebana arrangements.
Workshop Experience
- Garden Tour: Begin with a guided walk through the garden
- Material Gathering: Learn to select appropriate branches and foliage
- Workshop Session: Create your arrangement with garden-sourced materials
- Reflection Time: Enjoy your creation while overlooking the Pacific Ocean
What You'll Learn
- How to observe and select natural materials
- Garden-inspired Ikebana principles
- Working with California native plants
- Adapting traditional techniques to local flora
Workshop Details
Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: $95 per person
Includes: Garden admission, all materials, container, and refreshments
Location
Hortense Miller Garden
22511 Allview Terrace
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Important Information
- Limited to 12 participants
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended
- Garden is on a hillside with stairs and uneven paths
- Parking is limited; carpooling encouraged
This workshop combines the best of both worlds - botanical education and artistic expression in a breathtaking natural setting.
Registration:
Visit: www.hortensemillergarden.org
Email: vbrinkers@gmail.com