- Tips on how to select flowers and foliage, choose a vessel to harmonize with the available light in and design of your spaces, and more
- Inspiration to utilize the beauty of a flower's many stages, the imperfections of leaves and branches, and the design potential in old and unusual vases
- A sense of connectedness to the seasons of the year and how to translate that into seasonal arrangements using found and foraged foliage
- An appreciation for simple and imperfect components and a slow, mindful approach to arranging your flowers
Ueno's unique approach makes it clear that you don't need special training, expensive equipment or store-bought flowers to create beautiful arrangements. All you need is an open mind, a sense of awareness--and a good set of clippers--to create Ikebana that are truly unique, expressive and uplifting. The Zen art of flower arranging is now accessible to everyone!