Ikebana exhibit “Gardens in the Galleries” at Tucson Museum of Art, April 6 to 8, 2018

photo courtesy of Patricia Deridder

“The Tucson Museum of Art is pleased to announce a three-day special exhibition, Garden in the Galleries, presenting ikebana flower arrangements located throughout the museum’s art galleries. Ikebana, or “living flowers,” is a Japanese ancient art dating back to the 7th century when offerings of flowers were made at altars. By the 16th century, this art form became integrated into Buddhist and Shinto religions. Over the centuries, ikebana has grown into 1000 schools and can be practiced by anyone interested in learning the discipline. Based on strict ideas of shape, line, and form found in nature, ikebana strives for balance and harmony. Blooms, stems, and leaves each play an important role, representing heaven, earth, and humanity.

Different schools and styles of ikebana are represented in this exhibition, integrated within the permanent collection galleries. During the run of the exhibition, artists will share their knowledge of this unique art form by offering demonstrations of how to make the arrangements. Lectures related to ikebana, Japanese culture, and hands-on activities will also take place throughout the weekend.”

Opening preview party on April 6, from 6 to 9 p.m. $60 with performances by Odaiko Sonora, sushi + sake + beer.

Saturday April 7:
11:00 am – Ikebana demonstrations with Ping Wei
2:00 pm – Join Dr. Takashi Miura for a lecture about Buddhist aesthetics focusing on Japanese art and ikebana.

Sunday April 8:
All Day – art-making with TMALearn!, part of Second Sundaze: Family Day @ TMA.

Mixed media Cherry Blossoms in the Margaret E. Mooney Hall
Japanese inspired fans in the Sculpture Garden
Fish Windsocks in the Creative Space

11:00 am – Origami classes
2:00 pm – Woodworking demonstration with Patricia Reddemann

Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave. Open 10 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays to Sundays

www.tucsonmuseumofart.org

2 thoughts on “Ikebana exhibit “Gardens in the Galleries” at Tucson Museum of Art, April 6 to 8, 2018

  1. Is the ikebana exhibit open on Sunday, April 8th? And if so, until what time?

    The announcement (above) states that the TMA is open Mon. To Sat.

    I would like to visit the ikebana exhibit on Sunday after Cyclovia, or in between.

    Please let me know.
    thank you,
    Neshama

    Neshama Stern

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