Ikebana International Melbourne: Annual Exhibition

16 Sep 2023 ‐

17 Sep 2023

10:30 am ‐ 4:30 pm

Demonstations
$25 Adult
$20 Concession
$15 NTV Members

Open House
$15 Adult
$12 concession
Free for NTV Members

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Sat 16 & Sun 17 September 2023

10.30am - 4.00pm

Labassa Mansion, Caulfield North
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The Ikebana International Melbourne Annual Exhibition, a celebration of Japanese traditional floral art, is coming to Labassa over two days in September 2023.

The Ikebana International Melbourne Annual Exhibition is an opportunity to learn more about Japanese traditional floral art. Come and enjoy over 30 beautiful displays, Ikebana demonstrations, heritage tours finding out more about Labassa’s unique Japanese influences. This year’s Ikebana theme is Sustainable and Local celebrating the sustainable practice of this unique art form. 

In 2023, Ikebana International Melbourne celebrated 64 years of teaching and exhibiting Ikebana in Melbourne. The Chapter represent the Ikebana Schools of: Ikenobo; Ichiyo School of Ikebana; Shogetsu koryu School of Ikebana; Sogetsu School; Ohara School of Ikebana; Wafu Teshigahara School of Ikebana. 

Be sure to book your place for the demonstrations and open day as places are limited.  

Labassa is a signature property of The National Trust of Australia (Victoria), the leading heritage and conservation organisation in the state. The NTV is an independent non-profit organisation, supported by a large community and member base and is committed to conserving and protecting Victoria’s heritage for future generations to enjoy. 

Information for Attendees
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your demonstration time.
  • Pre-bookings are highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
  • Bottled water only may be consumed in the house.
  • Stilettos are not permitted to be worn inside of Labassa mansion.
  • Visitors are not permitted to park in Manor Grove.

Event Program

Opening & Demonstration - Morning Session

Opening & Demonstration - Morning Session

Saturday 16 September, 10am - 1pm (Demonstration at 11am)

Ikebana is a revered cultural art practice originating in Japan. Join Lucy Papas, a teacher from the Sogetsu School of Ikebana, as she demonstrates five different arrangements with florals and foliage. The demonstration will be guided by the principles of sustainability using local seasonal materials.  

 

The Sogetsu School is one of the largest of many schools established in Japan. Its principles encourage development of personal style and place a strong emphasis upon creative, contemporary interpretation. 

 

Attendees will also be able to tour the Mansion.

 

Tickets:
$25 Adult
$20 Concession
$15 NTV members & Ikebana Members

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Opening & Demonstration - Afternoon Session

Opening & Demonstration - Afternoon Session

Saturday 16 September, 1pm – 4pm (Demonstration at 2pm)

Learn about the guiding principles of Ikebana with Lucy Papas, a teacher from Sogetsu School of Ikebana, as she demonstrates five ways to style vegetables. Following the guiding principles of this ancient cultural art form, the Sogetsu school brings a modern lens to this ancient art form.  

 

Attendees will also be able to tour the Mansion.

 

Tickets:
$25 Adult
$20 Concession
$15 NTV members & Ikebana Members

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Labassa Open House

Labassa Open House

Sunday 17 September, 10.30am - 4.00pm

Labassa’s ornately crafted and opulent interiors include Japanese-inspired embossed wallpapers, ebonised furniture, tiles and stained glass.

Wander the house or join a guided tour all the while enjoying stunning Ikebana arrangements, and learn more about Labassa’s unique Japanese influences.

 

Tickets:
$15 Adult
$12 concession
Free for NTV Members

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Floral arrangements, alongside other botanical decorations, will recreate the atmosphere of ‘rustic adornment’ and verdant abundance.

 

National Trust curators are collaborating with florists and students to develop the installation and explore sustainable approaches to floristry, including a sustainable floristry demonstrations.  

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Sustainability Statement

Ikebana, a cultural art of Japan, has always been a sustainable art form

Vases are reused and shared by members over both the vase and a member’s lifetime. Used vases are then gifted or sold to new Ikebana enthusiasts.  

Ikebana practitioners learn fixing techniques that include kenzans (heavy weighted holders) that are reused endlessly. Other fixing techniques use natural plant material within a vase to hold the arrangement in the correct position. Ikebana does not use floral foam.   

For this year’s Exhibition, our exhibitors have used and reused found material from gardens. The flowers have been grown locally.  

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