Kawana visited Australia to help present a class covering the various techniques he uses to construct such works of art.
The arrangement master used plants and flowers typical to Australia while completing the arrangements.
The expert explained that while flower arranging is practiced throughout the world, Japan treats it as fine art.
During his recent class in Australia, Kawana used wires and other materials to make his arrangement seem to be blowing in the wind. He used the same artistic medium later to shape willow branches to interpret the movement and appearance of raindrops.
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The flower arrangement master also embraces plants around the year. Just because flowers aren’t blooming during the cold winter months doesn’t mean that he won’t find materials to make his arrangements. Kawana even said that branches lacking leaves or blooms are more attractive, their bareness emphasizing their unique shapes and curves.
Perhaps one of Kawana’s biggest trademarks is to adhere to principles of minimalism. He doesn’t overload his arrangements with flowers and branches. Instead, his designs are sparse with pops of color — much like real nature.
Flower arranging is much more than simply placing cuts of flowers in a vase. Sign up for a flower arrangement class today to explore this accessible and rewarding art form. Personalized class sessions will address your specific interests in flower arranging, including crafting the perfect centerpieces for your special events, making modern and beautiful bouquets, and much more.