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The art of Ikebana unfolds
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Ikebana is not merely placing flowers in vase. Flowers turn into sculptures when the rules of Ikebana are followed, not only because of the beautiful blooms but because of the proportions, scale and balance of the arrangement. Arrangers are encouraged to work in silence, in harmony with nature, using its bounty to create works of art. It is a spiritual, meditative exercise which calms and relaxes both body and mind.
Blossoms of Hope 2015, an exhibition of floral art by the talented and creative members of the Sri Lanka Chapter of the Ikebana Society of Sri Lanka will be held for the fifth consecutive year on October 10 and 11 at the Ramada Hotel from 10.30 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Patron of the Sri Lanka Chapter, the Ambassador of Japan in Sri Lanka will be the Chief Guest and Christopher Lim, Advisor to the Sri Lanka Chapter, master arranger and trainer who is the youngest to hold the highest qualification -Riji in the art of Ikebana will be in Sri Lanka to participate and exhibit his creations. Lim will hold a demonstration of Ikebana at 5 p.m. on the 10th evening.
Proceeds from this event will be used to purchase drugs for poor children afflicted with cancer.