{"product_id":"sogetsu-study-class","title":"Sogetsu Study Class","description":"\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration Eligibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class is designed for students who have some previous introductory experience creating ikebana and are interested in ongoing study through the Sogetsu School of Ikebana curriculum. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is not appropriate for absolute beginners or as a trial class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevious experience may include completing an introductory class such as our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wideislandstudio.com\/products\/intro-to-ikebana-materials\"\u003eIntroduction to Ikebana\u003c\/a\u003e class,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or equivalent experience studying or practicing ikebana elsewhere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudents must also have and use the required \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSogetsu School of Ikebana textbooks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for this class. Textbooks can be purchased directly from the Sogetsu School through \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shopsogetsu.com\/en\/collections\/%E6%9B%B8%E7%B1%8D\"\u003etheir website\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease make sure you meet these requirements before registering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If you are completely new to ikebana, please start with one of my \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to Ikebana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e classes. You can also \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eemail me at connect@wideislandstudio.com if you have any questions about classes that are appropriate for your experience level. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you register without meeting the requirements, your registration may be cancelled and refunded, minus any payment processing fees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class supports students in deepening their ikebana practice through the Sogetsu School curriculum. Using the official Sogetsu textbooks as a guide, students progress at their own pace, working on approximately 1–2 arrangements per class. Each 2-hour session combines individual instruction with the opportunity to learn and exchange ideas alongside other students. Come prepared with the materials needed for the lessons you plan to complete. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing for Class \u0026amp; Required Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause you will be progressing through the curriculum at your own pace, you may be working on a different lesson or arrangement than other students. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review the lessons you plan to complete before class and come prepared with the materials you will need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease bring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired Sogetsu School textbooks;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant materials needed for the arrangements you plan to work on;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainers needed for the arrangements you plan to work on;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKenzan (pin frog);\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHasami (flower scissors);\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA classroom set of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econtainers, kenzan, and hasami\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is also available to borrow during class if needed. Students should plan to bring their own materials and tools whenever possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you do not yet have the required textbooks, please contact me \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebefore registering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so I can help ensure you are prepared for class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an ongoing Sogetsu study class, not a traditional workshop. Students work through the Sogetsu curriculum at their own pace, choosing lessons based on their experience and progress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring each 2-hour session, you’ll work on your selected lessons while receiving individual instruction and feedback from Leslie. Students may be working on different lessons and arrangements, creating a shared learning environment while progressing through the curriculum independently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a maximum of 7 students, the small group allows for individual attention while providing opportunities to learn from and exchange ideas with other students. Regular attendance is encouraged, but you can attend according to your schedule.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class is led by Leslie Wier-Fincher, a certified ikebana teacher with the Sogetsu School of Ikebana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn more about your instructor on our\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wideislandstudio.com\/pages\/about\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCypress Pillar Healing Arts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1940 Northgate Blvd, Ste. 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