Middleton to demonstrate floral designs
PUBLISHED: February 21, 2007 at 12:00 a.m. | UPDATED: August 30, 2018 at 12:00 a.m.
RED BLUFF – The Cascade District Flower Show Judges Council has invited Bay Area designer Sahshah Middleton to demonstrate flower arranging in the Sogetsu Ikebana style on Saturday at the Red Bluff Elks Lodge.
The Sogetsu school of Ikebana conforms to some of the principles and criteria of traditional Ikebana, but emphasizes freedom of expression and creativity in forming sculptures using plant materials. It is noted for its beauty of line and its spirit of innovation. Middleton was born in Malaysia and grew up in Singapore. As daughter of the founder of the Sogetsu School, she began arranging at age six and now holds a first grade "Somu" master"s certificate. Also a graduate of Nang Yang Academy of Fine Arts, and Tokyo University, she has worked for two florists in the Bay Area and has been associated with several flower societies and arrangers guilds. She is a member of the Sogetsu Bay Area Branch and two Sogetsu teachers groups.
Her demonstration will include some planned designs, plus several spontaneous designs using a variety of donated containers, to be auctioned off after the program. Anyone who is interested is welcome to attend. The program includes a plant and design-materials sale beginning at 10:15 a.m., the Ikebana demonstration at 11 a.m., and a luncheon following the demonstration.
Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Reservations are available at 527-4578 or 526-4578.