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At Sogetsu Kaikan annex Atelier
"RELEASE" ～ Akane Teshigahara Solo Exhibition for 20th Anniversary (2021 / Sogetsu Kaikan annex Atelier, Tokyo)
In the solo exhibition "RELEASE," commemorating the 20th anniversary of her succession of Iemoto, the venue was the atelier, which is the heart of the Sogetsu School and the place of creation for successive Iemotos. The works appeared everywhere on the site - inside the building, on the exterior staircase, in the adjacent workplace for iron processing, and even in the dust box, creating a wonderful fusion of unexpected places. The main work was an installation of a huge sphere made of steel and plants, and Sofu's work was incorporated as part of the installation, which became a topic of conversation.
In the solo exhibition "RELEASE," commemorating the 20th anniversary of her succession of Iemoto, the venue was the atelier, which is the heart of the Sogetsu School and the place of creation for successive Iemotos. The works appeared everywhere on the site - inside the building, on the exterior staircase, in the adjacent workplace for iron processing, and even in the dust box, creating a wonderful fusion of unexpected places. The main work was an installation of a huge sphere made of steel and plants, and Sofu's work was incorporated as part of the installation, which became a topic of conversation.
At Sogetsu WEST
"CONNECT" ～ Akane Teshigahara Solo Exhibition for 20th Anniversary (2021 / Sogetsu WEST, Kyoto)
The Iemoto's first solo exhibition in Kansai entitled "CONNECT" transformed Sogetsu WEST into a space enveloped in plants. The main feature of the venue was the bamboo installation, and the early summer plants were also arranged vigorously in the Iemoto's self-made glass vases, created specifically for this exhibition. The Iemoto's attention to detail was evident everywhere, from the display stand made of a combination of fossil wood and iron to the use of Japanese Washi paper on the walls, meaning that the entire venue could be enjoyed as a piece of artwork.
The Iemoto's first solo exhibition in Kansai entitled "CONNECT" transformed Sogetsu WEST into a space enveloped in plants. The main feature of the venue was the bamboo installation, and the early summer plants were also arranged vigorously in the Iemoto's self-made glass vases, created specifically for this exhibition. The Iemoto's attention to detail was evident everywhere, from the display stand made of a combination of fossil wood and iron to the use of Japanese Washi paper on the walls, meaning that the entire venue could be enjoyed as a piece of artwork.
At the Hotel New Otani, Tokyo
（2020／Hotel New Otani, Tokyo）
On the occasion of the Sokuirei-Seiden-no-gi, Ceremony of the Enthronement of His Majesty the Emperor, The special banquet was held at the Hotel New Otani. The Iemoto’s ikebana welcomed the guests at the entrance adding flamboyance to the celebration. The performances of the Japanese traditional theatre art, such as Kyogen, Kabuki, Bunraku and Noh entertained the guests from around the world who attended the ceremony.
Materials: Bamboo, Princess tree, Enkianthus perulatus, Fire raspberry, Citrus natsudaidai, Japanese winterberry, Lily-of-the-valley bush
Vessel: Self-made ceramic vase
On the occasion of the Sokuirei-Seiden-no-gi, Ceremony of the Enthronement of His Majesty the Emperor, The special banquet was held at the Hotel New Otani. The Iemoto’s ikebana welcomed the guests at the entrance adding flamboyance to the celebration. The performances of the Japanese traditional theatre art, such as Kyogen, Kabuki, Bunraku and Noh entertained the guests from around the world who attended the ceremony.
Materials: Bamboo, Princess tree, Enkianthus perulatus, Fire raspberry, Citrus natsudaidai, Japanese winterberry, Lily-of-the-valley bush
Vessel: Self-made ceramic vase
At the Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
Ikebana × Hyakudan Kaidan 2019（2019／Entrance lobby, Hotel Gajoen Tokyo, Tokyo）
One of the highlights of "Ikebana Hyakudan Kaidan" is the public demonstration of a large work to decorate the entrance of the Hotel Gajoen Tokyo. Under the close attention of a huge audience, the Iemoto arranged fruiting branches such as princess tree, Citrus natsudaidai, and Japanese bittersweet, and finally added bands of split bamboo to create curves. The work has a fresh impression in gratitude for the long-awaited autumn after overcoming the intense summer heat.
Materials: Bamboo, Princess tree, Citrus natsudaidai, Unshiu orange, Japanese bittersweet, Lily-of-the-valley bush
Vessel: Ceramic vase (Kiyoyuki Kato)
One of the highlights of "Ikebana Hyakudan Kaidan" is the public demonstration of a large work to decorate the entrance of the Hotel Gajoen Tokyo. Under the close attention of a huge audience, the Iemoto arranged fruiting branches such as princess tree, Citrus natsudaidai, and Japanese bittersweet, and finally added bands of split bamboo to create curves. The work has a fresh impression in gratitude for the long-awaited autumn after overcoming the intense summer heat.
Materials: Bamboo, Princess tree, Citrus natsudaidai, Unshiu orange, Japanese bittersweet, Lily-of-the-valley bush
Vessel: Ceramic vase (Kiyoyuki Kato)
At the Kanda Myojin Shrine
Kanda Shrine 1300th Anniversary Project, Commemoration of Cultural Exchange Building Opening "New Year Sogetsu Exhibition"（2019／Kanda Myojin Shrine, Tokyo）
The special Sogetsu ikebana exhibition was held to commemorate the 1300th anniversary of Kanda Myojin Shrine in 2019. The exhibition is also an opening event of the newly constructed Cultural Exchange Building premises. The Iemoto Akane's masterpiece cast a particularly bright light in the fresh and joyful atmosphere celebrating the New Year.
Materials: Japanese black pine, Dragon's eye pine, Weeping willow, Idesia, Sarcandra glabra, Citrus natsudaidai, Camellia, Bamboo, Driftwood, Mizuhiki (paper strings)
Vessel: Iron glazed dish with karakusa design
The special Sogetsu ikebana exhibition was held to commemorate the 1300th anniversary of Kanda Myojin Shrine in 2019. The exhibition is also an opening event of the newly constructed Cultural Exchange Building premises. The Iemoto Akane's masterpiece cast a particularly bright light in the fresh and joyful atmosphere celebrating the New Year.
Materials: Japanese black pine, Dragon's eye pine, Weeping willow, Idesia, Sarcandra glabra, Citrus natsudaidai, Camellia, Bamboo, Driftwood, Mizuhiki (paper strings)
Vessel: Iron glazed dish with karakusa design
At the Hotel Gajoen Tokyo
Ikebana × Hyakudan Kaidan 2018（2018／Entrance lobby, Hotel Gajoen Tokyo, Tokyo）
"Ikebana × Hyakudan Kaidan" is a special occasion where you can enjoy ikebana works from 57 different schools on a weekly basis. During the exhibition period of the Sogetsu School, a large work by Iemoto Akane welcomed visitors at the entrance of the Hotel Gajoen Tokyo. Objets d'art made of Japanese paper gently illuminate a landscape of prosperity decorated with clustered fruits. The creative process of this work was open in public, and when the Japanese paper objets d'art were lit at the end of creation, there was resounding applause from the audience.
Materials: Japanese persimmon, Pomegranate, Japanese bittersweet, Lily-of-the-valley bush, Bamboo, Remano, Japanese paper objet d'art
Vessel: Self-made ceramic vase
"Ikebana × Hyakudan Kaidan" is a special occasion where you can enjoy ikebana works from 57 different schools on a weekly basis. During the exhibition period of the Sogetsu School, a large work by Iemoto Akane welcomed visitors at the entrance of the Hotel Gajoen Tokyo. Objets d'art made of Japanese paper gently illuminate a landscape of prosperity decorated with clustered fruits. The creative process of this work was open in public, and when the Japanese paper objets d'art were lit at the end of creation, there was resounding applause from the audience.
Materials: Japanese persimmon, Pomegranate, Japanese bittersweet, Lily-of-the-valley bush, Bamboo, Remano, Japanese paper objet d'art
Vessel: Self-made ceramic vase
90th Anniversary of Sogetsu School /The 99th Sogetsu Annual Exhibition, “Hana So”
（2018／Nihombashi Takashimaya Department Store, Tokyo）
The Iemoto's bold and lively Bokusho (Japanese ink-based art) and the blackened wisteria vines give a dignified background for this large work. In the Black-White stage, the crimson fruiting plants catch our eye with their brilliance and a graceful contrast between the black and red creates a mystic atmosphere.
Materials: Colored wisteria vine, Pomegranate, Winterberry, Polyantha rose, Japanese winterberry, Japanese mahonia
Vessel: Self-made ceramic vase
Bokusho (Akane Teshigahara)
The Iemoto's bold and lively Bokusho (Japanese ink-based art) and the blackened wisteria vines give a dignified background for this large work. In the Black-White stage, the crimson fruiting plants catch our eye with their brilliance and a graceful contrast between the black and red creates a mystic atmosphere.
Materials: Colored wisteria vine, Pomegranate, Winterberry, Polyantha rose, Japanese winterberry, Japanese mahonia
Vessel: Self-made ceramic vase
Bokusho (Akane Teshigahara)
At Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C.
(2017 / Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C., Tokyo)
On the remains of the water fountain at the side of the main entrance of the Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C., which is the first important cultural property as the department store architecture. It's a work arranged against the beautiful marble wall, from which we could feel its history, and the sweet Chinese roots were arranged as if they were dancing.
Materials: Hemp, China root, Rose
Vessel: Self-made ceramic vase
[From Winter 2017 issue of Quarterly Magazine "Sogetsu"]
On the remains of the water fountain at the side of the main entrance of the Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C., which is the first important cultural property as the department store architecture. It's a work arranged against the beautiful marble wall, from which we could feel its history, and the sweet Chinese roots were arranged as if they were dancing.
Materials: Hemp, China root, Rose
Vessel: Self-made ceramic vase
[From Winter 2017 issue of Quarterly Magazine "Sogetsu"]
At Tour d’Argent Tokyo
(2017 / Hotel New Otani, Tokyo)
In the bar lounge of Tour d'Argent Tokyo. A glass vase made by Émile Gallé was selected for a rich and dense space, and materials in softly melting colors were arranged.
Materials: Colored baby's breath, Moth orchid, Cattleya, Dancinglady orchid, Enkianthus perulatus
Vessel: Glass vase (Charles Martin Émile Gallé)
[From Autumn 2017 issue of Quarterly Magazine "Sogetsu"]
In the bar lounge of Tour d'Argent Tokyo. A glass vase made by Émile Gallé was selected for a rich and dense space, and materials in softly melting colors were arranged.
Materials: Colored baby's breath, Moth orchid, Cattleya, Dancinglady orchid, Enkianthus perulatus
Vessel: Glass vase (Charles Martin Émile Gallé)
[From Autumn 2017 issue of Quarterly Magazine "Sogetsu"]
At Lake Motosu
(2016 / Lake Motosu, Yamanashi)
Lake Motosu is one of the Fuji Five Lakes. This is a mystical bamboo installation arranged including an ambiance so that mountains covered with mist could be unified with the serenity of the lake.
Materials: Bamboo
[From Collection Book "AKANE TESHIGAHARA"]
Lake Motosu is one of the Fuji Five Lakes. This is a mystical bamboo installation arranged including an ambiance so that mountains covered with mist could be unified with the serenity of the lake.
Materials: Bamboo
[From Collection Book "AKANE TESHIGAHARA"]
Sogetsu Ikebana Exhibition “Watery Shapes Windy Colors”
(2015 / Shinjuku Takashimaya Department Store)
This is a large work straightly expressing the title of the exhibition, "Watery Shapes Windy Colors." Iemoto Akane's calligraphy looked like a raging wind and the bamboo looked like running water making splashes generate the overwhelming power of presence which confronts viewers.
Materials: Bamboo, Bull bay, Vaccinium oldhamii, Smoke tree
Calligraphy with sumi ink (Akane Teshigahara)
This is a large work straightly expressing the title of the exhibition, "Watery Shapes Windy Colors." Iemoto Akane's calligraphy looked like a raging wind and the bamboo looked like running water making splashes generate the overwhelming power of presence which confronts viewers.
Materials: Bamboo, Bull bay, Vaccinium oldhamii, Smoke tree
Calligraphy with sumi ink (Akane Teshigahara)
At Stone Garden “Heaven”
(2015 / Sogetsu Kaikan, Tokyo)
Isamu Noguchi's stone garden "Heaven" has various stone textures. Dried sunflowers, which are also very expressive, were used and the red of the glory lily was added as an accent here.
Materials: Dried sunflower, Glory lily
[From Winter 2015 issue of Quarterly Magazine "Sogetsu"]
Isamu Noguchi's stone garden "Heaven" has various stone textures. Dried sunflowers, which are also very expressive, were used and the red of the glory lily was added as an accent here.
Materials: Dried sunflower, Glory lily
[From Winter 2015 issue of Quarterly Magazine "Sogetsu"]
At Yakumo Saryo
(2014 / Yakumo Saryo, Tokyo)
Glass vases were placed on a bench that sits in the full sunlight, and these works were arranged enjoying their colors and shapes. As the first Iemoto Sofu wrote, "In addition to the colors of flowers, pay attention to the containers, pedestals, walls and lights." in The Fifty Principles of Sogetsu, lighting is also a very important element.
Materials: (left) Paeonia Japonica, Chrysanthemum, American sweetgum
(center) Eulalia, Chrysanthemum, Moth orchid, Fire raspberry
(right) Fire raspberry, Olive
Vessel: Glass vase
Glass vases were placed on a bench that sits in the full sunlight, and these works were arranged enjoying their colors and shapes. As the first Iemoto Sofu wrote, "In addition to the colors of flowers, pay attention to the containers, pedestals, walls and lights." in The Fifty Principles of Sogetsu, lighting is also a very important element.
Materials: (left) Paeonia Japonica, Chrysanthemum, American sweetgum
(center) Eulalia, Chrysanthemum, Moth orchid, Fire raspberry
(right) Fire raspberry, Olive
Vessel: Glass vase