Little Red and Orange Roses

Same material (roses and new zealand flax leaves) in different vases, totally separate feelings. The ceramic vase above is so beautiful and masterfully done. Its subtle color compliments the flax leaves while the curvy details work well with the movement of the composition. 

The bright plastic shibuan below is such full of joy with same color roses and one single statement branch. Such a lovely session of Ikebana today!

Cycad and Dogwood Sculpture

 

My musings about Cycad plant and literature is in this early post from 2015.