Could they be the same thing? I've been going around some flower shops looking for potential job opportunities and every time I show someone my demonstration of an abstract design I get a different name for it. Some people correct me and say it's a japanese arrangement and others abstract. I say screw it..it's both!
Though I have heard most japanese florists only do arrangements that look abstract to others. The real name they use for this practice of floral design is Ikebana. These arrangements consist of only 3 flowers, which represent heaven, man, and earth. Who would of thought flower arranging could be so spiritual? But to Ikebana lovers it sure is...they take these rules super seriously and it's quiet meaningful. So to truly appreciate this new spiritual way of reaching out through flowers I've decided to take a class of Ikebana and see if I too become inspired...wish me luck!
p.s. heres my attempt of an ikebana design ...
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