"Teaching is the highest level of understanding."
The consolidation of knowledge can come through true mentorship; a symbiotic relationship if you will. After offering a short course to a small group of students, I realised again that learning should be continual and necessary to hone your skills. Moribana is an introductory and basic style that was developed to accommodate the foreign introductions to Japan after the arrival of the 'Black ships'. Until then, the Seika style was more common, as it utilised the native flora. |
DouglasHas lived in Budapest for many years. He loves the climate and the gardens that flourish there. He has travelled extensively in North America, Europe and Asia in search for gardens of inspiration. Archives
February 2018
Garden Design |