The Memorial Calendar
In Loving Memory of Astrid
This calendar for 2012 is a memorial to the Ikebana artist, Astrid Stadt. She was known by her Japanese name, Baiko. Astrid died in August after a very long illness. Even while suffering, she continued to make her creations. These final works are a testament to her courage and her unbounded creative spirit. May Astrid live on eternally through her art. Rest in Peace, my…
A Big Thank You
Many thanks to the person(s) who recently ordered 21 of Baiko’s Greeting Cards. And all in one go. Clearly your taste is impeccable ;) We also think the cards are beautiful and an affordable way to send Baiko’s work to your friends. We greatly appreciate your patronage. Come back anytime! A big Merci. A bien tôt. Baiko & Co.
Three Calendars for 2010
Baiko has had an incredibly productive year. It was impossible for Zen-Images to edit her creations into just one calendar. So we’ve decided to publish 3 calendars, each one unique in style. We hope you enjoy them. Season’s Greetings from Baiko and Zen-Images.
New Card Series
Baiko’s Ikebana Art is now available in specially formatted cards like this one: 
You can view the entire series here
EmptyEasel Featured Artist
Today, Dan at EmptyEasel chose me as this week’s featured artist. He wrote a very perceptive review of my Ikebana Art. What pleases me most is that Dan didn’t know a thing about Ikebana prior to seeing my work. He is a very knowledgeable art critic and that is exactly how he approached my work. He looked without any pre-conceptions. He has made some very insightful remarks which…
New Ikebana Blog
You can find out more about Sogetsu Ikebana and Baiko’s work on our newly created blog called The Zen-Images Ikebana Blog
A FEW NOTES ABOUT IKEBANA
Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, originated during the 6th century in Japan with the introduction of Buddhism from China. It was the custom to place floral offerings in front of altars to honor the Buddha and the souls of the dead. Over time, these floral offerings evolved into floral arrangements designed to express the harmony between man and nature and between spirit and matter. …