IN-PERSON MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Visitor’s Center Auditorium

4730 Crystal Springs Dr

Los Angeles, CA 90027

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Monday, Mar 9, 2026

9:15 A.M. - 12:45 P.M.

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The Art of Ikebana

Floral Arranging

Katey Ho

Ikebana Floral Designer

 

Katey Ho spent 15 years as a men’s wear fashion designer before she began her journey into Ikebana in 1998. Her passion for plants led her to join the Culver City Garden Club and be an active member for many years. At a garden club regional meeting she met the president of Ikebana Int’l L.A. Chapter. Until then, Katey had no idea what ikebana was. An invitation to an Ikebana International meeting led her to see floral demonstrations by several Ikebana schools and she was immediately drawn to the Ohara Ikebana style for its exclusive use of natural materials and absence of inanimate objects.
Since immersing herself in Ikebana, she has transformed her garden to focus on cultivating floral materials specifically for arrangements. Her emphasis is on water-wise plants, such as cacti, succulents, bromeliads, and shrubs that require less water once established. Incorporating plants and cacti from her garden into Ikebana, she strives to create unexpected and unconventional arrangements. Pushing artistic boundaries is essential for growth and adds interest to life.
After 25+ years of study, Katey Ho holds the First Master’s Degree with the Ohara Ikebana School. Throughout her journey, she has given workshops and conducted demonstrations for the Ohara L.A. Chapter, Ikebana Int’l L.A. Chapter, garden clubs, and floral organizations.
Ikebana is a hobby Katey pursues with dedication. She travels to Japan frequently, and across the U.S. annually to further her knowledge of Ohara Ikebana. She’s been serving as VP of the Ohara Ikebana L.A. Chapter for over 10 years, and she’s a member of the North American Ohara Teachers Assoc. since its inception in 2002, acting as VP from 2020-2022. In addition, she served as President of Ikebana Int’l L.A. Chapter from 2023-2025.
Katey Ho will give a demonstration on the art of Ikebana floral arranging.

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