The Avant-Garde Masterclass
Ikebana botanical sculpture workshop
Participants will undergo a structured, 90-minute journey that includes an internal clearing meditation to ground focus, followed by hands-on creative expression. Under the 1-on-1 guidance of Serena Poon, students will work with rare, exotic floral selections and traditional…
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Description
Participants will undergo a structured, 90-minute journey that includes an internal clearing meditation to ground focus, followed by hands-on creative expression. Under the 1-on-1 guidance of Serena Poon, students will work with rare, exotic floral selections and traditional Japanese ceramic vessels to create abstract botanical sculptures. The experience concludes with a traditional Japanese tea pairing service.
Benefits
- Improves focus and cognitive clarity through 'Ma' (negative space) training
- Enhances creative confidence by bridging classical technique and abstraction
- Promotes mental wellness and stress reduction through a meditative creative process
- Develops an appreciation for ancestral heritage, geometry, and proportion
- Provides 1-on-1 expert coaching for refined sculptural execution
Additional Experience Info
This masterclass is designed for high-net-worth individuals and corporate leadership teams seeking a sophisticated, gallery-standard cultural activation.
Missing / review: Minimum and maximum group sizes were not explicitly provided in the source; these should be established with the client per internal booking requirements.
Hosted by Serena Poon
About the Host
I’m Serena Poon, a 1st Grade Ikenobo Professor and former Creative Operations Lead at Christie’s. My practice, Studio Seren, represents the convergence of two world-class disciplines: the 550-year-old heritage of the Ikenobo lineage and the precision of the international fine art market.
Informed by my tenure at Christie’s and collaborations with Sotheby’s, I curate high-impact cultural activations for UHNW portfolios, including Rosewood Hotels and Michelin-starred groups. I bring a ‘Curator’s Eye’ to botanical design—moving beyond the decorative to explore ‘Ma’ (negative space) as a tool for cognitive stillness.
My work is defined by a 'Zero-Trace' philosophy, delivering operationally seamless, gallery-standard rituals that calibrate with the world’s most discerning creative and residential ecosystems.
Travel Locations
UK & International (Fully expensed)
I am London-based and available for global travel as required by the project. For all engagements outside of Greater London, it is expected that travel and subsistence—including flights, ground transfers, and suitable accommodation—are fully expensed or provided at cost.
Certifications & Credentials
Qualifications
1st Grade Ikenobo Professor: The highest level of accreditation from the Ikenobo Society, Kyoto.
Artistic Pedigree: Former Creative Operations Lead at Christie’s, with a focus on UHNW cultural activations.
Insurance
Public Liability Insurance: Comprehensive cover for luxury residential and gallery environments
Operational Standards
Zero-Trace Protocol: Gallery-standard execution with no risk to interiors or operational lift. Entirely turnkey.
Focus Areas
Creative/CultureWell-being/Health
Location
Languages
English
Corporate Experience
Significant
Session Types Offered
Interactive & Passive
Past Experience Doing Sessions
Yes - Performing
Client Requirements
To maintain the integrity of the ‘Ma’ (meditative) experience, a semi-private or quiet zone within the Club is recommended.
Past Clients
Christie's, Sotheby's, Rosewood, Tatcha, The Langham, Andō (Japanese MICHELIN restaurant), Sushi Kumogaku (Japanese MICHELIN restaurant)
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