{"title":"Amanda Luu","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmanda Luu\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the rich intersections of tradition and creativity within the world of arts and culture. Her work, such as \u003cem\u003eIkebana Unbound\u003c\/em\u003e, invites readers to discover the evolving beauty of floral arrangement, blending classic techniques with contemporary perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer books offer thoughtful insights and inspire a deeper appreciation for artistic practices rooted in cultural heritage. Ideal for readers with a passion for visual arts, design, and creative expression, Amanda Luu's writing nurtures both curiosity and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ikebana-unbound-by-amanda-luu-9781579659134","title":"Ikebana Unbound","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A modern take on a centuries-old art that’s breathtakingly simple.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Booklist, starred review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt its heart, the Japanese art of ikebana is about celebrating an intimate connection with nature. To practice ikebana is to find inspiration in the seasons, favour unassuming blooms and branches, seek balance and simplicity, and remain fully present in the moment. It is a beautiful, pure antidote to our age of distraction and excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHonouring the lineage of ikebana while making the art their own, Amanda Luu and Ivanka Matsuba of Studio Mondine show us new ways to tell stories with flowers. They offer step-by-step instructions for dozens of stunning, seasonal arrangements, while in the process introducing readers to the themes and stylistic signatures of the art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Studio Mondine’s hands, this centuries-old practice feels undeniably fresh—and readers are given the gift of learning to create unique, meaningful, and authentic arrangements through \u003cem\u003eIkebana Unbound\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47486123606252,"sku":"9781579659134","price":62.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781579659134-ikebana-unbound.jpg?v=1775729946"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/amanda-luu.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}