Reiko Nakajima, Sogetsu Ikebana Sensei

Reiko Nakajima’s lifelong commitment to the Sogetsu school of ikebana began in 1980 with study in Kyoto, Japan where she first became an instructor. She returned to Tokyo in 1984 studied under Mrs. Senso Onaka for four years.  After moving to the United States, she continued teaching and founded the Sogetsu Pittsburgh Study Group in 1990 which she still heads today.  She has led countless students through the Sogetsu curriculum with her in-depth expertise and intuitive approach.  Reiko received the prestigious Sogetsu School ‘Overseas Award’ in 2007 and 2017 and served as President of Ikebana International Pittsburgh Chapter #25 from 1996 to 1998. She is the Exhibitions Chair for the organization, overseeing exhibits at Phipps Conservatory and other cultural institutions.  She has developed and featured Sogetsu demonstrations, special workshops, and exhibitions throughout the region.