Sean is an extremely talented bonsai artist who has been practising bonsai for over twenty years. His impressive skills span bonsai of all sizes, from spectacularly massive olives and privets to perfect Shohin pines and maples. Sean is a popular demonstrator whose work has been represented in the National Bonsai and Penjing Collection in Canberra.
Elder statesman of Australian bonsai and winner of the Bonsai Open (2024), John Marsh has been practising bonsai since 1971. A founding member of the Nepean Bonsai Society (where he continues to teach), an inaugural member of the AABC and its vice-president for many years, John has demonstrated at AABC seminars and conducted workshops and
In 2015, Allan won first prize at the inaugural Penjing competition conducted by the Chinese Gardens of Friendship, Darling Harbour, Sydney. He has conducted Penjing workshops within the Gardens and was employed to maintain the Chinese Garden of Friendship’s historic Penjing Collection for several years. He continues to encourage and promote learning about Chinese Penjing
Allan began learning Bonsai some 20 years ago but in recent years his interest has shifted and intensified upon Chinese Penjing. Allan took weekly Penjing classes for three years and reached an advanced level. Those studies have continued, including regular study tours to China. In 2015, Allan won first prize at the inaugural Penjing competition
New to the bonsai demonstration circuit, Antony has been involved in bonsai for many years and has an outstanding collection of both exotics and natives and a deep interest in bonsai display. Don’t miss the opportunity to see Antony discuss how to get the best out of your black pines.
What an excellent exhibition the Central Coast Bonsai Club staged in March- a weekend crammed with great demonstrations, terrific vendors and a such a warm, friendly atmosphere that lifted the whole event. Congratulations to the committee on realising such a great outcome! The Bonsai Open was a triumph, showcasing exceptional bonsai across every class: Open,
New to the bonsai demonstration circuit, Antony has been involved in bonsai for many years and has an outstanding collection of both exotics and natives and a deep interest in bonsai display. Don’t miss the opportunity to see Antony discuss how to get the best out of your black pines.
