Once again, the Bonsai Society of Southern Tasmania put together a fantastic convention. Congratulations must go to the committee and volunteers who made it such a memorable weekend.Matt Reel (USA), and local talent Jarryd Bailey, Hugh Grant and Sean Harley (doing his demonstration after his Japanese apprenticeship) kept the audience interested and entertained with their […]
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
May this year, has been a very wet month, like last year, I recall. This has significantly reduced the need to regularly water our bonsai but shouldn’t mean that we don’t pay them any attention at this time. A few of my deciduous trees are still green, as the rain has meant that nights haven’t
The School of Bonsai (https://www.schoolofbonsai.com.au) recently hosted a visit to Sydney by Japanese bonsai master, Koji Hiramatsu. Despite torrential rain, members and guest flocked to see Koji in action and they weren’t disappointed. Koji, ably assisted by Evan Marsh and Sean Hood, gave a most interesting and informative demonstration working on an old material rarely
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.
April has been a fairly dry month, with some windy weather to keep us all on our toes with our watering schedules. Just because the weather is cooler doesn’t mean we don’t need to be constantly aware of our little trees’ need for moisture. In their shallow pots, the media is like to dry out
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.
It’s always a pleasure to have Clinton demonstrate at our meetings. He brings such deep bonsai knowledge from years of experience which he shares in a friendly and accessible way. This, combined with his choice of material, always makes for an interesting and entertaining evening. Come and see Clinton in action, there is not much
