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The concept of Bonsai by the Harbour is to have many differing events occurring over the period of the weekend. One of the sessions that interested me was the making of free-form bonsai pots, conducted by Penny Davis of Mudlark … Continue reading
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The Bonsai Federation of Australia (Northern) have been putting on a bonsai weekend title Bonsai by the Harbour for many years now. I try to attend at least one day each year, but this year I had the opportunity to … Continue reading
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The third tree of the weekend that Ryan worked on was a Japanese Red Pine, and was the best tree and therefore the best demonstration of the event. The tree has some history which it great for an Australian tree. … Continue reading
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The second demonstration was on a Scots Pine (Pinus Sylvestris) and during this demonstration we not only again were able to witness his excellent skill level, but we gained an insight into his bonsai philosophy which was most interesting. The … Continue reading
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The AABC’s annual convention and exhibition was held in Canberra in May 2013. Following are a few bonsai that were on display: There were a large number of people at the convention and many more who visited the … Continue reading
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Ryan Neil visited Australia for the first time to attend AABC National Convention as the guest demonstrator. In all he did three demonstrations on 18th and 19th of May 2013 and also conducted workshops on 20th May 2013.. The first … Continue reading
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On Sunday 14 April 2013 the Goulburn Bonsai Society hosted Japanese Bonsai professional Yusuke Uchida. Uchi as he prefers to be known attended to conduct a workshop for local members to improve their Bonsai skill and knowledge. Goulburn is renowned … Continue reading
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This tree, or more correctly shrub, is Callistemon viminalis “Captain Cook”. This particular variety of Callistemon was widely promoted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Captain James Cook “discovering” Australia in 1770. It was, and remains a very popular garden … Continue reading
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On 2 February 2013 the National Bonsai & Penjing Collection of Australia opened its doors in its new location as part of the National Arboretum Canberra. The National Arboretum Canberra is on a 250 hectare site at the western end of … Continue reading
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In the mid 1990’s I had the opportunity to dig three Cedrus Deodara from a forest in Canberra. As a bonsai artist this was my first ever real dig for possible bonsai masterpieces and I was very excited. Not that … Continue reading