Hiro Melbourne 2012 Photos

Scott Roxburgh · Post by **Scott Roxburgh** » July 6th, 2012, 11:41 am

Agree, really nice red pine, though perhaps a bit too heavy on the foliage? I don't know what Hiro had in mind but...As there was a fair bit taken off, I'd be fertilising this year and making sure it was nice and healthy. Then next year, make this cut once i knew it could handle it. I think it has the makings of a spectacular tree, I'd buy it in a heart beat!

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What do others think?

Jarrod · Post by **Jarrod** » July 6th, 2012, 5:50 pm

Thanks for putting these up Gerard! Some great trees transformed last night. It was really enjoyable!

Gerard · Post by **Gerard** » July 7th, 2012, 12:41 am

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Gerard · Post by **Gerard** » July 7th, 2012, 12:49 am

The highlight of the week so far was the advanced critique

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Gerard · Post by **Gerard** » July 7th, 2012, 12:59 am

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Webos · Post by **Webos** » July 7th, 2012, 9:25 am

I would have loved to have seen the advanced critique... Some of the trees are great!.. Soon to be better I'm sure!

Gerard · Post by **Gerard** » July 7th, 2012, 10:01 am

Some good trees which have problems.
Mostly problems that only the owners are aware of or concerned about.
It is a wonderful learnig experience to see these trees and openly discuss the problems and how to make the trees better.
People are starting to see that these critique sessions are a great opportunity there was a much higher number of observers than other sessions.

craigw60 · Post by **craigw60** » July 7th, 2012, 3:52 pm

Thanks Gerard.For me these sessions are by far the best learning experience. Hiro has great insight into bonsai design and it shows to the full during the critique nights.
Craigw

newzealandteatree · Post by **newzealandteatree** » July 7th, 2012, 4:27 pm

Thanks for sharing. Some amazing transformations. Years ago I attended his talk/demo and work on a tree under his guidance. As a Japanese thorough-bred he knows his stuff and has depth. No bullshit. Then we need a translator. Now with his English ability and his drawing, he is excellent.

CJ

Gerard · Post by **Gerard** » July 7th, 2012, 7:47 pm

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Gerard · Post by **Gerard** » July 8th, 2012, 12:49 pm

Demo today

Gerard · Post by **Gerard** » July 9th, 2012, 8:59 am

Hiro's visit is drawing to a close, with workshops today and tonite and the final session on Tuesday afternoon. (July 10)
16 workshops in Ballarat
16 workshops aat the Mornington Peninsula
64 workshops in Blackburn
32 trees presented for advanced critique
And 4 wonderful trees presented for the huge demonstration at BSV yesterday

All sessions so far have been full
We have one space available this afternoon
We have 2 spaces for workshops on Tuesday afternoon

FatMingsBonsai · Post by **FatMingsBonsai** » July 9th, 2012, 10:37 am

Thank you kindly Gerard for sharing these before and after

Very inspirational and they motivate you to look at some neglected trees that are in the "to do" list

Pup · Post by **Pup** » July 9th, 2012, 1:59 pm

Gerard wrote:Hiro's visit is drawing to a close, with workshops today and tonite and the final session on Tuesday afternoon. (July 10)
16 workshops in Ballarat
16 workshops aat the Mornington Peninsula
64 workshops in Blackburn
32 trees presented for advanced critique
And 4 wonderful trees presented for the huge demonstration at BSV yesterday

All sessions so far have been full
We have one space available this afternoon
We have 2 spaces for workshops on Tuesday afternoon

We in Western Australia have a problem we have to fly over, then get accomadation, while the lucky B^$#@ds in Victoria had a choice of 96 worksop places and a Masterclass critique. With a Demonstration on 4 very good pieces of Stock/ trees
Any one who is serious about Bonsai, and missed this opportunity

Cheers Pup

Gerard · Post by **Gerard** » July 9th, 2012, 9:13 pm

All places have been filled

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