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Tony was having fun with his kunzea

what a great day I had
Thank you heaps to Leigh and Shannon for their efforts and enthusiasm in organising what will be hopefully an annual event.

some more pictures from today for you enjoy

Ken

Had a awesome time today. Visited the collection and watched some of the workshop. Saw some trees finished. I'm sure some will pop up soon. (Edit: ken has beat my comment.)

A huge thank you to all who made it possible and to Pavel of course.

I'm heading to our capital tomorrow for a workshop with much thanks to Leigh, Shannon and the NBPCA

I'm taking along a couple of boring Junipers that I was going to move on at the 3rd annual AusBonsai Market Day (shameless plug) to see what can be done to improve one/both.
This Squamata I acquired in 2008 and has spent most of it's life since then sitting on the edge of my pond being neglected. I'm thinking it might be a good candidate for some big bends, deadwood creation and a much smaller tree in the end.
Here is the old thread for this one.
This Shimpaku has been a bit neglected lately and is way too tall for the trunk thickness.

I'm really looking forward to meeting Pavel and checking out the NBPCA during BONSAI WEEK!

Regards,
Steven

Be good to catch up Steven. Im on my way to canberra at present

Had a lovely afternoon on the balcony ar the NBPCA withPavel doing his review and critique the collection trees

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Sitting down now for Pavel's demo. Beer or wine in hand and a majestic view to look at too boot
What a great venue for a demo

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What an excellent night

A wonderful way to hold a demonstration, Think of a musical in the round and you get the idea, Stage in the middle, with seats, lounge chairs and coffee tables all around. A great atmosphere and wonderful views. Leigh encouraged everyone to get up and wander to get a different aspect and chat to different people.
Count me in for next year as it has to be about the best demo I have seen

Nice drinks a great finger food for all, and the collection trees were open to view under evening and night conditions.
Congratulations to all your team at the Arboretum Leigh and Shannon.

Such a busy week. I just wanted to share this with you while I have a spare minute. More pictures to come during this coming week.
Cheers
Leigh

Wow - looks great!!
Thanks for the posting

You are welcome Stewart.

Now that everyone has most likely arrived back home, please post the "afters" of your workshop trees.

Cheers

Leigh,

I can't thank the NBPCA, staff, and volunteers enough for making this week happen!

I had a great time doing bonsai, and chatting with friends.

If bonsai week becomes annual, I can see the NBPCA pushing bonsai in Australia to new heights!

Unfortunately I neglected to take before pics

...but here are the afters

Sketch and front Planting angle Side Back Other side Wiring detail

Brilliant Scott

Your tree certainly caught my eye on the weekend.

Thanks for your kind comments.

Cheers
Leigh

I echo Scott's thoughts. Pavel was terrific in my opinion and I had a great time, and attended three days of the "bonsai week". Great innovation and I hope it continues to grow.
A bit like Scott, before photos are rare, but the after is following. Its a buxus ( Japanese Box)

Hey Watto,

Your tree came out really well!!

Nice material to start with, good guidance from Pavel and good work by you.

Grant