Semester 1
Bonsai Society of Victoria has developed an outstanding program for beginners and novices to bonsai.
It is a comprehensive program over three Saturdays which covers all aspects of bonsai to prepare you to understand bonsai, gain knowledge and develop the necessary skills and techniques. The levels of competency and confidence you will acquire through this program will enable participants to successfully enjoy their interest in bonsai.
Morning: 9.00am - 1.00pm
Best species for bonsai novices
Watering protocol
Soil for successful bonsai – which nutrients for which species
Fertiliser benefits, when and how
Further wiring techniques
Teaching focus: informal upright/miyogi and slanting/shakan with demonstration
Discussion on designing and shaping a bonsai tree and the importance of planning and visualising a bonsai tree’s final form
Afternoon: 2.00pm - 5.00pm
Practise one style with supplied tree
Group photo of participants and created tree
Participants to assist with clean up and pack up of room
Material supplied
Students will receive a booklet with comprehensive set of notes for each session.
Suitable trees to style and design during the program (retail value over $60).
Suitable wire and tools for use in practice and wiring of trees.
In the notes there will be information about the bonsai styles to be covered.
Trading Table
The club’s trading table will operate whilst the course is being conducted. If you require tools, wire, pots, etc. These may be purchased at greatly reduced prices.