At Swindon Bonsai Club’s upcoming Winter Show on the 16th of February 2025, we have enlisted Alex Rudd to talk on his favourite subject, bonsai ceramics. This mini-event will be held in the dance studio. There will be two sessions, so everyone will have a couple of opportunities to engross themselves in the afternoon.
Yearly Archives: 2024
December meeting
It was a bubbly night with lots of chatter, mince pies, cinnamon rolls and Christmas cheers. We held a decorated bonsai tree competition which was a bit of fun for members to join in with.
Andrew Prett-Pearson 1968-2024
A tribute to celebrate the life of Andrew Pearson, a truly remarkable man whose creativity, kindness, and passion left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him. Andrew was not just a talented ceramicist but an artist of extraordinary vision. Through his work with Stone Monkey Ceramics, he transformed clay into… Read more »
November tree of the month
Club workshop with Lee Verhorevoort
Lee is not just a bonsai enthusiast; he’s a master of the craft with a great deal of experience. His passion for bonsai is evident when he speaks, and most of all, in the way he works with bonsai trees. It’s a reflection of patience, care, and respect for the hobby. During the workshop, Lee… Read more »
October meeting
October’s club meeting was a workshop, an inspiring evening of creativity & learning. Our new and experienced bonsai enthusiasts gathered to refine their skills and share their insights. Members brought their trees to work on, ranging from a Korean Hornbeam to a Japanese White Pine.
October tree of the month
September tree of the month
The Maple was the only competitor this month. Unsurprisingly, it won
Clubs Away Day trip to David Cheshire’s Nursery near Coventry
Sunday the 1st September 2024, saw a number of the club members travelling to David’s nursery near Coventry. The morning was spent talking about Mame sized trees and ways to improve them. The sun came out in the afternoon and things warmed up in the polytunnel, in more ways than one……… we got to get… Read more »
Wanborough Show 2024
Today [17th August 2024] saw the club at a nice warm and sunny Wanborough Show, just outside Swindon. Our yearly display at the show.
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