Posts categorised: Club Meetings
April tree of the month
April club night
The bonsai club’s April meeting drew an excellent turnout, with members enjoying an engaging evening of discussion, and seasonal tree care advice. Attendees shared progress on their own trees, exchanged tips on pruning and repotting, and admired a varied display of bonsai brought along for discussion. The friendly atmosphere and strong attendance reflected the growing… Read more »
February tree of the month
January tree of the month
David Cheshire presents
Massive thank you to David Cheshire for visiting our December meeting. Not only did David provide retail therapy to club members; he also provided a short discussion on his bonsai philosophy and some of the techniques he has been developing inline with his approach for a more natural bonsai aesthetic. Our members got a great… Read more »
Penjing workshop
This evening, club members were involved in a practical workshop exploring the penjing 盆景 approach. Chinese for a landscape or scene (jing) in a pot (pen), whereas bonsai displays typically focus on a tree or trees. Penjing displays can include elements other than trees, including rocks, water, or figurines, for example.