Topical Times – It’s Autumn…..in case you hadn’t noticed!
A regular update on the life and times of John Hanby’s Newstead Bonsai Centre…….. Topical Times – It’s Autumn…..in case you hadn’t noticed!
Month: October 2016
Studio Stories – National Bonsai Society Raft demo
Sometimes I work on nursery trees, sometimes I work on client’s trees……and sometimes if I’ve been a really good boy I get to work on my own trees. Hopefully these regular visits will give you an insight into what goes on behind closed doors………. Studio Stories – National Bonsai Society Raft demo A few weeks […]
Memory Lane – When the accent plant is not just a plant!
Looking back….we can tell a tree’s story…..admire an image…..capture a moment…..remember a special event…..be inspired – to create a memory for tomorrow. I hope you enjoy this regular peep into some of John’s bonsai history. Memory Lane – When the accent plant is not just a plant! Bonsai exhibitors use an accent plant or kusamono […]
Classroom Corner – Derek’s Tanuki Juniper
An open window into the comings and goings of students and their trees attending our regular weekend and midweek bonsai classes under the ever watchful eyes of John Hanby. Classroom Corner – Derek’s Tanuki Juniper Derek recently brought his Tanuki Juniper Blue Alps to a class for advice on it’s progress. This tree really has […]