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  • Featured Ikebana Workshops

    Introduction to Ikebana – October

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    Introduction to Ikebana

    What to Expect in this Workshop In Nana Bellerud's October class, you will focus on color combinations, in particular, autumn colors. It will be fun to see different color combinations give different impressions.  We will be using the "ordinary" plant materials that are in bloom to create an extraordinary piece of art. Please join us! […]

    $50.00

  • 2025 The Art of Bonsai: Oct-Thurs

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    The Art of Bonsai

    Basic Wiring Overview This class will focus on basic wiring of bonsai.Wiring a bonsai is an important design technique for shaping a bonsai. The growth and shape of the bonsai is influenced by the wire that is wrapped around the trunk and/or branches. The wired parts are bent in the desired direction. Once the form has solidified, the […]

    $45.00

  • 2025 The Art of Bonsai: Oct-Sat

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    The Art of Bonsai

    Basic Wiring Overview This class will focus on basic wiring of bonsai. Wiring a bonsai is an important design technique for shaping a bonsai. The growth and shape of the bonsai is influenced by the wire that is wrapped around the trunk and/or branches. The wired parts are bent in the desired direction. Once the form has solidified, […]

    $45.00

  • Pruning Lace-leaf Maple Trees

    Gresham Japanese Garden
    Pruning Program

    This is a hands-on workshop where students will receive pruning techniques, instructions, and personalized feedback as you prune two overgrown lace-leaf maple tree at the Gresham Japanese Garden's complex.

    $55.00
  • Featured Ikebana Workshops

    Introduction to Ikebana – November

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    Introduction to Ikebana

    What to Expect in this Workshop In Nana Bellerud's November class, you will focus on fall flowers and accents still staying with autumn colors. It will be fun to see different color combinations give different impressions. We will be using the "ordinary" plant materials that are in bloom to create an extraordinary piece of art. […]

    $50.00

  • Pruning Conifers for Health and Aesthetics Course

    GJG Tsuru Island 124 S Main Avenue, Gresham, OR, United States
    Pruning Program

    Pruning Conifers for Health and Aesthetics course will start on Tsuru Island, GJG’s Japanese garden nestled within Gresham’s Main City Park and home to a diverse collection of conifers including spruces, hinoki, firs, pines, and more. Limited to 15 students, so register early to reserve your spot! Workshop Overview This in-person class is designed to […]

    $45.00

  • 2025 The Art of Bonsai: Nov-Sat

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    The Art of Bonsai

    Saikei (最景) Overview This class will focus on saikei. Saikei is a Japanese art form that combines bonsai techniques with elements of landscape gardening to create a living landscape. You can introduce trees, rocks, and other natural materials to depict a natural scene, such as a forest, mountain, or coastal area. The goal is to evoke the […]

    $45.00

  • Structural Pruning Pines

    GJG Tsuru Island 124 S Main Avenue, Gresham, OR, United States
    Pruning Program

    Watch instructor, Laura Dufala unlock the hidden character of pine trees through strructural pine pruning. She's captivating to watch her approach to cloud pruning, and through her artistic eyes make decisions regarding which branches to keep and which ones to remove. She has a tendency to turn the class into a hands-on practicum, so bring […]

    $45.00

  • 2025 The Art of Bonsai: Nov-Thurs

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    The Art of Bonsai

    Saikei (最景) Overview This class will focus on saikei. Saikei is a Japanese art form that combines bonsai techniques with elements of landscape gardening to create a living landscape. You can introduce trees, rocks, and other natural materials to depict a natural scene, such as a forest, mountain, or coastal area. The goal is to evoke the […]

    $45.00

  • Featured

    Wreath Making Workshop & More: Dec 1st

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    Workshops

    Monday, Dec 1, 2025, 6-8pm Get ready for the holidays by making a beautiful wreath to hang on your front door. The wreath can span as large as 26". The Gresham Japanese Garden offers a wide range of unique conifers and evergreen shrubs to choose from to make your wreath, complete with a handmade bow […]

    $60.00
  • Featured Ikebana Workshops

    Introduction to Ikebana – December

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    Introduction to Ikebana

    What to Expect in this Workshop In Nana Bellerud's December class, you will focus on the holidays, and some holiday ideas will be included in your arrangement. Still keeping the principles and core concepts of ikebana, she will share some material and design ideas for the holidays that participants can use. In addition, Bellerud will […]

    $50.00
  • Featured

    Wreath Making Workshop & More: Dec 7th

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    Workshops

    Sunday, Dec 7, 2025, 2-4pm Get ready for the holidays by making a beautiful wreath to hang on your front door. The wreath can span as large as 26". The Gresham Japanese Garden offers a wide range of unique conifers and evergreen shrubs to choose from to make your wreath, complete with a handmade bow […]

    Get Tickets $60.00

  • Bonsai: Group Kobo

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    The Art of Bonsai

    We’re excited to unveil Group Kobo, the newest offering in our Art of Bonsai series. This drop‑in workshop invites you to bring your bonsai anytime between 1-4pm in a relaxed, collaborative environment at the Kyoudou Center. Group Kobo will end at 4pm, so arrive early enough to receive consultation. Whether you’re refining a bonsai’s shape, […]

    Get Tickets $20.00 14 tickets left

  • 2025 The Art of Bonsai: Dec-Thurs

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    The Art of Bonsai

    Bonsai Spruce Overview Nothing speaks to the holidays than a decorated spruce tree. This class will focus on spruces. Yes you can shape like a Christmas tree or take your art a different direction. Bonsai Master Bobby Curttright will share insights on styling based on the spruce you choose for the workshop. Wiring will be […]

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  • 2025 The Art of Bonsai: Dec-Sat

    Kyoudou Center 219 S. Main Avenue, Gresham, OR
    The Art of Bonsai

    Bonsai Spruce Overview Nothing speaks to the holidays than a decorated spruce tree. This class will focus on spruces. Yes you can shape like a Christmas tree or take your art a different direction. Bonsai Master Bobby Curttright will share insights on styling based on the spruce you choose for the workshop. Wiring will be […]

    Get Tickets $45.00 10 tickets left