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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Deadwood Creation, Carving, Cleaning, and Preservation Workshop In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to create and refine deadwood features that enhance age, character, and natural storytelling in bonsai. Deadwood work—when done thoughtfully—can highlight the tree’s movement, history, and resilience. What You Will Learn: 1. Understanding Deadwood in Bonsai We’ll begin with an overview […]
Deadwood Creation, Carving, Cleaning, and Preservation Workshop THIS WORKSHOP IS RESCHEDULED FROM THE 17TH, DUE TO THE INSTRUCTOR BEING SICK. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to create and refine deadwood features that enhance age, character, and natural storytelling in bonsai. Deadwood work—when done thoughtfully—can highlight the tree’s movement, history, and resilience. What […]
Repotting Deciduous Trees In this hands-on workshop, Bonsai Master Bobby Curttright will teach you the essential techniques for repotting deciduous bonsai. He will cover how to safely remove a tree from its pot, properly prune the roots, explain soil mixes, and position the tree to encourage healthy growth and strong structure. You will repot a […]
Repotting Deciduous Trees In this hands-on workshop, Bonsai Master Bobby Curttright will teach you the essential techniques for repotting deciduous bonsai. He will cover how to safely remove a tree from its pot, properly prune the roots, explain soil mixes, and position the tree to encourage healthy growth and strong structure. You will repot a […]
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 to work on, alongside a friendly community of fellow enthusiasts. Repotting should happen between February and March, just as buds swell, yet before leaves fully emerge. Bring your bonsai, and a […]
Repotting Conifer Trees In this hands-on workshop, Bonsai Master Bobby Curttright will teach you the essential techniques for repotting conifers. He will cover how to safely remove a tree from its pot, properly prune the roots, explain soil mixes, and position the tree to encourage healthy growth and strong structure. The specific conifer has not […]
Repotting Conifer Trees In this hands-on workshop, Bonsai Master Bobby Curttright will demonstate the essential techniques for repotting conifers. He will cover how to safely remove a tree from its […]
Making a Kusamono For this project, the kusamono features Vaccinium ovatum (Evergreen Huckleberry), a refined and seasonally expressive companion plant. As a kusamono, Vaccinium ovatum offers balance and softness beside […]
Making a Kusamono For this project, the kusamono features Vaccinium ovatum (Evergreen Huckleberry), a refined and seasonally expressive companion plant. As a kusamono, Vaccinium ovatum offers balance and softness beside […]
Group Kobo is a drop‑in workshop. Whether you’re refining a bonsai’s shape, practicing wiring, or planning future enhancements, you’ll receive expert guidance from GJG’s bonsai master, Bobby Curttright. alongside a […]
Spring Pine Work In this hands-on workshop, Bonsai Master Bobby Curttright will teach how to manage pine growth for bonsai this spring. He will cover single and multi-flush species, with a focus on decandling techniques to shape and maintain healthy, beautiful pines. Your take-home project will be a Pinus thunbergii. This workshop it will be […]
Spring Pine Work In this hands-on workshop, Bonsai Master Bobby Curttright will demonstrate how to manage pine growth for bonsai this spring. He will cover single and multi-flush species, with a focus on decandling techniques to shape and maintain healthy, beautiful pines. Your take-home project will be a Pinus thunbergii. This workshop it will be […]