September 2016 Nursery trip this Sunday 18th, Monegeetta 11:30am
Founded 2001 Incorporated 2002
Presidents Notes
Paul Showell President. 54 705545 Glenn Williams Secretary 54 722123 David Rojo Treasurer 54 285271 Newsletter– GoldfieldsBonsaiSociety GBS Facebook page
Hello Members, What a soggy start to Spring we are having, we’ve had nearly 5 inches of rain and counting in Castlemaine. It looks like it will be the best year we have seen in the last twenty years for the native wildflowers of the area. The orchids are having a great year, the early species have nearly finished like the greenhoods but over the next few weeks the spiders will be coming out and it should be spectacular. If you get the chance, get into the forests around Central Victoria. Last month we had an excellent demonstration and workshop with Diederik. Diederik’s message was to not get caught out trying to create a tree to soon and to develop the trunk before worrying about branching. We were all given an opportunity to study a maple tree, from Diederik’s nursery which have been developed over eight years, and look for the new leader. It was daunting for some of us in making that big decision. Where to cut? Our thanks always to Diederik for his willingness to let us novices work on his trees. There is no better way to learn than to be forced to make the decisions that will shape the future of a tree. We also said goodbye for now, to our longtime member and friend Tom. Tom is in the last throws of his move to the Geelong area. Hopefully Tom will be able to make it back to visit us on occasion, but for now we wish him the very best in his move. Geelong Bonsai Club will be benefiting from his vast horticultural, pottery and bonsai knowledge. This month as always, due to the unavailability of the hall, will be our annual visit to one of our members homes to see their collections and enjoy a relaxing time together. David and Trish have invited the members to visit their home in Monegeetta. Glenn has put the details together so please turns to page four for the itinerary. Unfortunately the Showell’s won’t be able to join you but I’m sure you’ll have a great day out. That’s enough from me, I hope you are all well and have an enjoyable day out on Sunday. Paul
August Meeting August Meeting. Maple Trunk Selection Workshop with Diederik. Sunday's meeting was a standout. Diederik had everyone thinking outside the box and consolidating an artistic process so significant in the development of a Bonsai, "the Trunk". Diederik brought along some impressive examples to demonstrate what thoughtful selection and patience can create. The workshop included selecting a Maple or two from a large selection of 8 year old clip and grow maples. Each tree had a well established trunk with numerous branches including any number of possibilities as a new leader. It took a little time but with some coaxing everyone was soon picking and choosing, cutting and clipping and ultimately looking at a trunk of their making. Well done to all for keeping the faith, each month sees us moving forward and building on our skills while keeping things low key and so very enjoyable Many thanks to Diederik for once again providing another excellent workshop, we are so very fortunate to have such a masterful demonstrator in our small yet highly enthusiastic group. Regards Glenn. Thanks Alli and Ron for the extra photos.
FAREWELL and BEST WISHES TOM. Last month at our August meeting we farewelled one of our original and most dedicated members. Tom Cockram is a Bonsai enthusiast of some 60 years. He has given freely of his knowledge and time and has donated many trees and pots along with an extraordinary selection of books and magazines. Tom has a unique way of doing things, it is always intended to assist, instruct and to pass on a wealth of knowledge that all have benefited from. Tom is moving close to family in Geelong, he will obviously continue to work with Bonsai and will reinvigorate his love of Pottery. Tom will keep in touch and be back from time to time but basing himself with Geelong Bonsai. Tom, we are excited for You and wish You all the very best for the future. We Thankyou for all Your efforts over the years. Regards, Paul, Glenn, David and All at GBS.
Goldfields Bonsai Society Club Library I have added a list of the books in our library below, there are also over 100 Bonsai Focus magazines and others. I will endeavour to bring the books with me to each meeting but if you want to be sure please let me know before hand. All the books in this library have been donated by various members so lets all make use of this fantastic facility and also increase our knowledge and enjoyment of the art. Paul author_details
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Lewis, Colin|Joyce, Dave Yoshimura, Yuji|Halford, Giovanna M. Rothery, Pax Lindsay & Maggie Books, Sunset Magazines &|Books, Sunset Roger, Alan Tomlinson, Harry Adams, Peter D. Coussins, Craig Owen, Gordon Treasure, Martin Chan, Peter Chan, Peter Lesniewicz, Paul Tomlinson, Harry Norman, Ken Ee, Su Chin|Collin, Lewis Norman, Ken Lewis, Colin|Sutherland, Neil Stewart, Christine Owen, Gordon Coussins, Craig Liew, Walter Gustafson, Herb Sampson, Brian Prescott, David Albek, Morten
Art of Bonsai Design, The Art of Bonsai: Creation, Care and Enjoyment, The Australian Gardener's Guide to Bonsai, The Bonsai Bonsai Bonsai 101 Essential Tips Bonsai Design: Deciduous And Coniferous Trees Bonsai For Beginners Bonsai Identifier, The Bonsai Life Histories: The Lives of Over 50 Bonsai Trees in Photos and Words Bonsai Masterclass BONSAI, THE ART OF GROWING AND KEEPING MINIATURE TREES Bonsai: The Complete Guide to Art and Technique Complete Book of Bonsai, The Create Your Own Bonsai Creating Bonsai Landscapes: 18 Miniature Garden Projects Essential Bonsai: Grow Your Own Bonsai A Practical Guide Growing and Displaying Bonsai Growing Bonsai GROWING CLASSIC BONSAI. Handbook of Bonsai, The Living Art of Bonsai, The Miniature Bonsai Miniature Trees with Imagination Pocket Bonsai: Care Shaping Repotting Species Shohin Bonsai: Majesty in Miniature: Unlocking the Secrets of Small Trees
Yea Garden Expo. 24th & 25th Sept, 10 am – 4 pm. Yea Racecourse. Adults $5 kids free. Bonsai Society of Victoria annual exhibition Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill. $5 entry. Sat 8th October 9am—5pm, Sun. 9th October 9am—4pm. Not to be missed. Ballarat Bonsai Exhibition Saturday 29th of October 2016 10am - 5pm Sunday 30th of October 10am - 4pm Robert Clark Centre in the Botanical Gardens at Lake Wendouree in Gillies Street North, opposite the Glass House.
Nursery trip this Sunday 18th The following is the days schedule Arrive David and Trish Rojo's 11:30am contacts 0354285271 and mobile 0407285280 1688 Cnr Lancefield and Kilmore Rd Monegeetta, Yellow house. Welcome wander around the garden. 1230 Lunch. Please bring an easy to eat lunch and a little something to share. David and Trish said they would put on some scones and a cuppa. At 13:30pm Drive to Dicksonia Rare Plants 686 Mt Macedon Rd 54263075. Next. Mount Macedon Bonsai (Malcolm Butler's) 4 Cheniston Rd Mt Macedon 54261560 After that we shall see what happens depending on the time.