November 2018
Founded 2001 Incorporated 2002
Presidents Notes
Paul Showell President. 0429 016 729 Helen Wheeler Secretary 54 762286 David Rojo Treasurer 0458 811 205 Newsletter– GoldfieldsBonsaiSociety GBS Facebook page
Hello Members, Well newsletter is that late it is after the event. I won’t have pictures from Sunday on this one as I’ll need some for Dec/Jan. Last month’s meeting we had David give a talk on one of his passions Azaleas. He brought a beautiful display of trees for us to admire as well as a couple from other members to add to the display. I’m sorry I don’t have the notes from the day but I’m sure David is only too willing to provide advice to anyone who needs a few tips. We also did some last minute preparation on some trees for the Spring Exhibition and generally had a great turn out for the day. Bendigo Bonsai Club hosted International Bonsai Artist Will Baddeley on Saturday 27th October. Will is renowned for his carving skills and did a workshop in the morning and Demonstration in the afternoon after lunch. It was an excellent day with the Bendigo Club once again being fabulous hosts. Helen, Trevor, David R, Jean, Ian, Shrua, David and Sidney and Myself enjoyed a masterclass of carving. Hopefully next year Trevor can show us what he learned on the day. One week later we had our Spring Exhibition. Held at the old tea rooms in the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens, over the Melbourne Cup long weekend, the weather was very pleasant and the turnout from Members new and old to help over the three days including setup was outstanding. Thankyou to all who gave up some time even when not displaying trees to assist in the setup on Friday. I think every Member who was in the state turned up over the weekend to help at one point or another. Numbers through the door were consistent over the two days and the sales area also did very well. I think we still need to get a few more developed bonsai into the sales area, as the ones there all sold. Feedback from the public was excellent again, everyone enjoyed the members willingness to talk and answer questions and the friendly spirit within the club always gets noticed. We had 18 people put their email details down for the newsletter, two of these also came to our breakup, and one new member signed up on the day, so hopefully we get a few more new faces around next year. Our Facebook page has also passed 500 likes and follows so there are plenty of bonsai enthusiasts out there wanting to see what we are doing and exhibiting. That’s enough from me, I wont be seeing you on Sunday until the 20th of January 2019. I’ll put out a Xmas edition with photos from our breakup in Dec . Paul
November Meeting David’s azaleas.
Will Baddeley carving Workshops and Demonstration at Bendigo
2018 Spring Exhibition Photos by Trevor, Val, Simon and Paul
32nd AABC National Bonsai Convention Have you ever wondered how the unique flora of Australia can be adapted to the ancient Japanese art of Bonsai? Come and learn how this is done and see some of the best native bonsai in Australia on display. Join the Victorian Native Bonsai Club Inc with guest headline demonstrator Ryan Neil, when it hosts the 32nd Australian National Bonsai Convention. The theme of the Convention is Australian Natives Breaking Through The Bonsai Ceiling and that is exactly what will be emphasised during the Convention. Find out more by downloading this information booklet or fill in the form below to enquire. You can download this registration form and send it back to us at VNBC via email or post.
Master Class Workshops Ryan will hold two Master Class Workshops. One on Friday 17th May, and one on Monday 20th May. The workshops will be run from 9.00am till 4.00pm on both Friday and Monday. The workshops will involve Ryan and eight Participants, and will not be open to Observers. Lunch will be supplied. It is anticipated that the workshops will be more suitable for enthusiasts who have a good level of experience, and who will be working on more advanced bonsai material. This is a one off opportunity to spend a whole day with a world renowned bonsai professional with minimal distractions. Please note: Master class Workshops are available only to Convention registrants.
Local Demonstrator Workshops Hugh will run open workshops with the opportunity for observers to sit in on the sessions. These workshops are tailored to all levels of experience. Please note: All workshop material to be Australian natives only. We may be able to assist in sourcing suitable material for you if required.
Goldfields Bonsai Society Program 2019 January 20th—Welcome to the new year. Bring a native to work on and discus February 17th– AGM, Paul might have some show and tell from Japan? Rest of the year still to be decided.