The Bonsai Society of Western Australia Inc.
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Live Bonsai Master Demonstration – One Night Only!
International bonsai master Koji Hiramatsu is coming to Western Australia as part of his tour from Japan, and this is your chance to witness true artistry in action!
The Bonsai Society of Western Australia is proud to host a public demonstration where you’ll watch a world-class professional transform a tree before your eyes — shaping, styling, and revealing its hidden beauty live on stage. This is a rare opportunity to see elite bonsai techniques up close and learn from one of the best in the craft.
Location: Belmont Park Tennis Club Time: 6:30pm Bonus: The bar will be open, and everyone is welcome!
Whether you’re a seasoned grower or simply curious about the art of bonsai, this is an evening of inspiration you won’t want to miss. Come along, bring friends, and experience the magic of bonsai mastery live!
About the demonstrator
Koji Hiramatsu is the fourth-generation head of Hiramatsu Shunshoen, a bonsai garden with a 150-year legacy. He has traveled extensively—not only across Japan but also to Europe, the U.S., Eastern Europe, and Asia—as an instructor at exhibitions and workshops, sharing his deep knowledge and refined techniques to promote bonsai culture around the world.
The education course is designed to fast track bonsai newcomers and help them receive a grounding of the basics in bonsai, especially in Western Australia.
The basics of bonsai will be covered over the course of one day.
For the practical session you can choose to bring along your own tree to work on or have a shimpaku juniper and pot included in the ticket price. You will be mentored to create or develop your own bonsai to take home and nurture. We hope to whet your appetite for more and the love of bonsai will become a life long passion. The course is broken down into 5 sections and will cover most of the areas you need to know to get started in bonsai. Different speakers will address you in the morning and assist you in the afternoon workshop session. The course numbers are limited and are run for new members, people who need a refresher, and interested members of the public. Course Syllabus
Each student will work with a mentor who will assist with wiring, styling and potting of a tree for students to take home.
Location: Manning Community Centre, 2 Conochie Cr, Manning WA 6152
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