Thebonsaished
Back in 2006 ,I became not just interested in small trees in pots, but absolutely mesmerised and totally consumed by the idea of having my own forest in my back yard.
Taken under Nobu Kajiwara’s wing, whilst introducing myself to bonsai as a beginner on a course via Mak’e bonsai Owned by Mark D’Cruz.
Nobu and Mark introduced me to their translation of bonsai.
I used to attend as much as possible , to assist and help out whereever possible, getting a hands approach with anything I could, Being exposed to as many styles, techniques and methods that master Nobu and Mark could demonstrate, during these sessions I was introduced to many amazing artists.
Being curious I visited via website or location as many other bonsai artists.
The main inspirations I found at this time were Graham Potter, Will Baddeley ,Kevin Wilson, Peter Warren and John Hanby.All of these amazing artists had their own views and styles, that stood me in good stead for the next chapter in my bonsai interests.
In 2012 I decided to look for a space to display this mad and very contagious obsession, I searched for a while locally in Surrey and fortunately fell upon an old Garden centre called
Hill Park Rose Centre.
Approximately 30 acres of green land used for hybrid and original strains of English roses, a family run business run for nearly 50 years.
I initially settled in with approximately 60 assorted trees in a small Polly tunnel with a make shift tent knock together very roughly using local bits of wood and tarpaulin , my trees were then arranged on stages using wooden palettes , that achieve a very suitable viewing level and made better space and ease of watering. I then started to work there on my days off.
During this time here, some of the clients passed by and inquired , discussed and started to visit regularly.
Before I knew it ...those that came regularly, developed a relationship then asked for help & advice .
This was the start of THE BONSAI SHED .
We now operate mainly on Sundays with a loyal and very diverse collection of like minded enthusiasts with a very wide range of skills, from a mere beginner to some very accomplished bonsai hobbyists.
ANYBODY is welcome we do not charge but suggest donations are offered whilst our time & advice is seeked, basic materials, equipment and some workshops are covered by your donations.
Information is distributed via Facebook and this web page so please keep browsing regularly.
We are looking forward to meeting and chatting with you when you visit the Bonsaished .
If not with a tree , just pop in for a cup of tea or bacon butty .
See you soon !
Taken under Nobu Kajiwara’s wing, whilst introducing myself to bonsai as a beginner on a course via Mak’e bonsai Owned by Mark D’Cruz.
Nobu and Mark introduced me to their translation of bonsai.
I used to attend as much as possible , to assist and help out whereever possible, getting a hands approach with anything I could, Being exposed to as many styles, techniques and methods that master Nobu and Mark could demonstrate, during these sessions I was introduced to many amazing artists.
Being curious I visited via website or location as many other bonsai artists.
The main inspirations I found at this time were Graham Potter, Will Baddeley ,Kevin Wilson, Peter Warren and John Hanby.All of these amazing artists had their own views and styles, that stood me in good stead for the next chapter in my bonsai interests.
In 2012 I decided to look for a space to display this mad and very contagious obsession, I searched for a while locally in Surrey and fortunately fell upon an old Garden centre called
Hill Park Rose Centre.
Approximately 30 acres of green land used for hybrid and original strains of English roses, a family run business run for nearly 50 years.
I initially settled in with approximately 60 assorted trees in a small Polly tunnel with a make shift tent knock together very roughly using local bits of wood and tarpaulin , my trees were then arranged on stages using wooden palettes , that achieve a very suitable viewing level and made better space and ease of watering. I then started to work there on my days off.
During this time here, some of the clients passed by and inquired , discussed and started to visit regularly.
Before I knew it ...those that came regularly, developed a relationship then asked for help & advice .
This was the start of THE BONSAI SHED .
We now operate mainly on Sundays with a loyal and very diverse collection of like minded enthusiasts with a very wide range of skills, from a mere beginner to some very accomplished bonsai hobbyists.
ANYBODY is welcome we do not charge but suggest donations are offered whilst our time & advice is seeked, basic materials, equipment and some workshops are covered by your donations.
Information is distributed via Facebook and this web page so please keep browsing regularly.
We are looking forward to meeting and chatting with you when you visit the Bonsaished .
If not with a tree , just pop in for a cup of tea or bacon butty .
See you soon !
