Workshops
Workshops
Study bonsai
Hone your skills and practice bonsai with us at Tree Makers. All classes and workshops are run by bonsai professional Hugh Grant at the Tree Makers garden and school in the Blue Mountains, NSW.
Tree Makers is a place to practice and study bonsai on an ongoing basis. Think of us as your bonsai gym, a place to hone your skills and develop exceptional bonsai. We encourage students of all skill levels and experience to attend our educational offerings. Our study experiences focus on following the seasons and advancing your trees through their various stages of development.
See below our latest upcoming Workshop offerings
Open Study Workshops
These monthly workshops offer students space, time, and resources to study and practice bonsai under professional mentorship. Open Study Workshops align with bonsai techniques that are appropriate for both the given season and the species you choose to work with. You will be guided to respond to your tree’s stage of development and adjust your techniques and approach according to the tree’s progress over time.
Apart from a short introductory lecture at the beginning of the day, our workshops are hands-on, with much of the time spent responding to your trees. Our aim is to deliver you the ability to study bonsai with seasonally-specific techniques, design, and horticultural applications to help you elevate your bonsai and your experience.
Bring your own tree or, work on skill-specific trees selected for you from our garden.
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Additional workshops are added monthly
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Technical Workshops
Technical workshops are guided, technique-focused tutorial and workshop sessions that will engage students in discussions and activities related to specific bonsai techniques. These sessions are designed to deepen your understanding and application of concept and technique, broadening the possibilities of bonsai practice.
Our first round of Technical Workshop offerings will be released by June 8th
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One-one-one
Workshop
Engage with Hugh at Tree Makers Bonsai Studio immersively for a One-on-one private workshop at a reserved time of your choice. This study option allows for a completely tailor-made learning experience setting ground for you to delve deeper into critical bonsai practice. Sessions can involve; seasonal maintenance, practical techniques, styling & design, or repotting.
Day $550
Time slot options: 10am-5pm, or 2pm-9pm
Half day $300
Time slot Options: 10am-1pm, or 2pm-5pm, or 6pm-9pm
Home Visits
We can also come to you at a location such as your home to assist you with your tree work, offer tuition, or conduct styling and maintenance work.
For Private workshop home visit rates, contact us directly for a quote
Rates and travel fees will apply and will differ depending on location
