In this introduction to Bonsai, students will gain an understanding of what the art of bonsai is, learn the basics of care, design and upkeep of a bonsai tree.
If you have ever wanted to learn about Bonsai, this is your opportunity. We will be discussing the history, science, and art of this ancient creative form. In taking this class, you will learn how to develop, care for, and maintain a bonsai tree. Hands on is the only way to learn this art form, so be ready to get some dirt under your fingernails. We will be working with nursery stock Japanese maples, pruning, potting, and styling them into a starter-bonsai that you will take home with you. You will come away from class with a strong foundational knowledge of this art form, an understanding of and appreciation for the relationship between caretaker and tree, and your very own Bonsai.
Kai Potter is a writer, surfer, artist, and garden designer who has been practicing bonsai for over twenty years. He has a collection of trees he’s grown, gathered from the wild, and inherited, all kept in a Japanese-style garden he built in Wellfleet.
2023/05/17 - 2023/05/17
Truro Center for the Arts
10 Meetinghouse Road, Truro, MA 02666