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Author:  BrendanJ [ 14 Sep 2015, 10:57 ]
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I have a substantial Yew yamadori that is ready (I believe) to start its transformation into a Bonsai with its first carving and styling session this Oct. I have not done one of these before so am a little nervous and would like to attend suitable workshop with an experienced carver / stylist for guidance and hands on help if necessary
Can anyone suggest for me based on your own experience any suitable persons or workshops
I realise most of the bonsai centres organise workshops but I feel I need something specific for this. :Big Thumb:
http://i1146.photobucket.com/albums/o52 ... vxnaeo.jpg
Author:  Will [ 14 Sep 2015, 11:12 ]
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Corin @ Greenwoods does loads what not give him a call and have a chat he either comes to you or you to him see what he has to say I'm sure he will guide you in the right direction and he's very approachable lol
Author:  paulpash [ 14 Sep 2015, 11:47 ]
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I'd second Will's recommendation. He carved 2 big projects at the Bash (Escallonia & Hawthorn) that came out really well. If you are going to be doing a lot of carving in future you may need to invest in a Makita (die grinder) and dremel plus a range of cutters etc which isn't cheap.
Author:  Lee Brindley [ 14 Sep 2015, 14:41 ]
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Is this the big yew off Robert? I would highly recommend Will Baddeley to teach carving.
Author:  BrendanJ [ 14 Sep 2015, 16:36 ]
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Hi Lee,
Yes it was from Robert about a year ago, I repotted it this spring, chased the roots back and got it into vertical position That photo is just after repotting and other than that I just left it this year. It looks healthy enough, not dramatic growth but some all over and lots of back budding. I think its worked on the roots this year from when I have probed below the surface.
Do you know whether Simon Jones will be hosting a carving session with Will again this year?, that might be my opportunity,
Author:  BrendanJ [ 14 Sep 2015, 16:50 ]
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Hi Will & Paul
Corin is my other option and near my home town so Could fit in a visit to Mum!!
I also like some of the work Graham Potter has done at Kaizen, but its such a trek for me to Peterborough.
Paul I already invested in the Makita, now just waiting to blood it.
Ive been looking forward to this all year so want to get it right
Author:  corin [ 14 Sep 2015, 17:07 ]
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of course, as mentioned I will be happy to help you that's what you decide

But It needs styling, not just carving, I'm not sure it will need too much expanse of carving to achieve a good design

I will be posting photos up soon of the carving from this weekends demonstrations for people who couldn't make it
Author:  Bill [ 14 Sep 2015, 17:30 ]
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BrendanJ wrote:
I repotted it this spring, chased the roots back and got it into vertical position... It looks healthy enough, not dramatic growth but some all over and lots of back budding.

i wouldn't be too hasty with this, sounds like it could do with another season of growth to fully recover from the rootwork?
Author:  paulpash [ 15 Sep 2015, 11:24 ]
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I posted this a while back where Will B hangs out:

http://europeanbonsai.com/viewtopic.php ... 2&start=15

HTH

Paul
Author:  Lee Brindley [ 15 Sep 2015, 17:45 ]
Post subject:  Re: Yew Carving project Workshop
BrendanJ wrote:
Hi Lee,
Yes it was from Robert about a year ago, I repotted it this spring, chased the roots back and got it into vertical position That photo is just after repotting and other than that I just left it this year. It looks healthy enough, not dramatic growth but some all over and lots of back budding. I think its worked on the roots this year from when I have probed below the surface.
Do you know whether Simon Jones will be hosting a carving session with Will again this year?, that might be my opportunity,


Only just noticed the photo... Looking good! I told him not to sell that one! lol I recently asked Will and there are currently no plans for another workshop at Simon's. If you can get a handful of people together though, to pay for his time for a day, Will is very reasonable. Also, I would agree with Corin... I don't feel there is a great deal of carving to be done unless there is a particular plan you have in mind? I think that creating some shari would be the most beneficial thing to add some character. The other option is to hold on until next year and book a place at Burrs... Always lots of expert advice and help with carving and styling, plus a fantastic weekend.
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