Babylonstoren Workshops 2017 - The art of Bonsai

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TIME:    10h00
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Bonsai is an artistic representation of a mature tree that suggests a scene in nature. South Africa has a rich tradition in this art form and has developed its own style of bonsai that isrecognised abroad.
Presented by: Willem Pretorius, president of the South African Bonsai Association, members of the fraternity &Ernst van Jaarsveld

We were also one of the first countries outside the East to start growing its own bonsai with local species. Come join this workshop with Willem Pretorius as host and learn how to create your own bonsai. Several different styles will be on show and you will learn how to prune, care for and maintain bonsai.
Lunch will be served at the Greenhouse Restaurant and is included in the price. For hotel guests, the workshopisincluded in your stay, butkindlybook your placeat reservations@babylonstoren.com.

TV screen synopsis:
Becoming Edward Scissorhands: shape your own bonsai