818-343-4090
Robert Pressler BYOT Classes
Classes meet from September to July on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, with the exception of October 5th, in 2 sessions; morning from 9:30am to 12 noon and afternoon from 1pm to 3:30. Each session is 2 1/2 hours and registration fee of $30 covers class materials, including the use of tools, soil, wire. Students can bring their own tree or use a tree from us.
Students will receive expert instruction on whatever seasonally appropriate techniques each tree requires. As each student brings different trees at different stages development, there is always a variety of skills being discussed, and students have the opportunity to learn from the class as a whole.
Due to the popularity of these classes and size restrictions, reservations must be made in advance by calling 818 343-4090, or emailing kimurabonsai64@gmail.com. Classes are limited to 8 participants so please sign up ahead of time.
Remember to keep an eye on our website and socials for info on Visiting Artist workshops, in which students will have an opportunity to learn from the finest bonsai from all around the world!
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We are always available for private one on one or small group sessions, corporate events and bonsai birthday parties for kids and adults! Contact us via phone or email for more details and to book your lesson or event!
Visiting Artist Michael Roberts Workshops and BYOT:
Visiting artist Michael Roberts holds monthly
workshops and BYOT classes. Focus on taking your bonsai
knowledge and trees to the next level these seasonally
appropriate techniques and processes, are scheduled on the
2nd Saturday of each month from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (unless
otherwise noted). Class sizes are limited to 8 participants and
require an advance reservation.
BYOT, (Bring Your Own Tree) sessions with Michael are scheduled on the 2nd Saturday of each month (unless otherwise noted *) following the morning workshop from 1-4. Participants will be limited to one or two trees depending on size of the tree and the work to be performed. Email vallecitohouse@me.com for more information.
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Workshop Descriptions
We open our facility throughout the year for visiting bonsai artists from all over the world who conduct often once-in-a-lifetime classes to bonsai students, as well as intensive study groups.
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​​​​October 11th – Michael Roberts ​ 2 BYOT Class sessions
Now is the time for past students to bring their workshop trees for post-summer clean up! All varieties, all styles should come back to class so students can trim, prune, and make a plan for the coming year. Students may book one or both sessions​​
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Session 1: 9:00 am – 12pm
Session 2: 1:00pm-4pm
$30 per person
limit 8 per session.
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November 13th and 14th Seth Nelson 2-day Intensive Workshop​​
​Seth Nelson returns to host another 2 day intensive workshop Thursday, November 13th and Friday, November 14th, from 9 to 3.
Seth completed a nearly six-year apprenticeship at Aichi-en Bonsai in Nagoya, Japan, under the guidance of Mr. Junichiro Tanaka. Before this, he was mentored by Jim Van Landingham, a specialist in tropical species. He has served as the curator of the James J. Smith collection at Heathcote Gardens in Ft. Pierce, Florida, where he managed a large collection of tropical bonsai trees.
Seth prioritizes the health and longevity of the tree. He focuses on balancing the strength of the trunk's flow with natural branch structures and utilizes minimal wiring to allow for organic growth and long-term health.
This class is limited to only 4 students, and spaces will fill quickly!
November 13th & 14th
$300 per person
limit 4 students
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November 15th Seth Nelson BYOT​​
Seth will lead a one day BYOT workshop on Saturday, November 15th from
9:00 to 3:00. This single day workshop is limited to 8 students, and is for those who can't make the intensive 2 day session. Students of all levels are welcome.
November 15th
$100 per person
limit 8 students
All class sizes are limited! To best serve you, please contact us
to reserve your time in advance.
(818) 343-4090 or email kimurabonsai64@gmail.com