Seth Behner will be teaching as well as Jim Doyle.  Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course.  History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece.  A great “refresher course.”  Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.

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Saturday, February 24

Saturday, April 13

Saturday, June 22—TROPICALS

Saturday, July 20

Saturday, September 21

Saturday, October 12

Saturday, November 2

Saturday, November 16—TROPICALS

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9:30am-4:00pm

Cost: $110

Special—Two students from the same family: $190

Seth Behner will be teaching as well as Jim Doyle.  Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course.  History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece.  A great “refresher course.”  Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.

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Saturday, February 24

Saturday, April 13

Saturday, June 22—TROPICALS

Saturday, July 20

Saturday, September 21

Saturday, October 12

Saturday, November 2

Saturday, November 16—TROPICALS

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9:30am-4:00pm

Cost: $110

Special—Two students from the same family: $190

The small but mighty San Jose Juniper is the first part of this special workshop. Finishing up with a tree you bring or purchase. He will also be the guest artist for our fall festival. 

For more info, check out Hugo’s Bio HERE.

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Friday, October 25

9:30am-5:00pm

Cost: $180

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF HUGO’S CLASSES FOR $290

Hugo, who is from Mexico, studied with Kunio Kobayashi of Shunkaen Bonsai. His skill and artistic ability makes him sought out throughout the world. Come study with him at Nature’s Way.

For more info, check out Hugo’s Bio HERE.

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Thursday, October 24

9:30am-5:00pm

Cost: $130

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF HUGO’S CLASSES FOR $290

This Tufa Rock that is 100 million years old was collected in Ohio. This Saikai workshop is an informative design, and planting course. Rock, plants, muck, and soil are all included. Bring your own moss to use and share.

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Saturday, October 5

9:30am-3:00pm

Cost: $120

Focus on both temperate or tropical design with this gifted artist. Bring your own or purchase from our selection. A fun and informative day.

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Sunday, September 29

10:00am-5:00pm

Cost: $70

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF YAMIL’S CLASSES FOR $110

This true artist is supplying special selected trees from Puerto Rico. Yamil will guide each student with history, care, and styling for present and future. Another great teacher returns!

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Saturday, September 28

9:30am-4:00pm

Cost: $60 + Cost of Tree

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF YAMIL’S CLASSES FOR $110

Seth Behner will be teaching as well as Jim Doyle.  Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course.  History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece.  A great “refresher course.”  Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.

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Saturday, February 24

Saturday, April 13

Saturday, June 22—TROPICALS

Saturday, July 20

Saturday, September 21

Saturday, October 12

Saturday, November 2

Saturday, November 16—TROPICALS

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9:30am-4:00pm

Cost: $110

Special—Two students from the same family: $190

Take your trees to the next level or establish their first design with this talented artist. Hidden wire technique course comes to light.

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Sunday, September 15

10:00am-5:00pm

Cost: $130

Take your trees to the next level or establish their first design with this talented artist. Hidden wire technique course comes to light.

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Saturday, September 14

9:30am-5:00pm

Cost: $130

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF MAURO’S CLASSES FOR $240

Take your trees to the next level or establish their first design with this talented artist. Hidden wire technique course comes to light.

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Saturday, September 14

9:30am-5:00pm

Cost: $130

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF MAURO’S CLASSES FOR $240

This two-part class promises to be special. Morning is BYOT(s) followed by a free demonstration, and Suthin’s entertaining way with trees and people. (Pizza Included.)

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Saturday, August 3

9:00am-12:30pm

Cost: $70

••• Summer Style w/ Suthin

1:30pm-4:00pm

Cost: FREE

Is there a class you’d like to take that is SOLD OUT? Join the WAITLIST here.

Rare Pusch Norway Spruce (Conifer of the Year in 2008) and selected Maple species are included with this workshop. Students may also bring two of their personal trees for advice and styling. 

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Friday, August 2

9:30am-4:00pm

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Cost $220

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF SUTHIN’S CLASSES FOR $320

Is there a class you’d like to take that is SOLD OUT? Join the WAITLIST here.

We are honored to have Suthin guide students to better design. This special teacher adds a lot of fun to each session. Sign up early!

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Thursday, August 1

9:30am-5:00pm

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Cost: $130

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF SUTHIN’S CLASSES FOR $320

Is there a class you’d like to take that is SOLD OUT? Join the WAITLIST here.

Seth Behner will be teaching as well as Jim Doyle.  Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course.  History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece.  A great “refresher course.”  Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.

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Saturday, February 24

Saturday, April 13

Saturday, June 22—TROPICALS

Saturday, July 20

Saturday, September 21

Saturday, October 12

Saturday, November 2

Saturday, November 16—TROPICALS

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9:30am-4:00pm

Cost: $110

Special—Two students from the same family: $190

David and Jim have a combined experience of almost 100 years! They both have set up many symposium exhibits, displayed individually, and advised many other artists. Both have been inspired by Sudo in Keido. History, guidelines, and interactive hands-on arrangements will be discussed and set up. Display items will be supplied. Students may bring their own trees on for advice.  Display tables will be offered at a greatly reduced pricing. Special Sudo Keido informative calendar included.

For more info, check out David’s Bio HERE.

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Sunday, July 14

10:00am-3:00pm

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Cost: $70

Create either a 16in x 12in x 9in (LWH) -OR- 16in x 12in x 6in (LWH) bonsai table with Walnut or Cherry with a Dark Rosewood finish. Materials will be prepared in advance for you to focus on the finish work in the allotted time. These sell for much more. This class not only allows you to learn about the art form and get involved in its creation, it also saves you money. Class size is limited to first six students. Choice of Material will be determined via lottery day of class. Full description on NWN website.

For more info, check out David’s Bio HERE.

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Saturday, July 13

1:00pm-4:00pm

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Cost: $415

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF DAVID’S CLASSES FOR $800

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The stands and tables will be pre-finished. Participants will be assembling them and taking home a piece of a quality that can be used in the highest level exhibitions. They can be used to display a variety of objects, bonsai, viewing stones, or kusamono. David will begin the workshop with a short description of how they were produced to get them ready for the assembly process.

Participants will be given a choice on a first to register basis. The stands and tables vary in style, type of wood, size, details, and color tone. Please read the descriptions carefully.

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Version 1 — (16” x 12” x 9”) There are three available.

Two are Walnut with a dark rosewood finish 

One is Cherry with a dark rosewood finish

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Version 2—(16” x 12” x 6”) There are three available.

Two are Walnut with a dark rosewood finish

One is Cherry with a dark rosewood finish

Create your own two level display stand with Mahogany or Walnut with a Dark Rosewood finish— Bottom: 31in x 8.5in x 12in (LWH), Top: 11in x 8.5in (LW) -OR- 22in x 6in x 9in (LWH). David is arguably America’s BEST display table artists. Materials are prepared in advance for you to finish in the allotted time. Class size is limited to six students. Choice of Material will be determined via lottery day of class.

For more info, check out David’s Bio HERE.

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Saturday, July 13

9:00am-12:00pm

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Cost: $410

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF DAVID’S CLASSES FOR $800

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The stands and tables will be pre-finished. Participants will be assembling them and taking home a piece of a quality that can be used in the highest level exhibitions. They can be used to display a variety of objects, bonsai, viewing stones, or kusamono. David will begin the workshop with a short description of how they were produced to get them ready for the assembly process.

Participants will be given a choice on a first to register basis. The stands and tables vary in style, type of wood, size, details, and color tone. Please read the descriptions carefully.

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There are two versions available. Both have carved pseudo bamboo posts and edging on the shelves.

Version 1 — (31” x 8.5” x 12”) high. The top shelf is (11” x 8.5”). These  can be used to display full size shohin or slightly larger bonsai. There are four available:

• Two are genuine Mahogany with a dark finish (as pictured).

• Two are Walnut with a dark rosewood finish.

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Version 2 — (22” x 6” x 9” ) high It is identical in design to the one pictured but a smaller size good to display small shohin or mame bonsai. There are two available:

• One is genuine mahogany with a dark finish.

• One is Nicaraguan rosewood, a beautiful, highly figured dark brown wood .

Antique marble trays, Ying Tak rock, and plants to make a simple composition. This is a rare one time opportunity to go back in time with an artist who taught in China.

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Sunday, June 30

10:00am-2:00pm

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Cost: $200

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF JENNIFER’S CLASSES FOR $400

California volcanic rock will be sculpted using power tools, hammer and chisel, and more.  After, the planting composition begins.  Take home a unique saikei. Please bring your own moss.

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Saturday, June 29

9:30am-5:00pm

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Cost: $220

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF JENNIFER’S CLASSES FOR $400

Seth Behner will be teaching as well as Jim Doyle.  Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course.  History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece.  A great “refresher course.”  Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.

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Saturday, February 24

Saturday, April 13

Saturday, June 22—TROPICALS

Saturday, July 20

Saturday, September 21

Saturday, October 12

Saturday, November 2

Saturday, November 16—TROPICALS

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9:30am-4:00pm

Cost: $110

Special—Two students from the same family: $190

This is Mark’s first time here. His reputation as a great teacher and communicator ensures this workshop will be fun and informative.

For more info, check out Mark’s Bio HERE.

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Sunday, June 9

10:00am-5:00pm

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Cost: $110

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF MARK’S CLASSES FOR $200

Yamadori is one of Mark’s specialities. Enjoy his quiet and enthusiastic teaching style. Trees will be discounted for this special workshop. In addition, you may bring a tree for advice. To learn more about Mark, check out his bio on our website.

For more info, check out Mark’s Bio HERE.

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Saturday, June 8

9:30am-5:00pm

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Cost: $100 + Tree

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF MARK’S CLASSES FOR $200

We welcome back an opportunity to work with this former bonsai curator for the Montreal Botanical Garden. David’s experience with technique and styling is respected throughout the world. Free lecture to follow at 7pm.

For more info, check out David’s Bio HERE.

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Friday, May 17

9:30am-4:30pm

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Cost: $130

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF DAVID’S CLASSES FOR $320

Two Gallon “Folker’s Select” Gingko Biloba (from British Columbia) & Hypericum (St. John’s Wort) are the focus for this workshop with a great teacher from Montreal. To learn more about David, check out his bio on our website. You may also bring a tree for advice.

For more info, check out David’s Bio HERE.

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Thursday, May 16

9:30am-4:00pm

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Cost: $210

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF DAVID’S CLASSES FOR $320