In person pruning workshop with Francheska Snyder on Tsuru Island. Discover how to prune broadleaf evergreens especially in an overgrown landscape. In the Pacific Northwest our evergreen shrubs can grow out of control. Francheska will show you how to prune your shrubs so they keep their beauty, and/or get them back to a manageable environment. […]
Ikebana is one of the traditional Japanese art forms that uses plant and other materials and was established in the 15th century though the origin goes back farther. . Ikebana has three main components: the natural material (flowers, tree branches, leaves, or conifer needles), the vase, and the kendzan (a device for strengthening the stem […]
The art of Japanese bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy, religion, and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience, nobility, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for […]
The art of Japanese bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy, religion, and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience, nobility, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for […]
The workshop will be limited to 12 participants with two instructors for an optimal learning experience. Bring pruner, snippers, gloves, and a bag lunch. Be prepared to work all day. Students can take breaks when needed, and a lunch break is built into the time. A restroom is available onsite. Driving Directions: Once you turn […]
Ikebana is one of the traditional Japanese art forms that uses plant and other materials and was established in the 15th century though the origin goes back farther. . Ikebana has three main components: the natural material (flowers, tree branches, leaves, or conifer needles), the vase, and the kendzan (a device for strengthening the stem […]
The art of Japanese bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy, religion, and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience, nobility, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for […]
The art of Japanese bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy, religion, and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience, nobility, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for […]
‘The Nature of Haiku’ Workshop with Michael Dylan Welch - In Person Michael Dylan Welch takes you on an exploration of haiku poetry in English with an emphasis on the seasonal and nature-focused aspects of this poetry, covering such techniques as kigo (season words), kireji (cutting words or a two-part juxtapositional structure), and shasei (primarily […]
Ikebana is one of the traditional Japanese art forms that uses plant and other materials and was established in the 15th century though the origin goes back farther. . Ikebana has three main components: the natural material (flowers, tree branches, leaves, or conifer needles), the vase, and the kendzan (a device for strengthening the stem […]
The art of Japanese bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy, religion, and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience, nobility, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for […]
The art of Japanese bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy, religion, and aesthetics harmonizing and complimenting each other. Bonsai is more than just an art form – it is a way of life and thinking; a way of cultivating patience, nobility, and sympathy – and this is the reason why bonsai is important for […]
Ikebana is one of the traditional Japanese art forms that uses plant and other materials and was established in the 15th century though the origin goes back farther. . Ikebana has three main components: the natural material (flowers, tree branches, leaves, or conifer needles), the vase, and the kendzan (a device for strengthening the stem […]
Manga: Brief History & Animation Workshop Get inspired, learn drawing techniques with others as we gather at Gresham Japanese Garden's newly remodeled Kyoudou Center to celebrate the art of Manga and its rich cultural history in Japan and the impact it has had on today’s pop culture. It is a two-day workshop from 9:00am - […]
Watch Laura Dufala with Bentwood Tree Farm unlock the hidden character of pine trees, both for the aesthetics and the health of the pine tree. Laura will work on black, white, and shore pines on Tsuru Island. Laura Dufala Laura arrived in the Willamette Valley after growing up on the family’s potato farm in Southeastern […]
