24TH NATIONAL BONSAI CONVENTION PERTH, 20th - 23rd MAY 2011

24TH NATIONAL BONSAI CONVENTION PERTH, 20th - 23rd MAY 2011 Proudly Hosted by BONSAI SOCIETY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA INC In Partnership with The Association of Australian Bonsai Clubs Ltd

Welcome The Bonsai Society of Western Australia is looking forward to hosting the 24 th AABC Ltd Convention in our Port City of Fremantle. Our chosen theme is Come Together. This represents what is happening to bonsai throughout the world today. With the advent of internet technology and cheaper travel, the world of bonsai is more accessible to everyone and we are more readily able to Come Together to meet. During the convention we are going to celebrate the coming together of: Firstly The different philosophies and styles of bonsai cultivation from different cultures within our region. In this case, China, Japan and Australia. It is important that we appreciate and understand the reasoning behind the different ways bonsai are grown and maintained by our regional neighbours. Secondly The different species we use for bonsai here in Australia, and especially Western Australia. Our native species and the more traditional species found overseas are now being found together in our bonsai collections. In our large exhibition and the local demonstrations there will be an emphasis on our native bonsai. And thirdly The coming together once again of our bonsai family. To renew old friendships or make new friends for life and mutually develop our minds in the ways of Bonsai and Suiseki. We look forward to having Mr Min Hsuan Lo from Taiwan as the International headline demonstrator. He will bring with him the philosophies and development of bonsai from the Chinese perspective. Megumi Bennett from Sydney will be the national demonstrator. Megumi is Australia s only Nippon Bonsai Association qualified instructor and will convey the Japanese way in creating bonsai. As an additional bonus, Bonseki master Yasuko Aoki is visiting Australia for the last time and will demonstrate her skilful ancient art to us and the public of WA We have introduced some new ideas to the programme which promise to provide delegates with the opportunity to enhance their bonsai knowledge. They include having demonstrator critiques of Exhibition trees, a Masterclass for advanced delegates and Workshop options which include Bonseki sessions. We hope knowledge gained from these extras will be taken back to your clubs and shared with the members. Pre and post tours have been sourced with the interest of bonsai and suiseki in mind, to encourage a longer stay in our wonderful state. We invite everyone to Come Together to learn plenty, have lots of enjoyment, and support the AABC Ltd. By attending the national convention, the main source of AABC Ltd funding, every delegate is supporting the continuation of the Visiting Tutor Programme that assists the extension of bonsai knowledge Australia wide. We look forward to seeing all of you in Fremantle 2011 when we Come Together through our mutual love for all that is Bonsai and Suiseki.

Min Hsuan Lo Min Hsuan Lo was born in 1956 in China. His family bonsai nursery was built by his father in 1947. As a child, Lo was at his father s side learning the art of bonsai. After graduating from the Chinese University with a degree in Chinese literature, Lo returned home to work in the family bonsai business to develop his bonsai skills. He began teaching bonsai in Taiwan in 1992, and in 2001 he joined the Ken Kuo Technical University as a bonsai instructor. In 2004, he became the bonsai teacher at Pei Tou Community University. He was one of the founders of the Taiwan Bonsai Creator Association which was started in 1998, and became its Chairman in 2007-2008, and he is currently its Honorary Chairman. TBCA is the most active & powerful bonsai association in Taiwan. Every member must pass a rigorous bonsai competition. Currently TBCA has 134 professional bonsai artists. Lo has had a number of articles published in BCI, International Bonsai, Bonsai Focus and other international Bonsai magazines. He became a member of the BCI editorial staff and was elected to the BCI Board of Directors in 2007. He was given the BCI s 2007 Artist, Writer & Photographer s award; the Art of Bonsai Grand prize; and the TBCA grand prize in 2008. He served as the General Chairman of the 10th Asia Pacific Bonsai and Suiseki Convention & Exhibition in Taiwan 2009. He is also the Technical Consultant of the National Bonsai Association of Taiwan. Lo is famous for the so called LO S STYLE, with lots of vertical curves that appear in large old trees. This unique style was developed from a combination of collected old trees, along with the beauty line from the Chinese calligraphy and life philosophy of ancient Chinese philosophers. Min Hsuan Lo received the grand prize of the JAL world bonsai contest in 1999, and he has won countless other honours since then. He works with all bonsai sizes and species. He has travelled to many parts of the world for bonsai demonstrations, lectures, and workshops. Website: http://blogs.knowledgeofbonsai.org/min_hsuan_lo/-40k

MEGUMI BENNETT Megumi Bennett gained her B.A. in English Literature in Tokyo, Japan. On arriving in Australia in 1974 she continued to develop the bonsai and ikebana skills she had learnt in Japan. Megumi is a graduate of the Ryde School of Horticulture, where she also taught bonsai. In 1999 she founded the Bonsai Society of Sydney Inc and is also a member of the Nippon Bonsai Association and Ikebana International. For many years Megumi has given demonstrations, exhibitions and workshops throughout Australia. She has been interviewed on both radio and T.V and is a contributor to articles on bonsai in Australia and overseas. Her first solo exhibition took place at the Japan Foundation Sydney in 1997. Megumi received the bonsai instructors qualification from the Nippon Bonsai Association, Japan in 2008. She is the first overseas person to receive this recognition. She qualifies as a bonsai artist, teacher, demonstrator and lecturer not only in Japan but internationally as well. In November 2006, the Foreign Minister of Japan, Mr Taro Aso, conferred Foreign Ministerial Awards on two individuals and one group in New South Wales. Mrs Megumi Bennett, Mr Ken Done and the Ikebana International Sydney Chapter 36 Inc were honoured for having greatly strengthened the bilateral relationship. Mrs Bennett and Ikebana International Sydney were presented their awards at a reception at the Consul-General Official Residence on 16 February 2007. YASUKO AOKI Yasuko Aoki started Bonseki in 1960 and has been a Bonseki Master more than 30 years and she has learnt from the style of the Hosokawa School of Bonseki. Yasuko has established her own group called Sakou kai in 1978. She is also head of the Shizuoka Bonseki Group. Sakou kai has toured extensively around the world. Destinations include England, Scotland, Hong Kong, US, Australia and of course Japan. In Australia, Yasuko and her assistants have exhibited and demonstrated in Sydney, Melbourne Adelaide and Tasmania. The reaction from the people attending the exhibitions were very positive towards the Bonseki exhibits and the workshops that were run. Unfortunately, due to age, this will be the last time Yasuko and her group will visit Australia so we are extremely fortunate to have this chance to see this ancient and enthralling art

Local Demonstrators ARTHUR ROBINSON (50yrs) Arthur s business is in making violins and other fine stringed instruments for clients all around the world and as such Arthur brings an artistic flair to everything he does. Arthur has been around the bonsai scene for many years from mother England, to Victoria and finally to Perth. More recently Arthur has devoted his time to specialising in Satsuki Azaleas, forming the Satsuki Society of Australia. CJ LEO (32 yrs) CJ (or Leo) has the magic touch when it comes to growing Tea-trees as bonsai. We ve all tried without much success but CJ s are exquisite. C.J. has brought his bonsai and his bonsai knowledge from Singapore benefitting us in W.A. Always experimenting with bonsai cultivation, especially with native species, CJ is keen to develop Australian native trees as Australian style bonsai utilising the knowledge he has gained. DEREK OAKLEY (25yrs) Derek is one our best bonsai technicians with his trees always presented flawlessly and his attention to detail a feature. Bonsai presentation has been one of Derek s passions which has helped the society to improve the standard of presentation at our annual shows. Derek s other love, apart from Shohin and Mame bonsai, is Australian natives. His favourite species being Melaleuca. He is always actively promoting the use of our native material for bonsai. JOHN OLDLAND (20yrs) John has been involved in Bonsai for many years and has gained his experience from attending a number of BCI and ASPAC conventions and runs the Web Site Bonsai in Asia Guidebook which many of you would have accessed over time. John specialises in Japanese Maples and prefers the traditional species and styles whilst also enjoying multi tree groups and Saikei. John has a strong interest in Suiseki and has a fine collection of local and international stones.

Local Demonstrators JOHN DI VINCENZO (25yrs) John is one of our leading bonsai artists who enjoys creating large bonsai, his collection contains many of the bigger bonsai you will see at the Exhibition. John specialises in collecting Yamadori and transforming stumps into beautiful bonsai within a relatively short time. PETER ODIN (35yrs) Peter is one of our longest serving members and also owns and runs the Bonsai Emporium nursery. Pete has travelled extensively to seminars and conventions around Australia and South East Asia and is a regular demonstrator at our club. He is our resident expert in Pines but loves group plantings and getting the carving tools in his hands. SYD REEVES (17yrs) Syd is the elder statesman of our club but still manages to maintain a large collection though now he tends to keep his new trees on the small size. Syd enjoys all styles, sizes and material in bonsai and has been a long time demonstrator at the club. The standard of trees shown by Syd at our shows is exceptional. MARC WIDMER (4yrs) Marc and his partner Terri Piggot are our up and coming bonsai artists. Marc has shown a fairly rapid development in his bonsai pursuits and won the BSWA Encouragement Award in 2007. As Marc works for the Agriculture Department, he is our go to man when advice is sought on diseases and pests. Marc s preferred styles are Shohin, Literati and Penjing. TERRI PIGGOT (4yrs) Terri has also been awarded the Encouragement Award from our society and has created some very nice bonsai in a short period of time. We feel it is now time for Terri to take the next step along her bonsai journey. Figs and Junipers are Terri s species and her long term wish is to have a permanent bonsai display in Perth somewhere, to expose the public of W.A. to bonsai and encourage more young people to the art of Bonsai.

The Venue The Esplanade Hotel In Western Australia there is a very special hotel. One where heritage and opulence meet today s technology, where service and hospitality are paramount. Welcome to the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle 4 1 /2 star international jewel of WA s premier harbourside city. It welcomes you with warmth, relaxation and friendliness; with twenty-first century facilities, fabulous restaurants, lobby bar, pools, spas, sauna plus outstanding meeting convention facilities. The Esplanade Hotel Fremantle is ideally located in what is the historic and cultural heart of Western Australia s finest destination. Fremantle. Fremantle is just 20 minutes from Perth s city centre and situated on Western Australia s sunset coast. Rich in history, tradition and culture, colourful Freo is close to all the action - and the perfect location for your stay in Western Australia. Take a jet boat ride, swim, dive or snorkel with sealions and dolphins off nearby Penguin or Rottnest Islands. Fremantle is famous for its museums, festivals, seafood and sunsets; its maritime history, markets, and nightlife. Old pubs like the Orient, Sail & Anchor and the Norfolk abound. But no building matches the majesty and charm of the Esplanade Hotel - Fremantle s finest Contact details for the Esplanade Hotel Corner Marine Terrace and Essex Street, Fremantle, Western Australia 6160 Tel: (618) 9432 4000 Facsimile (618) 9430 4539 Toll Free: 1800 998 201 (within Australia only) Internet: www.esplanadehotelfremantle.com.au Mention the Bonsai Convention when booking to be given the discount rate of $208 per night.

24th AABC Ltd Convention PERTH 2011 20th - 23rd May REGISTRATION NAME & ADDRESS Title First Name Surname Partner Street Name First Name Surname Suburb Post Code State Phone Email Mobile Bonsai Club REGISTRATION - CLOSING DATE FOR ALL REGISTRATIONS IS 1st MAY 2011 Fee Amount *Early Bird Registration. Before 1st November 2010. $230 *Full Registration - After 1st November 2010. $260 **Day Registration Sat 21st May Sun 22nd May $150 Please state any special dietary needs below (We will contact you before the convention) ( ) Vegetarian ( )Vegan ( ) Gluten Free ( )Diabetic ( )Dairy Free ( ) Other-Please Specify EXTRAS Per Person Number Amount Sunday Morning Exhibition Critique - 15/group only -first booked basis Mr Lo $40 Megumi Bennett $30 Monday Workshops/Masterclass Participant Observer Amount Morning Workshops (incl) $25 9am - Noon Bonsai Workshop - Megumi Bennett $40 9am - Noon # Masterclass - Mr Lo (Limited to 30 experienced persons) $65 NA # See website for eligibility conditions 10.30am - Noon Bonseki Workshop - Yasuko Aoki $25 Afternoon Workshops (incl) $30 1.30pm - 4.30pm Bonsai Workshop - Mr Lo $45 1.30pm - 4.30pm Bonsai Workshop - Megumi Bennett $40 1.30pm - 3.00pm Bonseki Workshop - Yasuko Aoki $25 Convention Badge $10 OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES Per Person Number Amount Day Tour - Friday 20th May (Includes Lunch and River Cruise) $85 Friday Welcome Reception & Exhibition Opening (7.00pm - 9.00pm) $55 Saturday Night Dinner (7.30pm - 11.00pm) $95 METHOD OF PAYMENT Total ( ) Direct Deposit - BSWA 2011 Convention Bankwest (BSB) 306-133 Acc. No.0119076 Please print your full name as Reference ( ) Cheque/Bank Cheque - Made payable to: BSWA 2011 Convention Post to: The Treasurer, BSWA 2011 Convention, P.O. Box 3431, SUCCESS WA 6964 RECEIPTS Receipts are only available by the following methods: ( ) Email: 'As Above' ( ) By Mail - a stamped addressed envelope must be supplied ENQUIRIES Contact: Nigel Atkinson Ph: (08) 93306242 Email: akadraft@iprimus.com.au Website: http://www.bonsaisocietywa.com/convention.html * Full Registration includes all demonstrations, Lunch, Morning & Afternoon Tea, Convention Bag and unlimited entry to Exhibition & sales Area ** Day Registration includes all demonstrations, Lunch, Morning, Convention bag & Afternoon Tea and unlimited entry to Exhibition & Sales Area on chosen day ***Cancellations: A $20 administration fee applies to all cancellations 6 weeks prior to convention For all cancellations after Catering confirmation to venue, a $20 administration fee plus catering costs will apply Accommodation bookings should be directed to the venue of your choice

Programme FRIDAY 20th May 3.00pm - 6.00pm 7.00pm - 9.00pm SATURDAY 21st May 8.00am - 8.30am 8.30am - 8.45am 8.45am - 9.00am 9.00am - 10.00am 10.00am - 10.30am 10.30am - 12.30pm 12.30pm - 1.30pm 1.30pm -3.30pm 3.30pm - 4.00pm 4.00pm - 5.00pm 5.00pm - 5.15pm 5.30pm - 6.30pm 7.30pm - 11.00pm SUNDAY 22nd May 8.00am - 9.00am 7.45am - 8.45am 9.00am - 10.30am 10.30am - 11.00am 11.00am - 11.45am 11.45am - 12.30pm 12.30pm - 1.30pm 1.30pm - 3.00pm 3.00pm - 3.30pm 3.30pm - 5.00pm 5.00pm - 5.15pm 5.15pm - 5.30pm MONDAY 23rd May 9.00am - Noon 10.30am - Noon Noon - 1.30pm 1.30pm - 4.30pm 1.30pm - 3.00pm Early Registration - Foyer Welcome Reception - Opening of Exhibition - Foyer Registration - Foyer Opening welcome - AABC Ltd President National Bonsai & Penjing Collection Update Presentation - Mr. Min Hsuan Lo Morning Tea Presentation/Demonstration - Megumi Bennett Lunch Demonstration - Mr Lo Afternoon Tea Bonseki Presentation - Yasuko Aoki Raffle Draw AABC Ltd General Meeting - All Welcome Convention Dinner - Including Auction and Entertainment Registration - Foyer Paid Critique of Exhibition Trees - Exhibition Hall Dual Demonstration of Groups - Local Demonstrators Morning Tea Satsuki Presentation - Arthur Robinson Growing Miniatures - Derek Oakley Lunch Demonstration - Mr Lo Afternoon Tea Talk on Ti-trees and Natives - CJ Leo 2012 AABC Ltd Convention Presentation Raffle Draw, Presentations and Close - AABC Ltd President Masterclass - Mr Lo Bonsai Workshop - Megumi Bennett Bonseki Workshop - Yasuko Aoki Lunch - At own cost Bonsai Workshops - Mr Lo - Megumi Bennett Bonseki Workshop - Yasuko Aoki

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History, heritage, culture, art and tourism come together in the 19th century port city of Fremantle making it one of Australia s most exciting destinations to visit and a dynamic place to hold a conference. Fremantle has the largest collection of heritage listed buildings in Western Australia and is internationally recognised as the world s best preserved example of a 19th century port streetscape. Hundreds of beautiful old heritage buildings line the streets many of them flourishing in their new lives as restaurants, museums, boutiques, markets, nightclubs and coffee shops. Visitors can enjoy the wonderful alfresco nightlife along the popular Cappuccino Strip and at Fishing Boat Harbour, along with riverboat cruises on the Swan River or a ride on the tourist tram. Dining, shopping, cinemas, the arts, exploring the historical sites it s all on offer in Fremantle. We do hope that you and your partner extend your visit to W.A. There is so much to see and do in our wonderful state. For all your tourism and accommodation needs, we recommend the Fremantle Visitor Centre. Heather Christy and her team at The Fremantle Visitor Centre provide tourist information and brochures on the local area, surrounding suburbs as well as Perth and the whole of Western Australia. Their services include FREE accommodation and tour bookings, general information & car hire for tourists who visit the Port City and who are travelling throughout the state. They have put together Pre and Post Convention tours with bonsai and suiseki in mind. You can view them on our convention website for more information. 3 Day Fremantle Hyden Albany Perth $560/p Visiting Wave Rock, Hippos Yawn, Lily Dutch Windmill, Dog Rock, Albany s coast line, Sandalwood Factory, Banksia Farm at Mt Barker. 4 Day Fremantle Eneabba Kalbarri Fremantle $650/p What to see & do Visiting Pinnacles Desert ( Cervantes), Western Flora Tourist Park, Greenough, Geraldton, Kalbarri Natural features and coastline. Contact them directly to take advantage of their Free accommodation and tour bookings: Ph: Heather 08 94317878, Fax: 08 94317755 or via email to: info4@fremantlewa.com.au Also see their Website: www.fremantlewa.com.au Day Tour Friday 20th May We have arranged an Elite Full Day Tour on Friday 20th May. The tour shows beach and river sights from Fremantle along the Sunset coast (Morning tea included), then a relaxing cruise up the Swan River to Perth. Here you join the bus again for a tour through Perth city and Kings Park including the Botanical Gardens walk before returning to Fremantle. Lunch on board consists of chicken and salad. Wine tasting and tea & coffee is included. The cost is $85. Please book on the Convention Registration form in this booklet or on our website: http://www.bonsaisocietywa.com/convention.html

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