Hows and Whys of Wiring Bonsai with Rob Hoffman (CBS Lecture) - Ep48

I. Episode Summary & Links

            In this episode, catch up on what's new with Ryan, Kevin, and Kelly before diving into a talk on how to wire branches for bonsai styling. Rob Hoffman was the presenting artist for this recorded Columbus Bonsai Society meeting. We hope you learn something new and can share this with those you know who are learning how to wire bonsai.

The YouTube version of Episode 48 is here!

The podcast version of Episode 48 is here!⁠⁠⁠⁠

Guest Info:

Rob Hoffman of ⁠Yume-en Bonsai⁠ in Marysville, OH. You can also find him traveling to regional bonsai shows, such as the upcoming US National Bonsai Exhibit.

https://yume-enbonsai.com/

Sponsor Info:

This episode is sponsored by the Columbus Bonsai Society 53rd Annual Bonsai Show, July 19-20, 2025 in Columbus, OH, USA. Details at ⁠ColumbusBonsai.org⁠. We have 7 different bonsai workshops there - including from Rob and Ryan - as well as great raffle trees, exhibit trees, and tons of vendors.

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When to Tear and When to Dremel? Tips on Deadwood with Will Baddeley - Ep 37

I. Episode Summary & Links

            In this minisode, international bonsai deadwood carver extraordinaire Will Baddeley, bonsai nursery owner Rob Hoffman, and your host Ryan discussed the merits and situations to use various bonsai deadwood carving techniques. They also share other tips to help you create convincing deadwood that adds to the sense of age and ruggedness of your bonsai.

The YouTube version of Episode 37 is here!

The podcast version of Episode 37 is here!

Guest Info:

This episode featured Will Baddeley, a UK-based bonsai artist who specializes in deadwood carving.

• ⁠Wildwood Bonsai Blog⁠
• ⁠Wildwood Bonsai Facebook⁠
• ⁠Wildwood Bonsai Instagram⁠

It was recorded at the nursery of Rob Hoffman / Yume-En Bonsai in Marysville, OH, USA who was hosting Will at the time.

• ⁠Yume-en Bonsai Facebook⁠
• ⁠Yume-en Bonsai Website

⁠⁠⁠⁠Sponsor Info: 

This episode is sponsored by (me!) In Vivo Bonsai of Columbus, Ohio. Find me at the Cincinatti Bonsai Show, October 5-6, 2024 or go to ⁠www.InVivoBonsai.com⁠ to see upcoming events, expanding online offerings, educational materials, and more.

Support the Pod:

            Anytime you listen, subscribe, rate us, or share us with friends you help keep us motivated to keep making episodes for you all! If you want to take it to the next level, you can also help keep the podcast going by donating to us through Spotify or by sponsoring an episode (contact us directly for that). All donations go back into the podcast such as for our web hosting, recording gear expenses, etc. Even $1/month would be a great help!

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