Talk | The Living Art of Bonsai | Daniel Leone

Ever wanted to learn bonsai, but don’t know where to start?  Join Canberran bonsai professional Daniel Leone as he unravels the mysteries of bonsai and how to successfully keep and cultivate these wonderful little trees. You will learn bonsai fundamentals including plant selection, repotting, soil requirements, watering, pruning, design and ongoing maintenance, giving you the confidence and knowledge to continue your bonsai journey. 

 Artist Biography 

Daniel Leone is a Canberra based, multi-disciplinary artist. He creates surreal ceramics that are used as vessels to house a range of plants including bonsai, satiating his other passion, horticulture. With a personal collection of dozens of bonsai trees, Daniel possesses extensive knowledge of their creation and care. His dedication to bonsai is further evidenced by his role in designing and maintaining the Japanese garden at Koto Restaurant near Old Parliament House.


Image Credit: Daniel Leone | Photo Courtesy of the Artist