Michael Persiano
Bonsai Studio
Welcome to the Michael Persiano Bonsai Studio
This site has been developed to serve as a vehicle for the global promotion of bonsai art. Site Updated: 10/03/09.
NEWS and EVENTS
Jan 24th Workshop--Towson, Maryland--For More Information, Contact Barry Figard at bfigard_verizon.net.
Australia Tour--I am pleased to announce that I been invited back to Australia to conduct demonstrations and workshops in 2010. I will also be conducting demonstrations and workshops in the Mid-Western and the Northeastern US. Those who have serious interested in working with me are encouraged to contact me via e-mail at iasnob_aol.com.
(The Korean Hombeam to the right placed 4th in the So-Saku Bonsai Net Awards presided over by Master Kunio Kabayashi and Sandro Segneri.)
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Michael Persiano--Bonsai Artist, Demonstrator, Instructor, and Author
As an internationally recognized bonsai artist, Michael Persiano's bonsai creations represent a balancing of the traditional and contemporary in bonsai design.
Michael has internationally published more than 50 articles,headlined in France and Australia, and is frequently consulted for maintenance strategy for some the top collections in the US and abroad. His recently co-authored book, The Masters' Series for Pines, remains a top seller.
He is a frequent contributor to Bonsai Focus magazine.
ABOUT
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Demonstrations and Workshops
Demonstrations are typically performed on materials provided by the requesting bonsai organization. Michael's has no preference for bonsai materials. Depending on the complexity of the material, demonstrations can range from 1-3 hours in length Workshops should not exceed more than 15 individuals.
SERVICES
Consultative Services for Private and Public Collections
Michael's has provided consultative bonsai services for private and public collections in the US, France, Australia, Canada and Russia. Michael specializes in the restoration of old trees: the results are often tranformational.
(The Kingsville Box appearing on the right placed 6th in the So-Saku Bonsai Net Awards presided over by Master Kunio Kabayashi and Sandro Segneri.)
GALLERY
TELEPHONE: 610.458.7517
E-MAIL: iasnob_aol.com
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CONTACT
Demonstration:
St. Alfonse, Canada
Team: Michel Andolfo,
Brian Donnelly,
& Michael Persiano
Shimpaku Styling
In 2007, Andolfo (Italy), Donnelly (Canada), and Persiano (US) styled a 75-100 year Shimpaku at Bonsai Gros-Bec in St.-Alfonse-Rodriguez Canada. The studio is owned and managed by Suzanne Piche and Robert Smith.
