07 - Reflections from April Grigsby, an American Potter's Journey

In the seventh episode of the Bonsai Time Podcast, my co-host Kevin Faris drove to meet April Grigsby of April Grigsby Ceramics in NE Ohio. They discussed April's diverse background in art and bonsai which has today led to the start of her successful bonsai pottery business. She now travels to many local midwestern shows to sell her handmade traditional Japanese-inspired pots and was even invited by Bill Valvanis to sell at the recent 2021 US National Bonsai Exhibit. Hear some of her special tricks and the work that goes into the pots which are so important to showcasing our trees. Enjoy!

April is one of several prominent bonsai artists who will be in attendance at the upcoming Columbus Bonsai Society 50th Annual Show taking place in September. See www.columbusbonsai.org for more information.

The video version is available here: https://youtu.be/_rwroYOH8fw

Show notes with pictures of the pot April sold to Bill Valavanis that was featured on his blog are available here: https://www.ry2tree2.com/2022/08/reflections-from-april-grigsby-american.html

See you in the next episode!

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Guest Info:

Guest Info: April Grigsby is a relatively new American bonsai potter on the scene in NE Ohio. You can arrange to visit her studio in person through the contact info on her website.

https://aprilgrigsbyceramics.com/

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Podcast Info:

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More Bonsai Projects by Ryan:

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Also, check out some of my video editing work for the Puget Sound Bonsai Association and Columbus Bonsai Society's demonstration archives below. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtYWnc5qvsHk1UPjcPhalIQ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMUxTwUO5Ja2zXIRetMqjPQ