Introducing Andrew Robson: New Apprentice
Only a couple weeks out of graduate school, Andrew Robson began his apprenticeship at Crataegus Bonsai in Portland. He’s been here since June 2016.
Andrew’s background is in music, with a Master’s degree from the Yale School of Music. While in school there he performed at the New York Philharmonic’s New Music Biennial, among other notable performances. He was also a teaching artist in Yale’s Music in the Schools Initiative, which works to provide great music to inner-city students.
We usually have music in the studio. While working in the studio one day, I noticed that Andrew was making pruning cuts right on the beat. He said ‘Oh yes, I always cut on the beat. You cut on the beat about half the time.’ I’ve a lot to learn, apparently.
In addition to his apprenticeship duties, Andrew has been the Director of the Portland Bonsai Village since his arrival here, which is a great fit with his background in outreach and not-for-profit organizations. He has been actively organizing a Village board and new programs, so stay tuned for those on the Portland Bonsai Village website. Andrew’s energy, ideas, and enthusiasm make him a welcome addition to bonsai in Portland.
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Does Andrew cut on the 1 and the 3, or the 2 and the 4?
Sir Hawthorn, a great addition indeed!
Better to pay him than feed him, welcome
Congratulations Andrew. Looking forward to seeing you in the bonsai community.
That’s awesome Andrew, congratulations brother
Welcome to the great Northwest. Don’t put that warm coat away yet!
Congratulations Andrew…you’re livin’ the dream!
Met you at Michael’s garden a few months ago looking over my Pondersoa pines. Had no idea I was in the presence of such an accomplished individual. Good Luck.
Enjoyed meeting Andrew in Olympia. Great addition to the Bonsai community. Welcome
Hi I’m looking forward for some tips of yours I’m a neophyte in bonsai making. I love it. I am a teacher, and it’s my hobby,thanks.