After you've registered, select from a wide variety of activities including guided exhibit critiques and workshops led by hand-selected bonsai instructors.
The workshops are divided into 4 sessions:
When you register for a workshop, you cannot book another one scheduled during the same session. If you change your mind, click ‘Remove’ to clear your selection, and then choose a different workshop in that time slot. You may need to click "Forward" multiple times to advance. Don't worry if you are returned to the first page, simply click "Forward" again.
We strongly encourage you to create an account with this 3rd party registration vendor so you can see your registration and make changes before the October 5th deadline. If you need help registering, refer to the Regfox registrant help page.
Golden State Bonsai Federation Bonsai Rendezvous 2025
Suthin Sukosolvisit and Mauro Stemberger are our headliners
We’re thrilled to present these two internationally acclaimed bonsai artists—Suthin Sukosolvisit and Mauro Stemberger—at this year’s Rendezvous.Read about them here:
Suthin SukosolvisitWith over 45 years of bonsai experience, Suthin is globally respected for his mastery of proportion, refinement, and intricate detail. Beginning his bonsai training in Thailand, he has become a leading figure in tropical species and is especially renowned for his exceptional shohin bonsai. His expertise also includes Japanese black pine, Japanese maples, root-over-rock compositions, and more.
Suthin is a popular instructor across the U.S., admired for his clarity, generosity, and enthusiasm. His award-winning work includes winning the "National Award" at the US National Bonsai Exhibit four times, more than any other bonsai artist, and three awards in other categories at the US Nationals. Whether he’s teaching, exhibiting, or styling trees at his nursery, Suthin continues to inspire with his precision and artistry.
Mauro Stemberger
Architect by profession, bonsai artist by passion—Mauro Stemberger is one of Europe’s foremost bonsai masters. Mauro started his bonsai studies at 14. In 2005, he founded the Italian Bonsai Dream School based in Feltre, Italy.
Mauro specializes in dramatic, wild-collected European material, particularly from the Alps, transforming rugged specimens into award-winning masterpieces. His work is known for its architectural elegance and bold design.
A former president and magazine editor of Unione Bonsaisti Italiani (UBI), Mauro is also a published author and a frequent contributor to international bonsai publications. He has demonstrated and judged at prestigious events worldwide, including the 6th U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition in 2018.
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You’ll never forget the friendships and new skills learned at Golden State Bonsai Federation's Bonsai Rendezvous 2025 in Santa Nella, California. Scroll down to get started. Please book your room at Hotel Mission de Oro early before they sell out,
One Day Registrations will open Monday, July 7th at 7:00 am. The deadline for refunds or schedule changes is October 5, 2025.
With this 3-day ticket, access all of the educational seminars, be a silent observer during workshops, shop with our vendors and attend live and silent auctions, join in the social hours on Friday and Saturday. You will attend the Saturday night dinner where Mauro and Suthin will announce the Joshua Roth Rising Stars winner. Live auction for demo trees to follow.
With this 3-day ticket, access all of the educational seminars, be a silent observer during workshops, shop with our vendors and attend live and silent auctions, join in the social hours on Friday and Saturday. You are welcome to participate in the live auction after Saturday night's dinner.
