Ken has over 30 years of experience in the design, construction & project management of Oriental gardens, and regularly holds workshops in Sydney. All workshops take place at Hidden Orient in Belrose. Classes are kept to a small number of participants to allow individual tuition.  The cost of a one day workshop with Ken is $375 (or $350 per person in a couple) this includes course notes, lunch, and morning tea.

 

Japanese Pruning Techniques – Sunday 14 April 2024

1 day workshop with Ken Lamb 9am – 4pm

Spend an interesting and entertaining day with Ken Lamb, learning the history, principles and practice of traditional Japanese pruning and its symbolism. Includes course notes, lunch from a local Japanese Restaurant, bottles of water, and morning tea.

Small group number to facilitate a fascinating educational day. COVID Safe practices are followed.

For bookings or enquiries please call +61 2 9986 3968 or email enquiries@imperialgardens.com.au

Future Dates:

2024

16 June
11 August
13 October
8 December

 

 

Sumi-e Japanese Ink Painting Workshop – on Sunday 17 March 2024 – In Ken’s spacious Studio

9am – 12pm with Ken Lamb

This workshop is an introduction to the principles of Japanese Sumi-e painting, in a small group. Each participant will create their own Sumi-e painting, with assistance from Ken.
Basic materials will be provided for the day, plus extra supplies available for purchase like paper, ink and brushes.
Prior experience or skills are not needed. COVID Safe practices are followed.

Cost is $95 for this half day workshop including morning tea. Book now – places are limited! 

For bookings or enquiries please call +61 2 9986 3968 or email enquiries@imperialgardens.com.au

Future Dates:

2024

12 May
14 July
15 September
10 November

 

 

Ken’s Masterclass

Sumi-e Japanese Ink Painting Workshop Sunday 17 March 2024

1.30pm – 4pm with Ken Lamb

This workshop is for the more advanced student – spend time with Ken developing your established skills working on a larger work of art. Class size is limited to 4 participants to enable greater one-on-one time with Ken.

Basic materials will be provided for the day, plus extra supplies available for purchase like paper, ink and brushes.

Cost is $125 for this half day workshop including afternoon tea. COVID Safe practices are followed.

Definitely a must for those who are interested in developing their skill and knowledge of the fascinating art of Japanese Sumi-e Ink Painting.
For future bookings or enquiries please call +61 2 9986 3968 or email enquiries@imperialgardens.com.au

Future Dates:

2024
12 May
14 July
15 September
10 November

 

 

Private Oriental Garden Tours with Ken Lamb

Ken Lamb conducts private Oriental garden tours of some of the numerous gardens he’s constructed throughout Sydney. Ken has over 30 years of experience specialising in the design and construction oriental gardens and water features. These private tours are kept to minimum numbers to allow maximum attention to detail and information.

Please email our workshop & tour coordinator to receive any details of upcoming tours.