Slender trunks with gentle movement and full branches make the white pine below a compelling bonsai. A simple wood slab makes a good stand for the rock slab on which the tree is planted. White pine
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Slant-style chojubai
Clump-style chojubai are relatively common. Less frequently seen are chojubai with single trunks. Here’s a great example of a slanting chojubai. Slant-style chojubai
Shimpaku at Kokufu 90
For spring break this year, I’ll share a few photos from February’s Kokufu exhibit in Tokyo. First up – a large, well-balanced shimpaku with great movement and deadwood. Shimpaku Regular posts will return in two weeks – see you then!
Things seen at a Bay Island Bonsai workshop
There are a number of things I expect to see at Bay Island Bonsai workshops – good trees, good work, and enthusiasts of all levels enjoying the day. For those unfamiliar with bonsai workshops, this is what a good one looks like. Cleaning up a Mendocino cypress surrounded by great junipers Boon Manakivipart working on an […]
Napa Valley Bonsai Club 2016 Exhibit
The Napa Valley Bonsai Club held their annual exhibit last Saturday at the Senior Center in Napa, California. The event featured a display area, club sales, silent auction, vendors and a demo. President Brent Ihli did a great job leading the crew that set up the show, managed the exhibit, and broke down the show […]