Riverflat Hawthorn #1
Trunk base 3.25″
Height 30″
Collected in Winter 2012, this tree is now seven years in training. In that time, I’ve been able to build the tree’s structure from a collected bare trunk, create the necessary tapering transition in the apex to ensure believability in the tree’s proportions, and achieve very nice ramification and leaf-size reduction. Earlier this year the tree was moved to a larger pot that is better suited to the size of the tree. And now, it has rewarded me with the best fall color in its time as a bonsai.
I couldn’t think of a better way to comment on this tree than to say it’s a perfect example of what I’ve been working toward my whole career in bonsai.
Let me know what you think, I’d love to hear from you.
Very nice, way to listen to the Tree.
Thank you, Charles.
This is my favorite of your trees Zach. It looks very natural and not “designed”. In other words, it looks like a tree and it’s hard to see the hand of man in it. That’s something I strive for in my own trees.
Nice color too!
Thanks, Dan. I’m a big fan of your work, too!
Hello Zach,
Once again, a fine example of just how your passion for this art is reflected in your trees. To many want to stringently critique a tree to simply “conform” it to a certain style. You seem to surpass this type of demeanor by seeing the symmetry of a tree and allowing it to develop within itself. This is one of the core lessons taught by Master John Naka. You, my friend, are indeed a bonsai master and it is an honor to share this love of bonsai with you. Fantastic job with the development of this tree.
Sincerely,
Chris J.
I really appreciate the kind words, Chris. I do my best to listen to the trees. Sometimes they don’t talk very loud 😉
Such a result in just 7 years really encourages me to stick at it! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, Mark!
All I have to say it’s beautiful
Thank you, Clem. This tree has been such a treat to work on.