Shohin Demo

[Leigh Taafe]

Hi,

I did a demonstration on Shohin Bonsai today for the Canberra Bonsai Society. Here is a pic of a tiny European Olive that I styled as part of the demo. It still has a bit of refinement to go, but not a bad start. The tree is around 20cm tall.

Cheers,
Leigh.

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[kcpoole]

Very nice Leigh
In a year when it fills out it will look stunning

[Jamie]

nice one leigh !

have you got plans for a full canopy or pads??? it looks like you are going with a full pad, it looks good and cant wait to see it in a year or so.

jamie

[Leigh Taafe]

Thanks guys.

Going for a full canopy of pads here!!

Just need time to get the foliage size down to tiny! I will be creating a canopy similar to the shohin pines from Japan - with distinct branch pads but very close together.

Cheers,
Leigh.

[Pup]

Just spent 10 minuets going iinto a great speal on what I thought of it which is very nice. then got bumped off

So before it happens again . Leigh I like it if you have that much time

[stymie]

Wicked taper Leigh.

[Bretts]

That pot is a great combo!
I have a olive here from Don recently with similar shape but bigger. I have been scratching my head trying to think how to use the great flared base? Haven't thought about Olives much as far as styling might have to google some images

[Jamie]

Thanks guys.

Going for a full canopy of pads here!!

Just need time to get the foliage size down to tiny! I will be creating a canopy similar to the shohin pines from Japan - with distinct branch pads but very close together.

Cheers,
Leigh.

sounds like a great plan leigh, and i know what ya saying bout the pads in tight to create a full canopy.

take a look at this puppy for an olive, it looks like its planted on rock, but the whole thing is stump and they have used suckers to create the trees. massive stump. over 2 foot across
wonder how many people this thing would take to lift...

[anttal63]

nice one leigh, i like the korean tongarae? pot with it too. i look forward to seeing this full canopy ya doin. should be a rippa. i am working one for a friend at the moment that is very similar to yours just a little taller.... for the moment.

[Leigh Taafe]

Hi Jamie - that is one massive trunk on that thing! Wow!

Thanks Antonio - this one isn't Tong Rae - it is a Japanese Pot - unsure which kiln. It was brought in by Megumi Bennet years ago.

Cheers,
Leigh.

[Leigh Taafe]

Thanks Pup and Stymie and Brett.

I would like your opinion Pup. I am envious of your minis.'

Cheers,
Leigh.

[ketutg]

Thanks guys.

Going for a full canopy of pads here!!

Just need time to get the foliage size down to tiny! I will be creating a canopy similar to the shohin pines from Japan - with distinct branch pads but very close together.

Cheers,
Leigh.

sounds like a great plan leigh, and i know what ya saying bout the pads in tight to create a full canopy.

take a look at this puppy for an olive, it looks like its planted on rock, but the whole thing is stump and they have used suckers to create the trees. massive stump. over 2 foot across
wonder how many people this thing would take to lift...

nice. i have seen a stump like this in a private collection and it had been completed hollowed out as well.
It was one of many inspiring trees that has driven my passion and respect for this art even further

[aaron_tas]

sweeeeet as little shohin leigh, the leaves on these ones go tiny.

i'll come visit you in a couple of years and this one will look nice as

[Scott Roxburgh]

Leigh's demo was excellent, having pre-wired the trees made a heap of difference!

A very relaxed presentation made people feel invited to ask questions and Leigh kept everyone entertained with various jokes.

An excellent 'progression' from stump to first styling to a few years in and then some potted up shohin.

BTW Leigh that mugo pine is awesome!

Scott

[Leigh Taafe]

Thanks all....

Scott - that mugo is posted here somewhere too if you want to see it again! I think I called it "Tiny Mugo" or something!

Cheers,
Leigh.