Projects Trees at the studio (long term thread)

[Shogun610]

Starting a thread based on work I’m doing at Kifu. Will have more to post as other trees are styled , and repotting begins in spring. First tree is a oriental spruce that I’m giving a make over on, too needs to be regrown but basic structure is set. One day it’s going on a slab, tried to capture the in page if angle best I could but was busy. One challenge is that I’m using aluminum wire as to not waste copper on some of the trees. Guy wires, raffia and tape are helping.After & Before

 

[Shogun610]

Next up is what I’m still working on today , an old nursery stock Alberta spruce that was donated to the studio from someone who stopped practicing bonsai. It’s getting a total revamp as well. Still not finished but the basic structure is set. I wanted to close the gaps of the long leggy branch’s and alpine affect. Not ideal spruce for bonsai but hey I’ll try my best.I chose a new angle and front for the tree.. it use to be slanted to the left. Will be doing more tertiary branches in a few weeks to let it rest for now. After & Before

 

[Shogun610]

Once I’m finished what I can this season on Alberta spruce , Other trees I was tasked to style are wa Mugo pine, JBP, Doug Fir ,and Juniper stay tuned. Please provide feedback and thoughts on the styling , especially as this thread progresses.

 

[Shogun610]

Well very nice to see when more people respond to questions about ficus’ dying or 3 dollar junipers if they can grow inside

 

[HorseloverFat]

*Spraypaints "HorseloverFat was here" on the wall.* (To be informed of updates.)

Better than what I USED to spraypaint on walls at the ages of 18-20


If you DON'T understand.. that's awesome!

 

[Wires_Guy_wires]

Guy wires, raffia and tape are helping

Glad to help bro!

 

[Colorado]

Nice work! These look like challenging material. Especially that Alberta. Looking much better after your styling! Looking forward to seeing what you are able to do with them over time.

 

[Carol 83]

*Spraypaints "HorseloverFat was here" on the wall.* (To be informed of updates.)

Better than what I USED to spraypaint on walls at the ages of 18-20

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If you DON'T understand.. that's awesome!

I DON'T understand, does that make me awesome?

 

[HorseloverFat]

I DON'T understand, does that make me awesome?

Yes it does, Carol..

But that's DEFINITELY not the only reason.

 

[Shogun610]

Done with the Alberts Spruce (for now).
Next is Mugo Pine and Zuisho White Pine

 

[Shogun610]

Studio work today.. still working on the Mugo it needs to back bud .. two white pines one I’m styling by myself.. the nicer one I’m working on w the teacher

 

[Shogun610]

 

[Shogun610]

Repotted the beech forest and brought out some big pines today. Choosing display areas and trees for certain areas in the yard depending on sun or shade, even by how important it is , is an exercise I enjoy doing

 

[Shogun610]

We took the Alberta spruce it’s pushing , just put into a slab … the style and the slab I feel fit the composition nicely

 

[HorseloverFat]

We took the Alberta spruce it’s pushing , just put into a slab … the style and the slab I feel fit the composition nicelyView attachment 431964

Very nicely balanced!!

Next time you are taking "solid backdrop" photos.. this one is a must.. I want to see it... "better"

 

[19Mateo83]

That looks good on that slab! Good choice!

 

[Shogun610]

Very nicely balanced!!

Next time you are taking "solid backdrop" photos.. this one is a must.. I want to see it... "better"

Will do once everything else is back outside … will be able to photograph individually inside the studio Tokoname

 

[Shogun610]

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[Shogun610]

Finally was able to put sphagnum around this American Beech forest I repotted. This is the lead apprentice Bruce driving it over on a converted lawn mower cart

 

[Shogun610]

My phone looks like it’s been through nuclear war but I refuse to give Apple my money. Repotted a RMJ Saturday , would be styling this weekend but we’re going collecting up in NY state , hoping to bag 2-3 for my own collection.