Spotted in the Wild
Historical Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and RSS posts previously curated by the club (2017–present). Not authored by the club — preserved here since the original source feeds no longer carry this history.
Our former NBF intern, Aaron Hughes, is back with
Our former NBF intern, Aaron Hughes, is back with another installment of "Notes from Nagoya." Read this month's post to learn more about winter at a Japanese bonsai nursery, top-tier bonsai exhibitions in Tokyo, and the…
"In every walk with nature one receives far more
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." – John Muir Happy Monday from the National Bonsai & Penjing Museum! We are open every day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. for all your nature needs. Come take a…
Spring Bonsai in Full Bloom | Bonsai Bark
Spring Bonsai in Full Bloom 3/19/18 You don't see cascading Azalea bonsai all that often. This flowing full flowering favorite (sorry about that) is by Teunis Jan Klein. Speaking of Azaleas, we just received our spring…
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Walter Pall shared Jeff Schulz's post. (Source Facebook) www.facebook.com
Walter Pall
Questionnaire about American Bonsai Movement answered by Walter Pall I was asked by the Denver bonsai folks to answer the questions below. So here it is. Don’t call me opinionated if you ask my opinion. Don’t take these…
Bonsai Pirates – If you are reading this on any website or blog that is not ours, and is not attributed to us, then it has been pirated | Bonsai Bark
Bonsai Pirates – If you are reading this on any website or blog that is not ours, and is not attributed to us, then it has been pirated 3/18/18 This wild Mugo pine has nothing to do with our bonsai pirates theme, though…
The Canary islands are geographically part of
The Canary islands are geographically part of Africa and politically Spanish. The weather and the flowers don't care. A short visit with my wife just before I dive into the Chicago and Harrisburg winter again. (Source…
Digital Bonsai Theft & Other Crimes & Misdemeanors | Bonsai Bark
Digital Bonsai Theft & Other Crimes & Misdemeanors 3/17/18 Did that huge apple really grown on this small tree? Occasionally you see fruit that is glued on, but in this case I think it's the real deal. There’s something…
Have you ever wondered about the work that goes on
Have you ever wondered about the work that goes on behind the scenes of the bonsai collection? Museum Specialist Michael James explains the process of repotting this Coast Live Oak (Quercus argifolia) – "This was the…
Day two of classes going is strong in the workshop
Day two of classes going is strong in the workshop and the trees are looking good in the garden! Hope all of you have an excellent weekend. (Source Facebook) www.facebook.com
Ceramics - Jan Culek
Fresh Jan Culek slabs just hit the Mirai webstore. Such avant-garde, incredible work - click below to view. http://goods.bonsaimirai.com/category/ceramics-jan-culek (Source Facebook) goods.bonsaimirai.com
Wiring
Wiring is one of the most important techniques that bonsai practitioners learn. It is a meditative puzzle, a fully immersive practice of being present with your hands, the tree, and the design. In this podcast, Ryan,…
? New exhibit on now: Cherry Blossom Diaries ? + more from NBF
Did you miss this week's Museum Message? Click below for information about our latest exhibit and behind-the-scenes photos of a repotting at the Museum. If you like what you see, click the "Sign Up" button at the top of…
20% to 70% off Everything Bonsai* | Bonsai Bark
20% to 70% off Everything Bonsai* 3/16/18 Look familiar? It’s from the cover of our Masters Series Pine book– Early Spring Site Wide Sale 20% to 70% off list priceS on ALMOST everything* *Green T Turntables & 3 books…
Classes have started up again here at Mirai and we
Classes have started up again here at Mirai and we couldn't be happier. Took a stroll through the garden today and caught up with the Atlas Cedar from the stream, Poppy (Randy Knight's yamadori-hunting pug, and our…
Elongating Species | Bonsai Mirai
One of the most common questions we get on Mirai Live is, "What exactly do you mean by Elongating Species?" - in this blog, we spell it out. We also offer some guide rails for approaching and maximizing the looming…
Free Things to Do: International Experiences in Washington, DC
The National Bonsai & Penjing Museum is one of Visit Washington DC's top free "International Experiences" in the city. As we head into spring, make sure to add us to your Washington, D.C. to-do list! (Source Facebook)…
Beauty Doesn’t Always Conform to Our Expectations | Bonsai Bark
Beauty Doesn’t Always Conform to Our Expectations 3/15/18 Before and after. This impressive and very unusual European olive (Olea europaea L. var. sylvestris) was styled by Javi Campos Juan. Continuing with Javi Campos…
Time to Make Your Plans for a Celebration of American Bonsai | Bonsai Bark
Time to Make Your Plans for a Celebration of American Bonsai 3/14/18 This Colorado blue spruce won the All American Award (Finest American Species in an American Container, Displayed on an American Table) at the 5th…
This Saturday: Don't miss a special talk and tour
This Saturday: Don't miss a special talk and tour of our newest exhibit, Sakura Orihon: Diary of a Cherry Blossom Journey, with the artist himself. Landscape architect Ron Henderson will give an illustrated talk about…
Our latest exhibit offers a unique look at the
Our latest exhibit offers a unique look at the cherry blossom trees of Japan. Come learn about the history, culture and art of this beautiful tradition through Ron Henderson's hand-drawn diaries – and just in time for…
Join Ron Henderson, co-curator of the exhibition
Join Ron Henderson, co-curator of the exhibition Sakura Orihon: Diary of a Cherry Blossom Journey, for an illustrated talk about his travels where he immersed himself in Japanese cherry blossom culture. See highlights…
The cedar from PBM just arrived and we got into
The cedar from PBM just arrived and we got into the greenhouse for some repotting magic! Take a look at the stewartia budding, a recent student slab planting and a new yamadori arrival! Such a good day. Happy Super…
“The Best Of 20 Years Trophy by Bonsai
“The Best Of 20 Years Trophy by Bonsai Association Belgium Genk (Source Facebook) www.facebook.com