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.
Stunning Bonsai #workofart #art #bonsaitreesforbeginners #plants #plants #tree #garden
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Two year Pinus Mugo bonsai transformation (Yamadori)
Oscar styles this Mugo pine (Pinus uncinata), which was collected in the South of Germany (Yamadori). The video shows a multi-year progression, explaining which steps to take and when to perform these. And we show what…
Stunning Bonsai tree #japan #miniature #art #japaneseculture
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Kimura Techniques - Hinoki Cypress Bonsai styling
Masahiko Kimura acquired an absolutely stunning Hinoki cypress Bonsai and kept the tree for a few years, preparing it specifically for the lectures with Bonsai Empire. In this video we learn how mr. Kimura approaches a…
Famous Bonsai #trees #bonsai #japanese #japan #kyoto
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
The 3 year progression of a Hinoki cypress Bonsai
Watch a 3 year Bonsai progression in this 33 minute video - and learn how applying Bonsai techniques correctly will enable you to create a beautiful Bonsai from low cost nursery stock material! Chapters 0:00 -…
Cheapest Bonsai tree #diy #bonsai
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Studio Sessions: The Incredible Hulk
The Incredible Hulk — a monumental Ponderosa Pine — began its journey in 2006 when it was collected from the wild. In 2009, during a pivotal moment in his apprenticeship, Ryan Neil was entrusted with this massive…
Bonsai Masterpieces #taiwan #penjing #bonsai #masterpiece #artwork
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Selecting Bonsai species for your local Climate
When it comes to bonsai, selecting the right tree species for your local climate is key to success. Bonsai trees thrive in regions that suit the natural environmental needs of specific tree species — whether it’s the…
Japanese Bonsai #trees #miniature #bonsai #japan
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Chinese Elm Bonsai: Summer Pruning and Structural Refinement
Explore the unique approach required to refine Chinese Elm bonsai during the summer season. Unlike other broadleaf species, Chinese Elms respond rapidly to pruning and don't require partial defoliation due to their…
Japanese White pine Bonsai styling
In this video, we restyle a Japanese white pine Bonsai into a semi-cascading tree. This White pine was grafted onto Japanese black pine, to provide stable growth to the beautiful White pine foliage. Chapters: 0:00 -…
Rocky Bonsai #bonsaitrees #rocks #miniature #landscape
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Kimura Techniques - bending an old, thick branch
Bending thick branches of a Bonsai is a complex and risky job. In this video Masahiko Kimura provides a lot of insight in how to approach the bending of old branches. Watch him pick the perfect spot to attach guy-wires,…
Classic Pine #bonsai #tree #project
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
The big transformation of a Juniper Bonsai
The Juniperus nursery stock shown in this video is widely available across the world, but quite a challenge to create a Bonsai out of. Oscar shows how to approach this kind of material (Juniper bonsai) in this 1 year…
CRAZY Bonsai #livingart #bonsai
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Hinoki cypress Bonsai creation
Watch how this Hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) was styled as a Bonsai by Oscar. We filmed the process for 2 years and documented all steps taken. Chapters 0:00 - Introduction 1:24 - Pruning 3:10 - Wiring 4:11 -…
Taiwan Bonsai #penjing #taiwan #taipei #bonsai #trees #nature
Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums and free lectures, go to: https://www.bonsaiempire.com/courses
Interview with Masahiko Kimura
While filming our latest Masterclass with Masahiko Kimura, we asked him about his legacy, and about what his hopes are for Bonsai in the future. Mr. Kimura is surprisingly open about his journey in the Japanese Bonsai…
A Kokufu-ten worthy Hinoki by Kimura #shorts #bonsai #japan
In this video we show how mr. Kimura works on a stunning Hinoki, which he plans to display in the Kokufuten. This video is part of his new online course. Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider…
Ryan Neil Bonsai Demonstration (Trophy 2025)
Ryan Neil styled this Kishu Juniper at the Trophy 2025 (Saturday). Serious about growing your own Bonsai trees? Then consider enrolling in one of our online Bonsai Courses, taught by expert teachers. For the curriculums…
The Next Chapter Begins: Mirai's First Ever Tree Auction
Over the years, we’ve shaped trees that carry meaning—reflections of time, craft, and intention. This Monday, May 19th at 10am PDT, a small number will become available in our first ever Mirai Tree Auction. Not to…