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Can Bonsai be created from plants as cheap as 6 USD? In this video we create a small Spruce (Picea abies) from Christmas tree stock of about 5 years old. The video shows the progression of the tree over 3 years time! 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

Tune in to our latest episode of Asymmetry, where David joins us to share his life updates and offer an intimate view of his creative perspective. Discover how he navigates the bonsai garden and crafts his celebrated deadwood frame creations—providing insight into his unique approach and artistic process. #bonsai #bonsaitree #deadwood #art #creative #nature

Tune in to our latest episode of Asymmetry, where David joins us to share his life updates and offer an intimate view of his creative perspective. Discover how he navigates the bonsai garden and crafts his celebrated deadwood frame creations—providing insight into his unique approach and artistic process. #bonsai #bonsaitree #deadwood #art #creative #nature

A vibrant initiative under the Viva La Free production emerges as a powerful amalgamation of art and activism. It stands as a beacon of multidisciplinary narrative dance and immersive performance, transcending mere entertainment to become an immersive experience—an activation, an opening into realms of culture, history, and collective healing. At its core, Earthdance is a celebration and exploration of Black/African/Afro-descendant dance forms—a collaboratory where movement becomes a language of resilience, resistance, and renewal. It's a sanctuary within the larger Viva La Free arts ecosystem, dedicated to empowering and centering voices often marginalized. It's a testament to the resilience and creativity of those whose stories have often been silenced—a vibrant tapestry of movement, music, and meaning that invites participants to connect, reflect, and transform all around the canvas of the Mirai ecosystem.

Enjoy the stunning Bonsai Museum of Luis Vallejo, located in Spain (part 3) 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

In our longest running YouTube project we share the progression of a Maple Bonsai (Acer palmatum) from nursery stock to Bonsai. We share how to thicken a trunk using sacrificial branches and apex, and how to prune, wire and repot. The video you are watching now shows years 3, 4 and 5. Year 1 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K922NxEijTQ Year 2 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chVWrlw0FP0 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

Discover the art and science of pruning bonsai with Ryan Neil and David Benavente. In this insightful discussion, they delve into the crucial role of pruning in promoting tree health and fostering creativity. David emphasizes the significance of long branches for creating movement and curves in tree design, a sentiment echoed by Ryan. Together, they explore the challenges of pruning and the importance of employing proper techniques.

Join Ryan and David Benavente as they share a captivating tale of discovering and rescuing a rare tree. David recounts his experience encountering a unique tree nestled in a crack on a granite wall, describing its slow growth and the absence of wire. He expresses a deep connection to this extraordinary find. Filled with admiration, Ryan poses questions about the tree's origin and how it ended up in the wall. Together, they marvel at the tree's uniqueness, discussing its remarkable features.