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each of the trees, thru the branches, casting beautiful The stage has been set. Now is the time to take what
shadows. we have learned from Ryan Neal and move forward
Speaking of the trees, they were awe-inspiring, and to showcase what makes bonsai in the United States
as you would expect, each one was even more impres- unique and our own. As we emerge from the shad-
sive and massive than the one before it. The exhibitors ows of Japanese traditions we branch out to our own
are to be commended for what they presented and unique style. We have much to offer the world and I
although there were awards given, there were no los- for one, am looking forward to being part of the move-
ers in this bunch. This was truly the best of American ment that will define American Bonsai.
Bonsai on display. Many of the photos, videos of the events and panel
On the final day, The Artisans Cup was celebrated at discussions will be available in time on the <www.
an awards brunch on the roof top of the Nines Hotel. TheArtisansCup.com>
The view was spectacular and a fitting location to an-
nounce the award winning trees. Ryan spoke about The Awards:
his journey to this point and how he started this path First Place: Randy Knight’s Rocky Mountain
the 4th year into his apprenticeship under Mr. Kimura Juniper
in Japan. The realization that he was now speaking Second Place: Tim Priest’s Sierra Juniper
at the Artisans Cup and achieving that dream many Third Place Tie: Amy Blanton’s Rocky Mountain
years later, caught up with him, bringing him to tears, Juniper (with Mike Blanton in memoriam) and to
as he thanked everyone for being there to celebrate Konner Jenson for his Japanese White Pine.
this achievement. The Artisans Cup was truly a world- Best Companion Piece: Randy Knight’s
class event. Companion Plant with Coastal Redwood

Following are the trees owned by BCI members that were selected from about
300 entries from all over the USA to be exhibited at the Artisans Cup in Portland.

Paul Pikel Collection, Buttonwood, Conocarpus erectus, Pot made by Rob Addonizio, Amy Blanton Collection, (with Mike Blanton in memoriam), Eagle’s Landing, Rocky
stand made by Mark Rynes, photo by Paul Pikel. Mountain Juniper, Juniperus scopulorum, 91.44 cm, antique Chinese container.
Photo by Rhys Lynn.

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