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Left; LI AN YUAN, Juniperus chinensis,
96 cm
Right; HE ZHI XIONG, Pinus
morrisonicola, 78 cm

distribution, leaf arrangement, multiplicity of twigs), cleanliness and artistry, ac-
curate representation of the tree species and overall impression of age. A point
system is in place and depending on the points the individual member’s trees
garner, they move up or down in the rank system. Depending on the level a mem-
ber is in and if their submissions have managed to win a top spot in the annual
exhibition, he or she qualifies to bid for the presidential spot in the future or to
meet the requirements to be a judge in upcoming shows.
This year, under the leadership of President Ho Chih Xiong and the wonder-
ful natural backdrop of Sun Moon Lake in Nantou County, the 18th annual
Taiwan Bonsai Creators Association show was celebrated from November 28th
until December 3rd, 2015. One hundred and four (104) bonsai of miscellaneous
conifer, tropical and deciduous tree species attended the competition. Judging
took place Friday, November 27, 2015 and was handled by an excellent panel of
Taiwanese bonsai professionals. Competition was severe and judges carefully
examined the submissions for accurate results. Among all the entries, only ten
attained the top spots. The opening ceremony took place early Saturday morn-
ing in the Sun Moon Lake Visitor’s Center. Important local bonsai figures and
government officials participated in the inaugural event. Every guest was amazed
by the high quality of the exhibits, the beauty of the scenery and the enthusiasm
generated by the experience.
Eighteen years after its inception, the Taiwan Bonsai Creators Association
has gained international recognition and continues to grow, setting the style
standards in Taiwan and serving as inspiration to other countries around the
world. Bonsai, as a living art, is always evolving. It is difficult to imagine how
that humble stone back in 1997 has been slowly polished to become a respected
bonsai institution, both in Taiwan and abroad. Like bonsai, the association con-
tinues to grow and evolve. Hopefully, with the help of strong leadership and
creative membership, the stone will keep shining.

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