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Top left and right; Anthills often
occur in association with
African trees. Note the base of
the bonsai on first page of this
article.
A few examples of true African style trees exist, but
we need many more to give true authenticity to the
style.
The creation of a tree that shouts: "I am from
Africa" needs a proper understanding of African tree
forms, the different species, as well as the divergent
landscapes and climatic conditions in Africa.
All this sounds like quite a difficult task, but what a
privilege it is to accept such a challenge.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Gnarly Branches, Ancient Trees by Die Rupert Kunsstigting
Will Hiltz. publication: Pierneef.
International Bonsai Magazine, Robert Steven, Indonesia
Bill Valavanis. Vietnamese Bonsai Society
Internet, Wikipedia. Sandi Kleynhans, photographer Above; Group planting by
the late Theunis Roos has a
distinctive African feel and can
be classified as a Pierneef style.
Middle right; This bonsai by
the late Louis Nel has the
typical umbrella form, but has
enough elements to qualify as
a tree in the African style.
Middle left and bottom row;
Buddleja saligna in the African
style showing the inspiration
from nature in the insets.
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