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s the bonsai aesthetic —so profoundly associated with Japanese BONSAI CLUBS INTERNATIONAL
culture in the West—blossoms all over the world, early adopters Bonsai Clubs International, a not-for-profit educational
Ain many countries have, and are, evolving the art form by creating organization, advances the ancient and living art of bonsai
bonsai from the plants that thrive in their climate, in styles that reflect and related arts through the global sharing of knowledge. We
their geography and culture. What we have in common, is the passion educate while promoting international friendship and solidify
and creativity so essential to bonsai creation, education and presentation. world relationships through cooperation with individuals and
Another common thread is the effort, planning and hard work of the organizations whose purpose is consistent with ours.
organizations and volunteers that bring people together in the joyful spirit
of bonsai and stone appreciation. In this issue, we celebrate this passion EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chen Chan, China
Glenis Bebb, President
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with reports and articles from authors with a deep commitment to their Queensland, Australia
art and enthusiasm for sharing their experiences with our readers. [email protected] Les Dowdell, Canada
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The International Bonsai Convention in Mysore, India, demonstrates Helen Su, 1st Vice President
how bonsai enthusiasts are developing beautiful bonsai from nursery- Taiwan, R.O.C. Min Hsuan Lo, Taiwan
grown material. Yamadori are not an option in India because wild areas are [email protected] [email protected]
protected and out-of-bounds to bonsai collectors. Nikunj Parekh, 2nd Vice President Frank Mihalic, USA
In the Philippines, a talented group of artists are championing the hard, Mumbai, India [email protected]
yet malleable Tugas as exceptional bonsai material. The results are stunning. [email protected] Ing Suan Ng, Malaysia
Toby Kleynhans from South Africa directs the considerable resources of David DeGroot, Secretary [email protected]
Kat Rivier Kai Bonsai Club to create a one-of-a-kind, jumbo-sized forest Washington, USA Budi Sulistyo, Indonesia
planting with their native Baobab tree. It is an amazing group effort. [email protected] [email protected]
On a trip to Puerto Rico, BCI Director, Budi Sulistyo, brought home a Roger Snipes, Treasurer BCI BUSINESS OFFICE
logwood plant that he knew would thrive in Indonesia. See how he turned a Washington, USA Larry Stephan, Business Manager
short stump into a beautiful bonsai in just seven short years. [email protected] PO Box 639, Prospect Heights,
The sinuous trunk of a Pinus sylvestris caught Mauro Stemberger’s eye IL 60070-0639, USA
during a visit to a colleague’s studio in Milan. Mauro acquired this striking DIRECTORS [email protected]
Massimo Bandera, Italy
Scots pine and recently re-imagined it by focusing on its best features. The [email protected] WEB SITE MAINTENANCE
outcome is a dynamic and outstanding composition with a great future. Sujata Bhat, India Bonnie Moore, Canada
The first time I saw stones from the American desert—stones that did not [email protected] [email protected]
fit Japanese classifications of suiseki—it opened up possibilities for finding Gudrun Benz, Germany
other stones with suiseki qualities beyond Japan. Paul Gilbert, avid stone [email protected] WEB SITE EDITOR
collector, submits another stone for our appreciation, a stone that started as Joe Grande, Canada
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wood and then became petrified, a process that can make captivating stones. Vic Ceballos, Philippines
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The best part is that petrified wood can be found in many parts of the world.
The presentation of bonsai on public exhibit is usually enhanced by
other art objects and companion plants. The classic Japanese method of TO JOIN BCI OR RENEW
display includes the iconographic Japanese Scroll, an art form unto itself. YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Tom Elias reports on a recent book that provides a comprehensive look
at scrolls. Whether you your bonsai exhibit is classic or contemporary, an New members, go to www.bonsai-bci.com and
understanding of the history of scrolls can inspire thoughtful presentations click on “Join BCI Today” button. Renewing
that respect tradition and enhance the trees. members, log in to your account and go to
Manage My Profile/Renew My Membership.
We conclude the issue with a round up of interesting news that further con-
firms a great future for bonsai and stone appreciation; A new bonsai museum Join or Renew Online, by Phone,
by E-mail or by Mail.
in Italy; a generous endowment to the arts in Germany and a bonsai race in www.bonsai-bci.com, PO Box 639,
Malaysia like no other. Have a read and let us know what you liked the most. [email protected], Prospect Heights,
—Joe Grande, Canada ([email protected]) phone 847-612-5133, IL 60070-0639, USA.

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