Learn all about the complexities of creating and maintaining the literati bonsai style, also known as Bunjin bonsai. Discover the history and characteristics of this style, and get tips on selecting material, styling, pot selection, and care in this deep dive.
A few years ago I came across a batch of slender black pine seedlings from a corkbark parent. They were wired for the first time one year ago and are now
This Scots Pine is one of my first bonsai. I found this tree about 1997 and it was very poor material with a long thin trunk, no movement and a horrible nebari.
Grown from seed by Northwest artist Ron Yasenchak, this Scots Pine is about 25-30 years old. It was purchased by a client of mine who has an eye for the unusual, and who takes the long view in reac…
Hi friends, there is a three years progress of a pine. This isn´t very good material for bonsai, but I think result of the tree isn´t bad. What do you think abo
In this article Melanie Walzer discusses the tree's progression and the artistic considerations made when Nicola Crivelli styled it. “Lone Wolf with cub” has wo...
"Crow on a Willow Branch," by Okuhara Seiko (c. 1890) DIMENSIONS • 9" x 12" (Image: 7.5" x 8.44") • 12" x 16" (Image: 10" x 11.25") • 16" x 20" (Image: 13" x 14.63") • 20" x 24" (Image: 16" x 18") • 24" x 30" (Image: 19" x 21.5") Archival Inkjet on Fine Art Paper Smooth Surface - Matte Finish - Inset Borders ABOUT THE ARTWORK ----------------------------- "Crow on a Willow Branch" was produced circa 1890 by Okuhara Seiko. A renown literati artist, or bunjin, she is noted for having eschewed a female persona. She wore masculine clothing and short hair, and changed her name from the feminine Setsuko to the gender-neutral Seiko, which means "clear lake." She lived with her student and companion Watanabe Seiran and, during the 1870s, opened a co-ed school that afforded girls the opportunity to study away from the demands of home. The print's minimalist composition is characteristic of Japanese art, where aesthetic statements are often made in the taper of a few lines, or the gradients of an ink wash. Whereas Western art, with its three-point perspective and advanced techniques of realism, sometimes borders on the novelistic, traditional Japanese art observes the same economy and precision as its poetry. ART-CENTRIC DESIGN ----------------------------- Vintage art is not standardized. The original works are usually too long, or too short, to neatly fill a store-bought frame. Most shops arbitrarily crop the artwork to match, leading to claustrophobic prints with missing or partial elements. These modifications — sometimes trivial, sometimes ludicrous — are not always shown in the product photos. We believe that the purpose of art is not to fill a frame; it is the purpose of a frame to showcase the art. Our prints have inset borders that make up any differences in proportion between the artwork and a standard frame, so that you can experience the art as the artist intended. They look sharp in beveled mats, may be float mounted, or inserted directly into standard frames; the borders providing a mat-like accent around the image. There are many styles from which to choose. Framing is a fun, creative process that enhances the artwork and livens your space for years to come. Should you like any advice, feel free to reach out. CUSTOMIZATION AND IMAGE REQUESTS ----------------------------- We are happy to customize our prints to fit your frame. Borderless prints may require the artwork to be cropped to fit a new aspect ratio. In such cases, we will provide a mockup to ensure that the final product meets with your approval. If you’re looking for an artwork that is not in our catalog, feel free to ask if we can provide it. We will print any public domain or openly licensed image that is available in high resolution. MUSEUM QUALITY ----------------------------- Giclée process prints are the gold standard in fine art reproduction. We use a matte finish, cotton fiber paper to maximize detail while eliminating glare. Our prints display a wide color gamut, deep blacks and beautiful tonal transitions. Produced using only archival materials, they will not fade or yellow, but maintain their original quality for as long as you own them. HANDMADE DECLARATION ----------------------------- To assure artistic quality, all of our production and design is strictly in-house. Every print has been proofed, calibrated and inspected for defects. We do not drop ship, resell or make use of third-party production partners. SHIPPING AND PACKAGING ----------------------------- All orders ship within one business day via USPS First Class, Priority Mail or Priority Mail Express. Sizes 9” x 12” and 12” x 16” ship in a flat configuration, unless combined with larger prints, which require tubes. We will replace any lost or damaged items at no expense to you. HAPPINESS GUARANTEE ----------------------------- We will promptly address any issues that may arise with your order. If you are unhappy with your print for any reason, you are welcome to return it for a full refund.
After a few hours of wiring and pruning. It's still qute shaggy, but I left extra foliage and branches until I see what survives the restyling. BTW, Heinekin Light is NOT my beer of choice for bonsai or anything. . . :)
Rob, Thanks for posting these! Magnificent! I'm wondering, was there no moss on any of the trees? Is this just a local convention, or is there another reason fo
In a broader sense, some people see bunjin as the most perfect expression of bonsai. Completely natural and simple, even humble and helped along with skilled human hands and eyes.
The pot is an important component of the Bonsai. Its significance and its part of the impression of the overall picture must not be underestimated. The pot must...
22ND Hwa-Fong National Bonsai Exhibition The 22nd Hwa-Fong National Bonsai Exhibition was held on November 4-26, 2017 in Xizhou Park, in Changhua County, Taiwan. This is a huge agricu…
