I like the fluidity of two main trunks and the contrast and depth that the third trunk provides. I also like the way the deadwood (shari) has been darkened to contrast with the light colored live wood. My only question is; why such a deep pot? We’ve shown this tree before, but for some reason I can’t find it right now. I looks a lot like a tree that Lam Ngoc Vinh would do.
Here’s another rerun (from August 2011) for your enjoyment. There are two good reasons for this; first, it’s about tropical bonsai and so far this summer feels a lot like the tropics here in Vermont and in much of the U.S. – at least those humid parts east of the mighty Mississippi. The second reason is related to the first. It’s hot, there’s no air conditioning in our office and I’d like to get out of here soon rather than sit here and work up a brand new post. But don’t worry, as soon the temps drop down to the low 80s (F), I’ll get back to it.
Vietnam anyone?
All the photos in this post are from a Vietnam Bonsai Tour site. I’m not sure that these photos reflect the most cutting edge (so to speak) bonsai in Vietnam, but they do provide a little glimpse into the art of a tropical hotspot.
Massive trunk, great taper. Looks like a Ficus. Do you think it would look better in rounded pot?
Shadow dancing.
A fairly ordinary tropical bonsai in an unusual (and shallow) pot. Another Ficus?
Wayne, I am writing today because for the first time, I can enjoy a few tropical trees in your posting. I live in Haiti, in the Caribbean with a tropical weather all year long. I am a huge bonsai fan and I had kept a Bonsai Today subscription for years. I personally own a few self made tropical bonsai (various types of ficus, catalpa longissima, cherry, tamarin and calebasse).
We tried a few years ago to set up a bonsai society in Haiti, but we lost some members, either because they left the country or this world.
I enjoy your postings to the fullest and I occasionally buy from your site. By the way I once asked to have the calendars in English or at least the translation from Japanese.
Keep the tropical bonsai coming. Keep up the good work Wayne. You’re doing an outstanding job.
Jean-Edouard.