Issue 74 - August 2013 - Federation of British Bonsai Societies

Manchester Bonsai Society won a
Silver Gilt Award again with an
innovative stand designed by Anna
Dodd, which was highly praised by
members of the public at RHS Tatton
Show.
Pictured below- this summer display features English elm (Ulmus procera) 51cm, pot by the late Derek Aspinall. The pheasant figurine
accessory may signify a time toward the end of the season in rural England. The arrangement was created to honour a visit by the wife and
daughter of the late Alan Green. He originally collected this tree after a fall from tripping over the connecting root sucker.
…..An auspicious moment perhaps!
Making a display arrangement for guests and visitors is always an integral part of
etiquette at Bonsai Presentations. The tokonoma ensures that bonsai are
presented with pride and dignity with consideration to space and tranquillity.
It is important to un-clutter the mind to fully absorb the topic of display.
Arrangements are best deciphered by spectators when quiet calm ensues, and the
mind is then provoked by minimal content and precise placement leading to a
revelation of sublime enlightenment.
Bonsai Presentations- helping enthusiasts achieve higher
levels in display arrangement at home or exhibition.
Contact Paul Goff phone 01788 510442 or email: paul@bonpres.freeserve.co.uk
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