Oct 25, 20212 minUnderstanding The Importance Of Scalene Triangles in Bonsai DesignOnce I began to understand the importance of scalene triangles in my designs, my bonsai skills began to climb.
Oct 18, 20212 minNew to Bonsai? Here's 4 Tips to Water Your Trees The Right WayIf you're new to bonsai, watering is the most important task. Use these 4 tips to master the art of H2O.
Oct 14, 20212 minBonsai Progression - Pinyon Pine - Initial StylingThis week's bonsai progression is an initial styling of a pinyon pine. I styled this last week at the Eisei-in class.
Oct 11, 20213 minEverything You Ever Wanted To Know About Being a Student at Eisei-en, But Were Afraid To AskI'm always asked what it's like to take classes with Bjorn. Here's all your questions answered!
Oct 7, 20213 minBonsai Progression - Developing Japanese Black Pine Using a Sacrifice BranchA five year progression of a Japanese Black Pine using a sacrifice branch.
Oct 4, 20213 minIs Bonsai Cruel? Of Course Not, so Stop AskingNewcomers to the ancient art of bonsai sometimes think our practices are unethical. Nothing could be further from the truth.
Sep 30, 20212 minBonsai Progression - Field Grown Hinoki CypressA 3 year progression of a hinoki cypress bonsai tree. This material was ground grown for many years before I began training in 2018.
Sep 27, 20213 minWant Your Trees to Stand Out? Here's 3 Tips to Help You Take Stunning Bonsai Photos The most underrated way to improve your bonsai skills is to take great pictures. Here's 3 quick tips to make your trees standout!
Sep 23, 20212 min3 Year Bonsai Progression - Shohin Japanese Black PineA 3 year progression of a shohin Japanese Black Pine. See the transformation from field material to ramification.
Sep 20, 20213 min5 Ways Practicing Bonsai Will Make You A Better Leader I've practiced bonsai for six years. Bonsai has taught me many lessons. Here's 5 ways bonsai can help you become a better leader.
Sep 16, 20212 minHappy Birthday to Peace Love Bonsai! - Japanese Black Pine ProgressionHappy Birthday to the Peace Love Bonsai Blog. Today, we turn 1 year old! To celebrate, an update to the black pine that started it all.
Sep 13, 20214 min6 Mistakes Bonsai Beginners Make & How to Avoid ThemBonsai is hard. It demands a green thumb, artistic eye & constant oversight. Here's how to avoid 6 common bonsai beginner mistakes.
Sep 9, 20214 minBonsai Progression - Japanese Black Pine From SeedIn 1992, an article in Bonsai Today revolutionized the way we grow black pine from seed. Here' a look at my three year progress.
Sep 7, 20214 minBonsai & Fatherhood Are More Similar Than You Think7 ways practicing Bonsai will make you a better father.
Sep 2, 20214 minBonsai Progression - Shimpaku Juniper from Nursery StockA 6 year bonsai progression of a shimpaku juniper. This tree was an ugly duckling for many years. But it's beginning to look great!
Aug 30, 20213 minHow to Build a Bonsai Bench - Step by Step Instructions Displaying your trees is an important aspect of bonsai. Beyond giving them the showcase they deserve, you'd be surprised how your bonsai...
Aug 26, 20213 minBonsai Progression - The Chainsaw ElmBonsai #ProgressionThursday - This week the progression of an elm seedling that got so out of control a chainsaw was needed!
Aug 24, 20213 minA Beginners Guide to Understanding Bonsai in 3 Minutes or LessWhat Does Bonsai Mean? A Guide to Understanding the Art of Bonsai.
Aug 19, 20213 minBonsai Progression Thursday - Margaret’s ElmA bonsai progression of a young elm into a broom or globe style tree over the course of 5 years.
Aug 16, 20213 min 4 Reasons to Join a Bonsai Club Right Now!I've tried many things in my life. From coaching youth athletics, to running a successful business to being a parent to 3 boys, I've...