Friday, January 25, 2013

bonsai



natal plum, circa 1975.  in training since 1985.  

the day we visited, the conservatory was having a bonsai meeting.  clippers and cameras out, the artists were working.  
slower than a paintbrush, it takes long years for their art to be complete.
is it ever finished?

joy to you.



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4 comments:

  1. MargieJanuary 26, 2013 at 8:20 PM

    I have always loved the art of bonsai. I should get one and try it!

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  2. leah // sang the birdJanuary 26, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    So beautiful! A slow art indeed. Joy to you Noreen xx

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  3. tina @ colourlivingJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    I LOVE Bonsai trees... thanks for sharing these!

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  4. Ada (new york)January 29, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    "in training" ... haha. I love bonsai - they r a work of cultivated art!

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