2014 National Exhibition Roll Call

[coh]

So, the National Exhibition is less than a week away. Who is attending? I know Raydomz mentioned he would be there. Anyone else?

Chris

 

[Fangorn]

I'll be there on Saturday.
I'm heading up on Friday and staying overnight at my brothers place in Crohgan, then will head in early Saturday morning. Looking forward to it

 

[johng]

I'll be there! Driving up Thursday and coming home Monday.
john

 

[William N. Valavanis]

John,

So glad you can join us! Is Ken coming with you?

My Open House & Sale is on Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 4 pm only. Hope you can visit, lots of new things to see.

I look forward to welcoming you to Rochester on Saturday morning. Opening Ceremony at 8:30am.

Travel safe.

Bill

 

[Dav4]

I know Brian Van Fleet will be there with his hawthorn (I assume he's still a nut but taking some time away from the forum). Wish I was going to be there but the whole job thing and 1800 mile round trip got in the way...this time. Have a great time, everyone!

 

[raydomz]

Glad to say my father is going to be making the trip with me. Now I won't have to talk to myself for the whole 6.5 hours

 

[Kodama16]

Ill be there: ) but I'm flying. Still a good whole day of travel though: (

 

[tmpgh]

Very sorry to say that I can't make it. A work event has come up and makes it impossible to get away for it. I can't wait to see all of the reports and photos.

 

[johng]

John,

So glad you can join us! Is Ken coming with you?

My Open House & Sale is on Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 4 pm only. Hope you can visit, lots of new things to see.

I look forward to welcoming you to Rochester on Saturday morning. Opening Ceremony at 8:30am.

Travel safe.

Bill

Thanks Bill...really looking forward to it! Ken is not coming. I am traveling with Arthur.
see you soon!
john

 

[Brian Van Fleet]

I know Brian Van Fleet will be there with his hawthorn (I assume he's still a nut but taking some time away from the forum). Wish I was going to be there but the whole job thing and 1800 mile round trip got in the way...this time. Have a great time, everyone!

Been very busy of late with new business, family commitments, and even coaching soccer, but yes, I'll be there. Looking forward to putting some faces with names...and usernames!

Here is a preview of the display; still in-progress:

Tree: Hawthorn I collected in 1999 and subsequently grew every branch you see. 26" tall.
Pot: Japanese, made by Katoaka Akitsugu around 1930. 48 cm wide x 6 cm deep.
Table: Custom made of black walnut by Jerry Braswell in CA.
Scroll: Old Japanese autumn full moon, grasses, and grapes. 72" tall.
Accent: Chinese "pool stone" planted with locally collected grasses, on walnut burl slab by Dave Lowman in IA.

 

[JudyB]

Wish I could see this exhibition in person, but work is going to keep me away. Guess I will just have to wait for the photos. Hope everyone has a great time, Brian, your display is so calming, and the tree is just amazing.

 

[johng]

Been very busy of late with new business, family commitments, and even coaching soccer, but yes, I'll be there. Looking forward to putting some faces with names...and usernames!

Here is a preview of the display; still in-progress:

Tree: Hawthorn I collected in 1999 and subsequently grew every branch you see. 26" tall.
Pot: Japanese, made by Katoaka Akitsugu around 1930. 48 cm wide x 6 cm deep.
Table: Custom made of black walnut by Jerry Braswell in CA.
Scroll: Old Japanese autumn full moon, grasses, and grapes. 72" tall.
Accent: Chinese "pool stone" planted with locally collected grasses, on walnut burl slab by Dave Lowman in IA.

Outstanding!!! Maybe we can catch up and say hello over the weekend!
John

 

[mcpesq817]

Been very busy of late with new business, family commitments, and even coaching soccer, but yes, I'll be there. Looking forward to putting some faces with names...and usernames!

Here is a preview of the display; still in-progress:

Tree: Hawthorn I collected in 1999 and subsequently grew every branch you see. 26" tall.
Pot: Japanese, made by Katoaka Akitsugu around 1930. 48 cm wide x 6 cm deep.
Table: Custom made of black walnut by Jerry Braswell in CA.
Scroll: Old Japanese autumn full moon, grasses, and grapes. 72" tall.
Accent: Chinese "pool stone" planted with locally collected grasses, on walnut burl slab by Dave Lowman in IA.

Brian, I've always loved this tree and the natural feeling it gives. Usually the pictures are on your benches or closer ups, but I have to say that this display picture really shows off how gorgeous your hawthorn is.

Congratulations, and I look forward to seeing it in the exhibition's display book

 

[Lazylightningny]

Tree: Hawthorn I collected in 1999 and subsequently grew every branch you see. 26" tall.
Pot: Japanese, made by Katoaka Akitsugu around 1930. 48 cm wide x 6 cm deep.
Table: Custom made of black walnut by Jerry Braswell in CA.
Scroll: Old Japanese autumn full moon, grasses, and grapes. 72" tall.
Accent: Chinese "pool stone" planted with locally collected grasses, on walnut burl slab by Dave Lowman in IA.

Wow, this is a stunning display, Brian.

 

[coh]

Looks great Brian, can't wait to see it in person.

 

[Brian Van Fleet]

Outstanding!!! Maybe we can catch up and say hello over the weekend!
John

Definitely. Look for the guy wearing the Alabama Crimson Tide shirt. Unlike here, it may stand out!

 

[MACH5]

I am coming as well and look forward to meeting you all up in Rochester. Should be a fun weekend! Brian that is one heck of a display!! Can't wait to see it!

 

[bonsaibp]

Definitely. Look for the guy wearing the Alabama Crimson Tide shirt. Unlike here, it may stand out!

Roll Tide!!!!
Awesome display.

 

[pitchpine]

I'll be there!

I'm thinking of bringing some extra pin cherry (Prunus pennsylvanica) seedlings with me if anyone would like one, let me know and we can meet up.

Laura

So, the National Exhibition is less than a week away. Who is attending? I know Raydomz mentioned he would be there. Anyone else?

Chris

 

[amkhalid]

Very nice Brian. I hope to meet some of you guys there. Mach5 I missed you at Kennett, maybe we can meet up at Rochester!

I'll be the Canadian guy. We stick out like a sore thumb. I'm displaying these Canadian trees. A member of my club is bringing a VERY special tree that has not been on display in the USA for... well... maybe ever. But it is one of the most famous trees in the bonsai community. And that's all I'm gonna say

Looking forward to it, and the vendors area. My wallet is already hurting.