Michigan bonsai auction

[rockm]

Ran across this article on Jack Wikle's retirement from Hidden Lake Gardens' bonsai collection. His retirement events will apparently include an auction of his personal bonsai on July 9

Michigan ‘bonsai artist’ to retire after more than 50 years sculpting trees

Jack Wikle, 89, went to Japan decades ago and fell in love with bonsai trees. He has spent the last five decades sharing his passion.

www.mlive.com

Jack’s Interview with Dave’s Bonsai

 

[vancehanna]

I knew Jack quite well over all the years and sent him a small pot for the auction!

 

[rockm]

The auction (s) brought in $40,000...Nice to see a journo who understands bonsai as well.

Jack Wikle, bonsai expert, honored as well-deserved legacy

Jack Wikle of Tecumseh celebrated his 90th birthday at the live auction to benefit the Jack Wikle Bonsai Legacy Fund at Hidden Lake Gardens.

www.monroenews.com