Shohin Japanese Maple [#18]

[MACH5]

What caused you to sell it?

lol I knew you were going to say that! I don’t know how you can part with such great trees ... unless maybe it has something to do with the money

I have been systematically revamping my collection to better suit my evolving tastes and interests. At the same time trying to keep upgrading the collection to the highest level possible within my means.

 

[Velodog2]

Good reason! Hard for many of us to believe you could upgrade from those trees you have been selling, but there is always room for improvement.

 

[Manmountain526]

Very nice!

Off Topic, Whfarro, I noticed your profile picture is a Shorinkan Patch. That's awesome. How long have you been studying and who do you train with?

 

[Andrew Robson]

I have been systematically revamping my collection to better suit my evolving tastes and interests.

Just curious, what are you're evolving tastes and interests?

 

[Smoke]

This tree no more! I sold it last year.

I've said that before. Don't worry your code is safe with me

 

[MACH5]

Just curious, what are you're evolving tastes and interests?

Rob, there are a lot of nuances/reasons of why I may prefer a tree over another etc. But the short answer is that I have moved towards larger material.

 

[MACH5]

Rob, there are a lot of nuances/reasons of why I may prefer a tree over another etc. But the short answer is that I have moved towards larger material.

LOL sorry Andrew, I realized I called you Rob. I guess I needed my morning dose of caffeine. UGH!

 

[Cadillactaste]

This tree no more! I sold it last year.

Dang...someone got a beaut! While on your bench...you did good by it. The new owner must be very pleased.

 

[thumblessprimate1]

I have been systematically revamping my collection to better suit my evolving tastes and interests. At the same time trying to keep upgrading the collection to the highest level possible within my means.

Everyone should be doing this.

 

[MACH5]

Dang...someone got a beaut! While on your bench...you did good by it. The new owner must be very pleased.

Darlene, yes I will miss the tree. It was a good one. At least it made someone else happy, I got some good money for it and helping me acquire trees that will challenge me more creatively.

 

[Velodog2]

Everyone should be doing this.

I dunno, you’re begging for a philosophical discussion of what provides joy to bonsai artists (and those who aspire to be) here.