agraham
Shohin
Will,
There is a difference between "pro" and "semi pro" even in sports.Personally,I think anyone who gives advanced advice(or demos) should be able to back it up whether paid or not, even if not on the same level as one who makes a living at bonsai.
I'm not quibbling with the rules,just pointing out that your statement is silly.Basically you are saying that one who has at one time been reimbursed for travel and/or demo material and has given a basic beginner lecture or demo should be able to compete with the likes of Walter Pall?
And as far as "bonsai related business" goes....should that extend to anyone who has ever sold a tree or pot or tool or traded for value be included?How in the world does being a vendor of bonsai related products equate with being a professional artist?
andy
There is a difference between "pro" and "semi pro" even in sports.Personally,I think anyone who gives advanced advice(or demos) should be able to back it up whether paid or not, even if not on the same level as one who makes a living at bonsai.
I'm not quibbling with the rules,just pointing out that your statement is silly.Basically you are saying that one who has at one time been reimbursed for travel and/or demo material and has given a basic beginner lecture or demo should be able to compete with the likes of Walter Pall?
And as far as "bonsai related business" goes....should that extend to anyone who has ever sold a tree or pot or tool or traded for value be included?How in the world does being a vendor of bonsai related products equate with being a professional artist?
andy