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Redpine:

I guess the main issue with this particular tree is the lack of taper. Your technique will definitely achieve a wonderful taper for the patient enthusiast (who said good bonsai happens overnight?). A shari or carving could compensate for the lack of taper and distract the viewer. A quicker option would be to purchase a tree with a better taper. BTW, $ 100 for this type of material sounds excessive IMO. I can find decent raw BC with a decent base in my local Home Depot for about $75.

Jorge

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19-Jan-2006	#29
Bonsaifreak bonsaiTALK Master Craftsman Join Date: Jun-2005 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas USDA Zone: 9 AHS Heat Zone: ? Posts: 994	Redpine: I guess the main issue with this particular tree is the lack of taper. Your technique will definitely achieve a wonderful taper for the patient enthusiast (who said good bonsai happens overnight?). A shari or carving could compensate for the lack of taper and distract the viewer. A quicker option would be to purchase a tree with a better taper. BTW, $ 100 for this type of material sounds excessive IMO. I can find decent raw BC with a decent base in my local Home Depot for about $75. Jorge __________________ "Always acknowledge a fault. This will throw those in authority off their guard and give you an opportunity to commit more." Mark Twain