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Boondock

For the pot you have shown in the last reply 1/2" seems a little excessive, IMHO. I only use 1/2" thick slabs for pots that are over 12" in length, using 1/2" slabs on pots under this size seems too heavy on the eye.

When I make shohin pots I use 3/8" or 2/8" slabs this, for me, is a nice proportion.

Don't get me wrong there is no right way, I look at what the tree demands. If the Bonsai is delicate and feminine then a thin delicate pot is appropriate. If the Bonsai is powerful and masculine then the pot should reflect this. I find dsing this approach achieves a union between the tree and the pot.

Hope this helps

Regards

Andy

31-May-2006	#8
stonemonkey Mad Bonsai Potter Join Date: Jul-2004 Location: The Garden of England, Kent Country: England Posts: 487	Boondock For the pot you have shown in the last reply 1/2" seems a little excessive, IMHO. I only use 1/2" thick slabs for pots that are over 12" in length, using 1/2" slabs on pots under this size seems too heavy on the eye. When I make shohin pots I use 3/8" or 2/8" slabs this, for me, is a nice proportion. Don't get me wrong there is no right way, I look at what the tree demands. If the Bonsai is delicate and feminine then a thin delicate pot is appropriate. If the Bonsai is powerful and masculine then the pot should reflect this. I find dsing this approach achieves a union between the tree and the pot. Hope this helps Regards Andy __________________ www.stonemonkeyceramics.co.uk Fine Handmade Stoneware Bonsai Pots