bonsaial1

Ther are some that advocate that the Westerers are lazy when it comes to producing bonsai. We are not willing to learn the rules, we have no attention span to succumb to Japanese traditions. And the only reason we do bonsai in America is to consider it a hobby, and to hell with everyone else. Except my tree for what it is, and if you don't like it, tough.

Yet when speaking about the Europeans, it is of opinion that they come from the cradle of art expression and so take bonsai on a more serious level. When one tries to navigate around these ideals, it is said that the reson you don't "see it" is because you don't appreciate art. Some say that all bonsai in Europe seem to be exhibited with judging in mind, and that that in itself would help to motivate bonsai to a higher level.

I guess what I am looking for is why are American trees always spoken about in a lazy, laxidasical, devil may care attitude. Do we not produce classic bonsai here. Maybe its because all the American venues seem to think that conventions can only pull big numbers with Professional, High Profile Bonsai Stars. Is there not the talant here in America that produce bonsai Icon stature trees.

And... If we don't, why is that? Whats missing?

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