Bart Thomas(deceased)

FredL:

This is the mindset of collectors of traditional art (paintings, sculpture,etc.).

At first we think we own them. Then we realize that we are responsible for their preservation. This can involve a considerable amount of maintenance.

So it is with bonsai. Would you consider owning a masterpiece until you knew how to care for it, or, as in the case of many japanese, knew someone who did?