Jerry Meislik Ficus retusa Workshop – MABA 2006

June 11th, 2006

Jerry Meislik Ficus retusa Workshop – MABA 2006

by Paul Stokes

: Willow Leaf Fig (Ficus salicifolia) before the demonstration

: The demonstration hall

: Jerry began with a short lecture about Ficus as bonsai. Photo taken during an intermission, where people were able to ask questions.

: Jerry explains the possible designs for this tree

: Jerry asking the observers what he should do. This made for a very interactive demonstration

: Jerry inspecting the stock

: Jerry starts from the base up. He begins to style this tree

: Jerry adding some wire

: Jerry saying that this will be a great tree in two to three years, given the proper conditions are met

: Willow Leaf Fig (Ficus salicifolia) after the demonstration

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Paul Stokes

Paul Stokes (USA) is an amateur bonsai enthusiast from Madison, Wisconsin. A web designer, internet and computer programmer, landscaper, construction worker, Paul has long been fascinated by the miniaturization of trees in pots. He has been involved with bonsai since 2000, when his girlfriend bought him a mini-bonsai starter kit for his birthday; he became a member of Badger Bonsai Society a year later. He is an active editor of the Art of Bonsai project, a co-founder and active editor of the Knowledge of Bonsai Forum and his vast skills with computers and web design keep both forums running smoothly and professionally. He is also currently involved in the in planning the innovative All American Bonsai Show in 2008. His current goal is to create unity and the expansion of the knowledge of bonsai the world over.

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