Well Iīm probably not young any more (27) and I have to admit that Iīm
planning of making an Ent funsai but I donīt think that type of "pop
culture" will increase the intrest among young people. There is enough
interest in martial arts, japanese culture and just plain bonsai for
that to happen. The key word is urban. Most young people live in the
city in a flat, with little or no possibility to grow bonsai other then
ugly cheap mallsai. Clubs and members need to be better at helping young
people out eg offering winterprotection and care for those that only
have a balocony. Itīs hell just repotting a tree indoors where you donīt
have access to a garden to soil ;-) and a hose. Practical stuff not pop
culture will help increase the intrest in bonsai.
Henrik Gistvall, Uppsala, Sweden
Kitsune Miko wrote:
I think we need to find a simpler beginning for young people instead of coming across as old farts that know the only way things need to be done. When my son was 9, we joined a bonsai club. My son had/has some talent and a good eye (he makes his living
as an ornamental iron worker). He would do cute things, better than some of the older folk. When he was told to stop that and learn to appreciate the rules, he lost interest. He still likes bonsai and will inherit my collection. he does know how to ta
ke care of it, beause I taught him slowly.
Kitsune Miko
Pat Patterson wrote:
G'day all...
Billy said "...if Bonsai is going to be more popular especially among a
younger, more urban population it will need to change and reflect popular
culture such as 'The Lord of The Rings...'".
I think that "...need to change..." may be a bit strong...how about "expand to
include"?
But then, I guess expand implies change. Doesn't it?
I've heard/read more than recognized bonsai artist say "...listen to your
tree...". So, while studying a tree to plan the design, if the tree tells me
"...make me look like I came from 'The Lord of The Rings...'", that's what I
will attempt. Never would I impose a "Lord of The Rings" look on a tree.
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