Iris,
Judging from what you say that the tree is thin and tall the branches should
be relatively short, and thin in volume. If the tree has gentle curves than
I would style the branches with similar curves. It sure does sound very
literati like. White pines with their open habit should be naturals for this
or Penjing type styles.
Hope this helps.
Jerry Meislik
Whitefish Montana USA
Zone 4-5
http://www.bonsaihunk.8m.com/
In a message dated 4/20/03 8:06:08 PM, writes:
If the first branch is 6 inches from the bottom and there is an exaggerated
downsweep of the branches it will need to be short to keep from hitting the
ground.

Of course. That would make the first branch about 6-7 inches long. I was
wondering if it should be as long as that, or shorter, with more of a
literati look. See the sketches in Korashoff's book, where she compares a
Chinese formal upright with a Japanese one.
Iris

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