Description
Practical Guide to Bonsai Styles of the World is the definitive resource for mastering the ancient art of bonsai design. This comprehensive guide covers more than forty distinct styles, from traditional Japanese and Chinese forms to six uniquely African innovations that reflect the continent’s natural beauty.
Each style is meticulously illustrated with detailed line drawings and stunning full-colour photographs, revealing the characteristics and variations that define authentic bonsai artistry. The author provides precise design guidelines for every style, recommending the most suitable plants and appropriate containers to achieve success.
An essential introductory section explores composition principles and design fundamentals, whilst a useful classification system offers quick reference to style features and Japanese equivalents. Now in its third edition, the book features completely updated content, user-friendly design and intuitive
colour-coding for effortless navigation.
Whether customers are complete beginners discovering bonsai’s meditative appeal or seasoned enthusiasts seeking to expand their repertoire, this
essential reference transforms complex techniques into achievable artistic mastery for any skill level.
