About Q4 2024

In this issue, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the authors and photographers who generously share their stories, skill, and passion with our readers worldwide. Their dedication to bonsai and suiseki shines through in every article and image, providing quality information, personal insights, and valuable lessons for both seasoned artists and newcomers. I am continually inspired by their commitment to excellence, as well as their respect for publication deadlines, which allows us to bring this content to you in a timely and polished form.

This edition features a variety of international contributions, including reflections on significant exhibitions and personal bonsai journeys. From the artistry and philosophy behind Taiwan’s Gelonium aequoreum to the creative evolution of a juniper in China, our authors remind us how diverse and dynamic the global bonsai and suiseki communities are. Each piece, whether showcasing a convention or offering deep reflections on bonsai as a living art form, enriches our collective knowledge and appreciation for these ancient practices.

In this issue, Oscar Jonker, owner of Bonsai Empire, takes us to Indonesia, where he reports on the First WBFF Regional Convention & PPBI Piala Presiden Bonsai & Suiseki Exhibition, highlighting the artistry and organizational excellence behind this world-class event. Continuing in Indonesia, Budi Sulistyo introduces us to the Rising Stars of Suiseki, showcasing the diverse stone treasures from up-and-coming artists, marking an important milestone for the country’s suiseki community.

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