BCI Members’ Choice

Every year, BCI Members will vote for their favorite Tree and Stone of the Year from all the Trees and Stones submitted by BCI members over a 12 month period.. This year the Tree and Stone of the Year was  awarded a cash prize and a certificate. 

The Rules:

Individual, Online and Club members are eligible to enter. All BCI members can cast a vote on their favorite tree or stone.

Send us your photos and tell us the story: how the tree was collected or acquired; who styled the tree; a story about the pot and trays or the artist that created them; a short monograph on the species. For stones: how or where the stone was collected or acquired; its mineral composition; a story about the base or the artist that created it; a short monograph on the geological material.

You can make the story as personal as you like. You can also add a link to your website, blog or Facebook page if you like.

Featured photos must be in color, in focus, on a neutral background, about 1000 pixels wide. If appropriate or necessary, additional photos showing a process or a “before and after” can also be submitted.

Both the story and photo will be considered when selecting the finalists. All levels of expertise are welcome whether you are a novice, an experienced hobbyist or a professional.

Watch your email for monthly reminders. We encourage all members to submit their beautiful works of art.

This is a great opportunity to share your trees, stones and stories with your fellow club members around the world and inspire everyone who visits the website, and who knows, perhaps your tree or stone will win a prize.

Trees and stones submitted throughout the year will be featured on this website and on social media.