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distribution, leaf arrangement, multiplicity of twigs), cleanliness and artistry, ac- curate representation of the tree species and overall impression of age. A point system is in place and depending on the points the individual member’s trees garner, they move up or down in the rank system. Depending on the level a mem- ber is in and if their submissions have managed to win a top spot in the annual exhibition, he or she quali es to bid for the presidential spot in the future or to meet the requirements to be a judge in upcoming shows.
is year, under the leadership of President Ho Chih Xiong and the wonder- ful natural backdrop of Sun Moon Lake in Nantou County, the 18th annual Taiwan Bonsai Creators Association show was celebrated from November 28th until December 3rd, 2015. One hundred and four (104) bonsai of miscellaneous conifer, tropical and deciduous tree species attended the competition. Judging took place Friday, November 27, 2015 and was handled by an excellent panel of Taiwanese bonsai professionals. Competition was severe and judges carefully examined the submissions for accurate results. Among all the entries, only ten attained the top spots. e opening ceremony took place early Saturday morn- ing in the Sun Moon Lake Visitor’s Center. Important local bonsai gures and government o cials participated in the inaugural event. Every guest was amazed by the high quality of the exhibits, the beauty of the scenery and the enthusiasm generated by the experience.
Eighteen years a er its inception, the Taiwan Bonsai Creators Association has gained international recognition and continues to grow, setting the style standards in Taiwan and serving as inspiration to other countries around the world. Bonsai, as a living art, is always evolving. It is di cult to imagine how that humble stone back in 1997 has been slowly polished to become a respected bonsai institution, both in Taiwan and abroad. Like bonsai, the association con- tinues to grow and evolve. Hopefully, with the help of strong leadership and creative membership, the stone will keep shining.
Left; LI AN YUAN, Juniperus chinensis, 96 cm
Right; HE ZHI XIONG, Pinus morrisonicola, 78 cm
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