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wrapped it with tape to prevent water intrusion. The
result was a beautifully styled tree with a natural flow
from the base to the apex.
Suiseki Experience
For suiseki enthusiasts, the convention offered a visit
to the Liuzhou Stone Museum. While there was no
dedicated suiseki bazaar, the museum’s exhibits were
stunning, and participants received an album featuring
photographs of the displayed stones—a delightful bonus.
During my visit, I discovered a small shop in the
museum selling a few stones. I purchased a black stone
from the Yangtze River with a pattern resembling a
woman and a white mark above it. This stone reminded
me of the Mid-Autumn Festival legend of the moon
goddess Chang’e, who resides on the moon. The cultural
significance of this stone made it a treasured find. I call
it, Legend of Mooncakes.
Final Impressions
The convention concluded with an unforgettable
gesture by Mr. Chen. Upon our return to Guangzhou
via high-speed train, he arranged a luxurious farewell
lunch for us before our flights home. The meal was
a fitting end to a convention that was exceptional in
every way.
Thank you, Mr. Chen, for your dedication and
thoughtfulness in creating such a memorable
experience.
The scale of
the exhibition,
the warm
hospitality, and
the flawless
logistics in such
a vast country
were truly
remarkable.
Above: Additional photos of the Podocarpus showing the results
of the V-cut and the guy wires used to create and hold bends in
the trunk.
Bottom: The stone purchased by Budi from a small shop in the
Liuzhou Stone Museum he titled Legend of Mooncakes.
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