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Top left; Nomination: Zelkova nire of Mr. Marcel Drechsler, Germany
Top right; Nomination: Rhododendron indicum of Mr. Marcel Drechsler, Germany
Middle left; Larix decidua of Mr. Václav Novák, Czech Republic
Middle right; Pinus sylvestris of Mr. Wlodzimierz Pietraszko, Poland
Bottom left; Olea europea by Mr. Josef Valuch, Czech Republic
Bottom right; Potentilla fruticosa
of Mrs. Jirka Novák, Czech Republic
was offered. As special guest, Tony Tickle from England, gave a stimulating demonstration and lecture on bonsai. In addition, visitors could purchase bonsai and all kind of bonsai related items at the traders’ area. At an information station, newcomers and advanced bonsai practitioners could get into contact with bonsai work groups in their area or get advice with problems how to take care of a bonsai.
The program included a bus tour to the Castle Hohnstein, about 20 km up-river on the Elbe. It is spectacularly situated on a rock ledge and therefore a popular tourist spot.
The date of the social evening with a rich buffet and award presentations was changed from Saturday to Friday because of the football match, Germany – Algeria, for the world championship in Brazil. The evening meeting under the motto “Get Together” gave the opportunity for a chat with friends and to get into contact with other bonsai enthusiasts. There were about 50 participants so an intimate atmosphere was possible.
To sum up, Bonsai Triennale 2014 was a successful event.
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