Book
Keshiki bonsai : the easy, modern way to create miniature landscapes / Kenji Kobayashi.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781604693591 (pbk.) :
- Physical Description: 173 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
- Edition: English language ed.
- Publisher: Portland, Or. : Timber Press, c2012.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "Translation by Lynn Katsumoto." Includes index. Original Japanese edition published by Nitto Shoin Honsha Co., Ltd. in 2007. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Bonsai. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud Branch | 635.9772 Kob | 31681002669349 | NONFICPBK | Available | - |
- Book News
Kobayashi, a Japanese landscape designer who studied bonsai in Portland, OR, introduces his user-friendly style of keshiki ("landscape") bonsai. Following a primer on keshiki styles and basics, he presents well-illustrated, detailed instructions and plant suggestions for creating 37 projects that capture the essence of natural landscapes, ranging from minimalist moss arrangements to miniature forests in re-purposed containers. Includes a foreword by a curator at the Portland Japanese Garden and observations on other artists' works. Originally published in Japan in 2007. Annotation ©2013 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) - Workman Press.
Traditional bonsai can be complicated, time consuming, and expensive. Keshiki bonsai is different. Gone are the confusing rules. Thereâs no need to wait for years until your bonsai is âready,â or to worry that you might kill some ancient, precious plant. Keshiki bonsai is about taking inspiration from a natural scene and creating a living piece of art using easily available plants and small containers. Anyone can do it! Just follow the clear step-by-step instructions and youâll have an exquisite bonsai that will enliven any style of room.
This dazzling book features 37 stylish projects with simple, step-by-step instructions that anyone can follow. The projects start simple, with five designs that feature moss combined with unique containers. Readers then move on to six designs combining moss, small trees, and containers. The next ten projects add perennials to the mix, and the final ten projects have it all: moss, trees, perennials, and stones. Each project is made with a wide variety of containers, from the most delicate, artisan clay to a repurposed ramekin and a simple box
- Workman Press.Previously, the techniques, tips, and insights of keshiki bonsai were available only to enthusiasts. Now, bonsai beginners can join in creating these miniature masterpieces. Learn how a garden, a forest, or even a stream can come to life within the bounds of a tiny container.
