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News for contributors and NBF friends of The National Bonsai BULLETIN Foundation Winter 2000 Volume XI, Number 2 Our Treasures Have Been 25th Anniversary Asian Arts Festival Published! by Dr. Thomas S. Elias by Jim Hayes It’s hard to believe that the National In February of 1999, I was given the charge of bringing to fruition NBF’s vision Bonsai and Penjing Museum will be 25 of sharing with the world the depth and scope of the National Bonsai and Penjing years old next year. But, it will be, and a Museum’s prized viewing stone collection. This collection is one of our national series of events are planned to cele- treasures, presenting some of the best viewing stones from around the world do- brate this great occasion. The first of nated by avid collectors and world leaders. Rolling off the press this December these will be held at the Museum on 2000, Awakening the Soul makes that vision a reality. the weekend of April 27–29, 2001, when the National Bonsai Foundation, the Potomac Bonsai Association, the Japan Satsuki Association, Ikebana International, and the U. S. National Arboretum join together to bring you an Asian Arts Festival. (See the en- closed Calendar of Events.) We extend a very warm and cordial invitation to members and supporters of the National Bonsai Foundation to be with us for this notable time in the history of the Museum. A formal ceremony to open the bon- sai, ikebana, viewing stone, and bonsai pot exhibits will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 27. Japanese Ambassador Yanni has been invited to attend and assist in honoring seven members of the board of the Japan Satsuki Associ- Soft-Bound Cover ation who will be recognized for their generous donation of a collection of Published in memory of Yuji Yoshimura, Awakening the Soul orchestrates 100 mature satsuki azaleas to the Museum. pages of expressive photography, classic design, passionate writing, comprehen- Japanese bonsai master Susumu Naka- sive reference, and renaissance craftsmanship. With a special letter from Dr. Tom mura, who donated three bonsai to the Elias, foreword by Felix Laughlin and an insightful introduction by noted viewing Museum, will also be recognized. Visi- stone expert, Larry Ragle, this book is more than a pictorial catalogue. It captures tors will be able to see a special view- the timeless expressions of Nature, stimulates the imagination and (living up to ing stone exhibit as well as the six win- its title) awakens the soul. ning bonsai pots from the first-ever This work has been produced in limited quantities in both hard-bound and soft- NBF national pot competition. bound versions. Only 100 hand-numbered, hard-bound, slip-cased books will be On Saturday afternoon, April 28, the made available. Each version is equally inspiring. Japan Satsuki Association will present a Hard-bound, slip-cased edition–$125. Soft-bound edition–$39.95. Please add lecture on satsuki azaleas followed im- $3.95 for shipping and handling. To obtain your copy, please complete the enclosed order form. (Continued on page 2) 2 President’s Letter We are pleased niversary Asian Arts Festival (April to announce in 27–29, 2001); the Bonsai Pot Com- this issue the re- petition (winners to be announced BOARD OF DIRECTORS lease of Awak- on April 27, 2001); an Invitational HONORARY MEMBERS ening the Soul Viewing Stone Exhibition (dates to John Y. Naka Hon. Orville G. Bentley —a new book be determined); and the Scholarly H. Marc Cathey highlighting the Perspectives on Bonsai and Viewing John L. Creech Saburo Kato (Japan) Museum’s Na- Stones Symposium (October 26–28, Barbara Hall Marshall tional Viewing Stone Collection. 2001). Mary E. Mrose Dr.Yee-sun Wu (Hong Kong) With an illuminating text by Larry We thank Dr. Tom Elias for his George Y.Yamaguchi Ragle, exquisite photography by Joe leadership and for making the pub- PRESIDENT EMERITUS Mullan, and elegant design by Jim lic/private partnership between the Frederic L. Ballard, PA Hayes and Lia Marta, this work will U.S. National Arboretum and the OFFICERS Marion Gyllenswan, NY set a new standard for books on this National Bonsai Foundation such a Chair art form. The Foundation is indebt- success. We also thank all of you— Felix B. Laughlin, DC President ed to Jim Hayes for his uncompro- NBF’s supporters—who can be Marybel Balendonck, CA mising determination in moving proud of your Museum’s accom- Vice President Chris C. Cochrane, VA this arduous project from start to plishments over the last quarter Secretary Chris J.Yeapanis, VA finish. century. It has truly become a Treasurer As 2001 approaches, we are world-class center, fostering a better MEMBERS preparing a number of exciting understanding of bonsai, penjing Vaughn L. Banting, LA events to celebrate the 25th Anniver- and viewing stones. Jack E. Billet, DE Roger S. Case, Jr., NM sary of the Museum. The main ac- Best wishes for a peaceful and re- Gregory M. Cloyd, OH Doris W. Froning, PA tivities will include the 25th An- warding 2001! David Garvin, MD James J. Hayes, PA F. Allan Hills, CO Roland Hofmeister, MN C. F. Kwok, VA Janet E. Lanman, MD 25th ANNIVERSARY ASIAN Senior Teachers of Ikebana Interna- Cheryl Manning, CA tional will have a series of strikingly Robert Moak, AL ARTS FESTIVAL Mary Ann E. Orlando, DC (Continued from page 1) beautiful flower arrangements on dis- Larry Ragle, CA F. Chase Rosade, PA play in the Mary E. Mrose Internation- Thomas Scott, TN mediately by a demonstration on how al Pavilion. These master teachers will Helen C. Souder, FL Jerald P. Stowell, NJ to style a satsuki bonsai. Here’s your also hold concurrent sessions on Satur- Edward Trout, FL opportunity to see how the world’s day and Sunday on how to make flower Ted T.Tsukiyama, HI William N. Valavanis, NY leading experts create their magnificent arrangements representing the different Jack W. Wells, DC specimens. Solita and Chase Rosade, schools of ikebana. A sales tent with EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS internationally-known bonsai artists, many vendors will be available to vis- President American Bonsai Society will offer special bonsai classes for chil- itors wishing to acquire plants, supplies, President dren on both Saturday and Sunday. and materials. Bonsai Clubs International President Susumu Nakamura will conduct a for- By combining these exhibits with Potomac Bonsai Association est-style bonsai demonstration on Sun- our recognition ceremony, we hope to ADVISORS day afternoon. In addition to these attract a much larger audience than we Thomas S. Elias Director, U.S. National Arboretum demonstrations, the Potomac Bonsai have for previous events and gain Elizabeth L. Ley greater public recognition for the Gardens Unit Leader Association will arrange additional U.S. National Arboretum ones for their members. Museum and the art of bonsai. Warren Hill Curator of Bonsai, U.S. National Arboretum Jack Sustic Assistant Curator of Bonsai, U.S. National Arboretum Bonsai Associations of Michigan Bonsai Societies of Florida Golden State Bonsai Federation Check Out NBF’s Website: Hawaii Bonsai Association Lone Star Bonsai Association Mid-America Bonsai Alliance www.bonsai-nbf.org Mid-Atlantic Bonsai Societies Puget Sound Bonsai Association 3 or accent plants, suitable for maintain- Arboretum, along with a tag identify- Bonsai Pot ing living plants indefinitely including at ing the potter’s name and applicable Competition least one drainage hole, and made by a pot category, until the final selection potter residing in North America. process is completed. The three win- by Chris Cochrane ners in each pot category will be dis- THE SELECTION PANEL: played with their award and identifying The Selection Panel will be com- nterest is strong and growing as the information in the Mary E. Mrose In- I prised of Kenneth Trapp, Warren Hill National Bonsai and Penjing Museum ternational Pavilion at the Museum for and Janet Lanman. Mr. Trapp is the moves closer to its pot competition not less than three months. Curator-in-Charge of the Renwick deadline of February 1, 2001. This is the Gallery of the Smithsonian American OWNERSHIP OF POTS: first North American bonsai pot com- Art Museum. The Renwick Gallery is The three winners in each pot cate- petition. It is being conducted in associ- the nation’s museum that collects, gory will become the sole property of ation with the Takagi Bonsai Museum studies, interprets, and exhibits the the Museum. Pots not receiving of Tokyo, Japan. The Takagi Museum finest work in American craft, includ- awards will be returned to their own- has conducted a bonsai competition in ing ceramics. The Renwick Gallery will ers if they have deposited adequate Japan for many years and, as a result, be mounting an exhibit “USA Clay: funds with the National Bonsai Foun- has encouraged Japanese potters to ad- Ceramics from the Collection” from dation to pay for return shipping vance the art of ceramic bonsai con- March 9 through July 15, 2001. costs. Otherwise, they also will be- tainers beyond traditional styles. come the property of the Museum. Requests for information have been ENTRY DEADLINES: received from potters and art pottery By February 1, 2001, contestants DISCLAIMER: studios in more than half the states in must mail one or two color slides of Neither the U.S. National Arboretum, the country and from Canada. Requests each pot to The National Bonsai Foun- the National Bonsai Foundation nor the are arriving from university art depart- dation, 1775 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Takagi Museum is responsible for dam- ments. Journal announcements have Washington, DC 20006-4605, Attn: age to pots during shipping to and from significantly spread the word.