If you've got it flaunt it - Bonsai Makeovers 1

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3 жыл бұрын

In this video I talk you through the many aspects of valuing a Bonsai. I then prune and repot three of lovely Maples Maple.
The last tree that I look at is a Japanese Hornbeam
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@williamcross6480 3 жыл бұрын

Peter just so that you know, times when you are “just rambling on” are some of my favorite parts of your videos. Your just rambling on it’s still very informative for a lot of people

@user-pt1cz4ot1e 3 жыл бұрын

I have never been so happy at 3 in the morning. 🥰

@SubjectiveFunny 3 жыл бұрын

you should sleep more

@satorigardenaksasbonsai.1321 3 жыл бұрын

Why?

@nigellee9824 3 жыл бұрын

Really, I could help with that……

@user-pt1cz4ot1e 3 жыл бұрын

@@SubjectiveFunny I am a bartender. I don’t sleep well either way, but on a different schedule.

@user-pt1cz4ot1e 3 жыл бұрын

@@satorigardenaksasbonsai.1321 because Peter is the best. His videos are what I watch when I’m going to bed, and I was thrilled one I haven’t seen popped up at that moment. 🤷🏼‍♀️

@robertjones7023 2 жыл бұрын

I just picked up a 12" wide Kousa Dogwood stump from the side of the road that a neighbor pulled out and threw away. It has two 3" wide branches cut about 10" long and one ugly shoot for a 'third' branch. I cleaned out the rootball to discover a strangeling root that cause massive swelling above which I removed. The stump alone is about the size of a soccer ball. It is my super ugly bonsai and I love it! 100% character. Maybe it will be a beauty in a few years, trash to treasure. Thanks Peter!

@templeartsbonsai 3 жыл бұрын

My new 3 step Sunday morning plan... Bagels..Espresso...Herons vid... Tidy !

@RosarioCostanzo 3 жыл бұрын

You are right about people who can just criticize; when I started with bonsai, it was very frustrating because i have just met people who told me that trees were too young to start with, taper or nebari weren't Japanesly perfect, that I had to find the "right perfect (expensive) material" for bonsai or it was better to change hobby, that ficus trees were not considered bonsai and bla bla bla. Then I realized that bonsai is enjoyable even if you haven't the exhibition trees and there is always room for improvement and fun, even if you start from seedlings

@peterchan3100 3 жыл бұрын

I have seen it all - having been the Chairman of one of the biggest clubs in the Uk during the '70s & '80s, I know what its like. As you can guess I wasn't the most popular person for my frank views.

@RosarioCostanzo 3 жыл бұрын

unfortunately, bonsai environment can be very snobbish and people like you are always considered annoying

@eleuteriogomez6438 2 жыл бұрын

,😀😀

@caramel9600 2 жыл бұрын

my favorite part of your comment is the word "Japanesely" you do you babe :)

@JoshAbston138 4 ай бұрын

Yeah old bonsai has to start out as young bonsai

@yopage 3 жыл бұрын

I like your attitude, Peter. Plus you're the best teacher by far on youtube. Look for the beauty, not the flaws.

@Josef_R 3 жыл бұрын

It seems to me that if the purpose of bonsai is to make a small tree look like a scaled down old tree, then that first one would have the simulated age of around 200 years. A tree that old would have gone through so much in it's life that it could never possibly look perfect. A tree that old would look GNARLY. That tree has the appearance that it has gone through numerous lightning strikes, broken limbs and all kinds of weather cycles in it's 200 years of life. It would definitely have a gnarled appearance, which this one does. I find that infinitely more valuable than a tree that is perfectly manicured like a show poodle.

@peterchan3100 3 жыл бұрын

You are so right !

@WhoCares69 3 жыл бұрын

Happily just sit and listen to Peter all day 😃

@delrules1907 3 жыл бұрын

Another lovely Sunday morning video from Peter Chan, the Bob Ross of bonsai. I would like to say that if someone has a lifetime of experience talking a lot about a subject to lay-people is never rambling it is imparting your knowledge and I think I probably speak for many of your other viewers when I say it is always appreciated. I think some of the bigger lessons I have taken away from your videos have come from your "rambling". Thank you as ever for what you do.

@williemills2657 7 ай бұрын

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Everyone is different and so are trees. I like the knots, twists and scars it makes the tree have more character that it's been through some hard times and survived. And it looks spooky 😂

@PeytonShreve24 3 жыл бұрын

love the shirt

@CryptoBonsaiDogs Жыл бұрын

I’ve watched your videos Peter for a couple of years now. You are by far my favorite bonsai person; and a really great human being. Would be lying if I said I wasn’t a bit jealous of your life; a career nursery in historic England, touching tens of thousands of bonsais 👏👏👏 But at the same time, when you share that with us, it somehow becomes mine too! Thank you so much for that. Please keep “rambling”. 😁

@bonsaitera 3 жыл бұрын

THE FIRST TRIDENT MAPLE IN THE VIDEO IS WONDERFUL!!!

@martindorrance8133 3 жыл бұрын

I would give my right arm to be ambidextrous 😄. Thanks for another great video, Peter.

@peterchan3100 3 жыл бұрын

Are you left handed ?

@shawkorrrTWITCH 3 жыл бұрын

17:39 - that white bag is a genius trick to learn. Thank you!

@lynnetimmermann3878 3 жыл бұрын

The second to the last tree has a dinosaur eyeball peaking out from the trunk. I love it!!

@tonigoldenberg3 3 жыл бұрын

“there is beauty in imperfection” is a wonderful comment. Thank you 👍 from Oregon Bonsai enthusiast.

@carlosdesousagiraldez9452 3 жыл бұрын

Peter is definitely a master of the seriously simple as he sees the obvious and finds a solution that way.

@peterchan3100 3 жыл бұрын

I like the expression - "seriously simple" ! All the world's best solutions are the simple ones.

@carlosdesousagiraldez9452 3 жыл бұрын

@@peterchan3100 "Seriously simple" is the best expression I found. I am an engineer, my English is scholar (proficiency cerficate from Cambridge university) and I am from Portugal. Greetings.

@dhanwanteerampersad5363 3 жыл бұрын

Good morning from Trinidad.☕

@vickikay54 Жыл бұрын

Mr Chan, if you, or any person knowledgeable in bonsai, saw mine, you would all die laughing. I've never been good at bonsai and the fact is I never will be. But the pleasure I get from just sitting amongst them, is just immeasurable. I feel absolute peace just looking at them. So even though I know they would be a joke to others, to me they are beautiful.

@fredsanke4070 3 жыл бұрын

"The Bonsai Barber "....I've learned a lot....thank you sir!

@harrietb2141 3 жыл бұрын

I like your words of wisdom , as much as your work.

@cell32005 3 жыл бұрын

An absolute Gentleman and a treasure to all of us aspiring bonsaists. Thank you.

@jameswatson2881 3 жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable video Peter as maple subjects are my favourite

@planterbanter 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your wise words Chan! Finding the positives/getting constructive criticism is how the art of bonsai will continue to grow in the world. When someone with decades of experience snobbishly laughs/ is negative at your work (when you might only be a handful of years into it), will only discourage someone learning the art. Great reminder to be kind to one another :)

@williammcgee7972 3 жыл бұрын

I watch you all the time. Learning about bonsai trees since i found you on utub.

@jasonsaylor7983 3 жыл бұрын

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. contemplate that

@marcus7840 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video to watch at 5:00 in the morning. Thanks and good morning everyone.

@edwardvickers5654 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing good to say, do not say anything. Another great one Peter, THANKS.

@rsa420 3 жыл бұрын

Sunday morning with Peter is always a good way to start the day. I loved how they all turned out. Thank you for sharing

@louisanow 3 жыл бұрын

The curvy trunk discovery on the maple in the unglazed rectangle pot was a very pleasant surprise. The curved roots, originally deemed a problem, now add a beautiful extension of the overall effect of this lovely tree.😃 This was an excellent example of looking for and working with the inherent beauty unique to the individual specimen. Broadening both the mind and the vision with this one!

@Myugii_ Жыл бұрын

Funny I've always thought of Maples as flamboyantly masculine. Love you work on these trees!

@johnrb9397 3 жыл бұрын

Hello all from Australia 🇦🇺. Thank you Peter Sir for sharing your knowledge.

@annsmith4739 2 жыл бұрын

Iv just found your channel,an I love it ,your such a lovely man ,an thank you for sharing how to create bonsai ,I do have some my self they are over 60 years old .I just love them Ann uk xx

@CarlosPereira-tm1le 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mr. Peter for the great lessons, it is the simplicity you work serves as inspiration, as you say, less is more, the beauty is not perfect but in the eyes of those who see it.

@sahabshraddha8453 3 жыл бұрын

It's great to share views 🌸🌸 for us!!!

@mangeshthawre416 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work on all those trees 👍🌳

@almac2598 3 жыл бұрын

"You find trees like that in nature". Absolutely, and they look good as well. Just because it does not fit the Bonsai recipe does not mean it is not a lovely piece of living art. Thanks Peter. Very interesting video.

@voodooskratch 3 жыл бұрын

Love the really old BONSAI trees, their like living antiques!! 🌲🌴🌳👍

@chrisbrayley6271 3 жыл бұрын

Peter I was watch your video about bonsai about viewing a tree an making selection of what too cut. you talked about Wabi Sabi. I wanted to know more about this word. It was a great lesson about my life and perspective. Thank you very much.

@jay_tesst 3 жыл бұрын

I sincerely love your practical yet aesthetical approach to bonsai, I enjoy watching you do this every time, and although I love bonsai I myself do not have the patience or "stamina" to create these beautiful trees. Thank you for your videos. Warmest regards from The Netherlands.

@angryzombie8088 3 жыл бұрын

The front that you choose for the 2nd maple looks like the Indonesian weapon called Keris. The shape of the blade is curved alternately along the way just like the trunk.

@octoberblaze8554 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to see Tridents making a comeback

@gerardedgar5961 Жыл бұрын

All I know I learned a lot from you every time I watch. thank you

@karanseraph 3 жыл бұрын

I have commented similar things before. But I do still appreciate the sentiment that we should respect subjectivity and other people's ideas of beauty. Some things others might call ugly I find most interesting. I like the number four, so i sometimes group four little trees, but I also like to place miniature tombstones or skulls in the pot.

@casvanmarcel 3 жыл бұрын

this is my therapy

@PoloNotes 3 жыл бұрын

I could watch this guy for hours, learning while being entertained, with amazing knowledge

@elizabethturel78 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love, love, love the first tree. The “back” of the tree has, what looks like a knot, just like a full size tree would have. Such a talented artist. Thank you for sharing.🤗

@maryperrysmith5815 Жыл бұрын

Peter. You just MADE MY DAY. LOVE TO LISTEN TO YOU YOUR WORDS OF WISDOM ❤😊. And I love the new front and all it’s roots. Showing 😊. Last tree my favorite.

@krustycreme1093 2 жыл бұрын

I just love watching your videos! You are so interesting and talented and I have learnt alot. My 9 yr old son is crazy about propagating plants and I think he may enjoy bonsai in the future! He would love to see what you do!

@dancalankonstrukt5724 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the words of wisdom you've shared for bonsai lovers.. God bless..

@josephwatts2341 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Peter. I always have questions that come to mind while watching your work on maples, but by the end of your videos you have already answered them.😃 Thank you!

@Blaydrnnnr 3 жыл бұрын

I have 3 Tridents. 1 is quite young, and was sent to me already in a fairly shallow pot by the Bonsai nursery that sold it, so it hasnt thickened much over the years I've had it. ( about 8 years now ) I have been trying to develop it, but its quite puzzling. The other two, I got from a Bonsai nursery here as Pre-Bonsai, 12 years old, with 1.5 inch trunks, and Have me completely stumped as to what and how to start. Not even really sure of WHEN, certain things should be done. Most people on here have different advice. Its a bit nerve racking. Watching you makes me want to start doing SOMETHING, but the fear of doing something devastating, holds me back. Love watching you do exhibitions like this, helps me to understand better what I should be trying to do..maybe...

@dw293 2 жыл бұрын

Love watching these, learn so much from them.

@smee1969 3 жыл бұрын

I lOve your show Peter ! I love trees especially these exquisite maples and with great trunk . Thankyou for sharing so much💚 beautifuL wabi sabi

@bonsaiinjavalandtv5857 3 жыл бұрын

I love that your shirt looks so botanical, and the red t-shirt is so vibrant! And it is perfect to make bonsai look higher in its aesthetic value. Nice share! 🙏🙏

@cs3742 3 жыл бұрын

Profound philosophy lessons today! Yes! Look to enjoy, to find beauty. I'm so glad you introduced me to the concept of wabi sabi. Thank you for giving me permission to like what I like in bonsai. I liked what you said about bonsai so manicured that they look plastic.

@zaubergarden6900 3 жыл бұрын

It's great to have you share these new views on conventinal wisdom that you've reached, as you say, in your old age. With your insights all of us can start sooner with our own experiments with "odd" shapes.

@JamesHumerez Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the videos for my learning about bonsai handling. Thank you Peter.

@williammcgee7972 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing peter

@jonathanruiz8466 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Peter. Your work and your words have really inspired me to do my own work and make time for my trees.

@janeplatt8254 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Peter, love this tree ,you are amazing to watch. Jane 🇬🇧😊❤️

@mnilsson2704 2 жыл бұрын

I love your humility Peter. I find interesting branches or small seedlings stick them in pots and see what happens. I do my own thing whilst considering advise from an expert such as you yourself.😁

@TallowTheQuoll 3 жыл бұрын

I don't think the beauty is the only thing that holds cost. Bonsai from famous bonsai masters and famous locations especially in Japan will always hold a higher premium, a tree from such a place with age over 40-50years even more so. Any tree also featured in a book or has been a show winner will also hold a premium on its pricetag.

@peterchan3100 3 жыл бұрын

There is that as well - like Princess Diana's old car which sold recently

@mahirahuja2329 2 жыл бұрын

Wabi Sabi - thank you for giving words of wisdom. Your work is admirable 🙏

@paullill5604 3 жыл бұрын

Sunday breakfast with Peter. Best way to start a red. Hot day

@andrewt1176 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter! Great video, loved it. Maples, both trident/Japanese are my favorite

@andreasweber1533 3 жыл бұрын

That hornbeam pair is very beautiful! Personally instead of wiring the left branch of the right tree up I'd look at bending the next (center/upright) one down into that open space, opening up the crown a bit in the process ...

@harrietb2141 3 жыл бұрын

Peter, you made my dag. Again❤️

@MidniteSan 3 жыл бұрын

Give them a bit more time and they'll bring anyone who buys them tons of enjoyment. Bravo Peter and Herons team, thx for sharing as always 👍. Cant wait to see the next one 🌲🙌. Cheers

@lynnetimmermann3878 3 жыл бұрын

I love this tree. What a beauty!!

@imSUPERcereal0 2 жыл бұрын

I am 29, turn 30 in March. I decided recently that bonsai will be my official new passion hobby. I am looking forward to the spring next year with much anticipation and excitement. :) I also have a nice Japanese maple in my yard, I hope to successfully take some cuttings and grow some bonsai out of it next year. I absolutely love this channel! Thanks for making such fascinating and wonderfully educational videos.

@geraldtanck 10 ай бұрын

“Lemme just bring my famous white bag” n I was laughing 😂😂😂

@alicer3423 3 жыл бұрын

Mr. Chan, You are an artist and a fantastic teacher. I love your work and also love the maples as you do.

@jamaxk1373 Ай бұрын

While yes "because they're beautiful" but to me they're beautiful because they appear to be full size trees. I love trees just in general.

@efethecaptain6 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know anything about bonsai but 30:10 that root looks lovely, I wouldn't cut or hide.

@annenna2354 11 ай бұрын

Love the trunk on the first tree.

@paulguerra2414 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Peter for your discussion about why we do bonsai at the start of this video. Sometimes I feel crazy that I have adopted this art but I do get taken in by the beauty of it all when I practice it. Thank you for the wisdom you share.

@harrietb2141 3 жыл бұрын

I love that tree! I wish I could buy it🥰

@gloriablanco7856 3 жыл бұрын

Just have to love them all!

@The_Dood 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the veil analogy, it adds mystery to a tree to hide bits.

@digitaIgorilla 3 жыл бұрын

Hey PCAS, get ya coffee on and sit back 😉

@digitaIgorilla 3 жыл бұрын

That third one, I spotted the sinuous nature of its trunk as you turned it back and forth, so glad you found it too.

@lukev9965 Жыл бұрын

You're like the Bob Ross of bonsai.

@juanperezpianistaflamenco 3 жыл бұрын

Again.... Amazing video, so inspiring and so honest and so real. Thanks again!

@nevaehdoesstuff1092 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos!! Inspiring! I love your point of view!💚 Beautiful end result!!

@ingeborg-anne 3 жыл бұрын

Oh boy, that's a great shirt. I love it!

@chipchaffee2416 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir , I enjoy your videos a great deal . I’ve learned a great deal from you . I learned to look at things differently and with a more open mind .

@sarahjustesen1305 3 жыл бұрын

Kudos, Sir. Always fascinating on so many levels.

@beardedbonsai 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter for another great video.

@walterwjr947 Жыл бұрын

Thank you.... 🙏 😔 🙏 Dr. Chan,,,, there is so much knowledge.... 🙏🖖🙏

@andrewgibbons4549 3 жыл бұрын

Great video love it. You are so good with talking about bonsias.

@positivenergylife 2 жыл бұрын

I want to say how strange it is I feel when what I see you say the next moment or what you say I look and agree 100%, makes me feel like some lost in Europe Chinese roots in me :D

@MrChausner 3 жыл бұрын

Great life lessons and bonsai to. Excellent

@matthewmiller9569 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. You inspire the bonsai enthusiast in me to come out and play. I hope you know you definitely help people bring even more love and light into their lives by making and sharing these videos. Namaste, brother