Bonsai Master Ben Oki cuts on a Pinus Thumbsiana Tree

Master Bonsai artist Ben Oki tackles his last tree of the evening.

MASTER BEN OKI LIVE BONSAI DEMONSTRATION

Sawing (Japanese Black Pine Session)

Sometimes it is necessary to remove large pieces, as shown here with a tree saw.

MASTER BEN OKI LIVE BONSAI DEMONSTRATION

Trimming (Japanese Black Pine Session)

Trimming back growth after large piece was removed at top..

MASTER BEN OKI LIVE BONSAI DEMONSTRATION

Mr. Oki Finishes (Japanese Black Pine Session)

Part of the mastery of Ben Oki are his sketches that follows each trees transformation.
The pine tree is put into a bonsai direction and the sketch provides a guideline for future bonsai training.

MASTER BEN OKI LIVE BONSAI DEMONSTRATION