Thank you for this. History is only partially narratives of past events. We are in it. This is it. It's vital to get this information saved on something more durable than human memory.
Hi Dan, just watched a few of your videos, I started bonsai in 1989 and you were one of my inspirational people to look up to for many years, I'm 75 now and still doing bonsai and hope to be doing for many more years.
Loved the video, great to see bonsai history recorded. Would love to see more, pertinent to yourself and those on the scene back in the developing years of UK bonsai. 👍
What a wonderful insight into the early days of bonsai in the UK . Thanks both for taking time out to film this . I would love to hear more about your time with Dan Robinson as from what I have seen is a proper character.
Even though it’s only 3 years since I came across you Dan, whilst searching for a bonsai pot , ( I cherish the commission you made for my Trident maple) I’ve grown very fond of you as a lovely gentle and very talented man , and in so many different fields, not just bonsai . You are a true legend of the British bonsai scene , I feel a commission coming on , best wishes Dan I will definitely collect the next pot so I can meet you .
Good to hear you talking of the old days, and great to see you looking so well Dan. I recall with great fondness the time I spent with Peter Adams and yourself. Keep well. Joe
So many names, so many artists. How wonderful to hear you speaking of them! I used to study from Peter Adam's, Harry Tomlinson's, Peter Chan's, Craig Cousin's and your book. It was modest of you not to mention it. It was probably my favourite book because it spoke so clearly to me. In fact it was the first one I went looking for to purchase after losing all my books in a divorce. I often wonder where big Matsu is now? Thank you for a fascinating insight into the world of British bonsai.
Look forward to more of these Dan 😊 It’s great hearing about your life of Bonsai. Personally I don’t really mind what you talk about it’s just fascinating hearing the stories 😊 🙏 loads of love Row x
What a fantastic interview and I look forward to hearing more you get the opportunity and time. It amazes me that I was born the year you took up bonsai for the first time. My original second hand book s definitely came from 3 of the original 4. Thank you for taking the time to do this.
Very interesting insight on the early days of bonsai. I have been interested in bonsai over 50 yrs. I remember it was very difficult to find any information, not like now with the wealth of information on the internet/utube. I still only have a very modest collection, my favourite are Maples.
I'd love to hear the history of UK bonsai potters!!!!! What a great interview this was!!! Thanks!
Thank you for this. History is only partially narratives of past events. We are in it. This is it. It's vital to get this information saved on something more durable than human memory.
Hi Dan, just watched a few of your videos, I started bonsai in 1989 and you were one of my inspirational people to look up to for many years, I'm 75 now and still doing bonsai and hope to be doing for many more years.
Lovely interview Dan, am saving this one.
So nice to hear Bushukan mentioned, from Southend on Sea. We used to have two nurseries. Now we have none
Loved this. I was privileged to attend the John Naka workshop in Bristol. Thank you Dan, look forward to seeing more. Much love. Peter
Loved the video, great to see bonsai history recorded. Would love to see more, pertinent to yourself and those on the scene back in the developing years of UK bonsai. 👍
What a wonderful insight into the early days of bonsai in the UK . Thanks both for taking time out to film this . I would love to hear more about your time with Dan Robinson as from what I have seen is a proper character.
Even though it’s only 3 years since I came across you Dan, whilst searching for a bonsai pot , ( I cherish the commission you made for my Trident maple) I’ve grown very fond of you as a lovely gentle and very talented man , and in so many different fields, not just bonsai . You are a true legend of the British bonsai scene , I feel a commission coming on , best wishes Dan I will definitely collect the next pot so I can meet you .
Good to hear you talking of the old days, and great to see you looking so well Dan. I recall with great fondness the time I spent with Peter Adams and yourself. Keep well. Joe
So many names, so many artists. How wonderful to hear you speaking of them! I used to study from Peter Adam's, Harry Tomlinson's, Peter Chan's, Craig Cousin's and your book. It was modest of you not to mention it. It was probably my favourite book because it spoke so clearly to me. In fact it was the first one I went looking for to purchase after losing all my books in a divorce. I often wonder where big Matsu is now? Thank you for a fascinating insight into the world of British bonsai.
Look forward to more of these Dan 😊 It’s great hearing about your life of Bonsai. Personally I don’t really mind what you talk about it’s just fascinating hearing the stories 😊 🙏 loads of love Row x
What a fantastic interview and I look forward to hearing more you get the opportunity and time. It amazes me that I was born the year you took up bonsai for the first time. My original second hand book s definitely came from 3 of the original 4. Thank you for taking the time to do this.
Superb as always Dansai. Great watch. All the best Andy
Very interesting insight on the early days of bonsai. I have been interested in bonsai over 50 yrs. I remember it was very difficult to find any information, not like now with the wealth of information on the internet/utube. I still only have a very modest collection, my favourite are Maples.
Good to see another great video, thanks.
Dan you are fantastic! It was such a pleasure to hear your narrative on the history of British Bonsai. Wonderful.
Amazing Dan Barton!
Amazing video could have listened to you for hours. Interesting journey to where we are now today.
What a fabulous interview. As someone new to the hobby it's fascinating to hear.