Refining A Famous John Naka Forest Group

In this video I work on a famous forest group that appears in my Bonsai Masterclass book.
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[@DTRproductions]

I woke up in a fairly bad mood, then i came here to get my daily morning dose of Peter and after seeing Peter smiling from ear to ear cheerfully saying hello in the intro i must say, my mood is now no longer bad, now to go take care of my trees with my newly found smile :) Thanks Peter :)

[@jmsdaddyo]

I love how Peter constantly pets the trees while he's talking about them.

[@Doe7251]

Peting and touching them stimulate the tree

[@RT40-45]

Peter your never alone when talking to yourself, you are always with an audience!! Thank's peter!

[@Alan-gj2mo]

That comment killed me. This man will be a superstar in a few years if he keeps it up, I wish he would do a Jade Afra, Ovulata, and Afra vargiegata (SO PRETTY) but he's clearly not a succulent guy. I started years ago and even bought some decent shears from Tian and soil and I think some wire but parent's took my Fukien Tea Tree when I had to cut them off. Was more worried about buying stuff than learning the trees and everyone said read a book. I still haven't but I will buy some of Peter's books and other recommended books when I have the money to buy them. He has COMPLETELY changed my understanding and view of bonsai and trees in general. I almost feel like I don't need the books after watching his videos. Now have a near full set just need a quality root rake, something I thought was a joke before watching Peter! Wish I could trade my leaf cutters and wire cutters for a nice stainless steel one but maybe I'll order cheap ones orrecommendations

[@mariorossi9655]

You know someone is a true aesthete when they appreciate the beauty of a fan's handwriting!

[@RichardJackRobertson]

A master bonsai craftsman Peter Chen maintains a splendid forest group . Thank you Peter for sharing your knowledge and experience and saving the master piece.

[@amateurambience]

now i know why i can keep watching our videos from the beginning to the end every second, you area really the master and you love bonsai so much!👍

[@RosarioCostanzo]

A master's masterpiece brought to a new beauty by another master, more than 30 years later. That's something that you can only see in bonsai. Thank you for sharing it, Peter. Watching at your work is always very enjoyable. You're not alone when you talk. You are a company for us as we (I hope) are for you. Thank you!

[@b.c.3889]

Dear Peter, you are such A great teacher. I am new to your channel and absolutely love your teaching style. Thank you so much.

[@b.c.3889]

I love your teaching style. It brings much joy to me.

[@octoberblaze8554]

Another midnights treat to enjoy on the pacific coast

[@jyothilavigne2263]

Peter, you have done a marvelous job of making this forest group cohesive. Having one size sparse and the other vigorous looked incongruous as if the trees didn’t belong in the same composition. You have now united the whole group so they belong together. It looks wonderful!

[@PaulSyp]

Peter is just so wholesome, he is making a ton of people interested in the art of bonsai (I never considered bonsai before coming across him). Wise and kind man, dont know him but you can tell from his videos. Best wishes to you if you read this Peter!

[@OMundoParaIniciantes]

I can't understand why someone buy such important piece and then neglect it. This is a crime :( Peter is amazing for saving some of the trees.

[@mamagrazi]

That's what Peter does. Buys speciment tree neglects it. And then "revives" lol. Such a shame those trees in real bonsai artists hands would thrive, but not at Peters.

[@emmitstewart1921]

@@mamagrazi It isn't Peter neglecting the tree. Owners buy these trees and don't realize how much work it takes to keep a tree looking good, or they have things happening in their lives that keep them from spending the time they need to keep up their tree. That is when they bring the tree back to Peter to repair the damage.

[@theflyingcrud]

@@mamagrazi these trees are not his, he says at the beginning that a collector bought it and he was asked to get it back in shape. Perhaps the owner doesn't feel they have the skill to handle something like this and they would likely be correct.

[@68Waxman]

Bonsai masterclass was bought for me as a gift back in 1990 and was my introduction to the art and has, together with Mr Naka's bonsai techniques have been my go-to reference ever since. So nice to see one of those original trees been worked after all the years. Interestingly, the trees now truly show their age. Thank you Peter.

[@peterchan3100]

You have walked the bonsai journey with me for over 30 years buddy.

[@DavidMFChapman]

It’s quite beneficial to see images across the decades. You have breathed new life into that forest!

[@moonwatcher922]

Thank you for bringing such beauty and pleasure to so many of us; it means so much to the quality of the day. You are truly a gifted teacher. Thank you so much. 😊

[@allonewordcaps]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I can not have bonsai where I live (upstairs apartment with no balcony). But I don’t need one. I admire your bonsai. Also you have awoken the joy of seeing the trees around me (and other plants). I live in Northern California we have Redwood trees that are thousands of years old. In my neighborhood there are youngster redwoods (50 years plus) that are as high as a five story building. As well as all the blooming trees that are a joy all year long. Now I will look up from the flowers and see the stunning trees as well (with birds flying through the branches). A thing of beauty is a joy forever.

[@peterchan3100]

I have never seen the California Redwoods -on my bucket list if ever I get the chance to fulfil my dream.

[@allonewordcaps]

@@peterchan3100 I hope you get to see your them. It’s a cathedral of life and beauty.

[@allanh5618]

I feel like you are talking to me and that I am standing with you, watching you work. Thank you. That group is a collaborative work of art, developed over decades. Amazing.

[@bennyvrads]

That's right! You are talking to me, and I and 2399 others have been keeping you compagny for the last year. I watch your videos every day. It's much more interesting than anything in TV! 🥰

[@demo2finish]

During this Pandemic here in Northern California USA. I have become a fan of yours and have been addicted to your love of Bonsai. I now have a new hobby thanks to you and am taking on the art of Bonsai. Thank you for the love of Bonsai.

[@bdivinebeing]

I have also found this new hobby

[@anotherdayatthefeast8100]

What a lovely look at the story of this miniature forest.

[@Blaydrnnnr]

Imagine being the person asked to work and maintain on one of John's creation for so many years...Like being asked to touch up da Vinci's Mona Lisa.... Great work. Inspirational, always makes me go back outside to look, think, tinker and imagine my trees...Thanks Peter.

[@janetobermann157]

Peter, what a delight each of your videos are! I’m new to Bonsai and feel so fortunate to have found your Channel. Each lesson is a gift! Thanks so very much!

[@petereinhardt]

I love these long detailed videos. Also seeing the joy that practicing bonsai brings you makes me really want to get my hands dirty and make some bonsai. Shows that you really love your art that you would miss dinner because you’re so enamored with the process.

[@francescopisapia5639]

Watching your videos I am amazed every time by how each tree takes a shape and a really well-defined presence, every time I am impressed by all the information I can understand during your work, we are really lucky to be able to receive his experience for free and his awareness of treating every single plant correctly in the videos he uploads to KZbin. There are no words for gratitude we must recognise for the work and the passion you shows on every day. Thanks.

[@cherylgoulet2472]

I didn't like Bonsai until I listened to you. You make the trees beautiful as well as interesting. You are truly a master artist, and a joy to watch.

[@tammygarrett6963]

I’m so glad i found your videos, i turn 50 this year and have decided that i will start my first bonsai, and look forward to watching my new hobby grow for the next 50years. I live in ottawa Canada, I’m thinking of a maple tree, but definitely open to suggestions love all trees and it is hard to chose. thank you for your videos

[@kellenungaro]

You always seem to make my day that much better. Thank you for being you

[@paullill5604]

Sunday Breakfast with Peter. Yes I did sit waiting yesterday morning for the upload. What a way to start Easter Sunday morning. The results are amazing and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the process as you worked through the group. Thank you so so much.

[@creatingcorey]

Paul i too look for peters video each Sunday morning.

[@uniotter2662]

Your videos are always entertaining and instructional. Really enjoyed watching you work on this historical beauty, especially because your excitement is contagious! You are right that you are never talking to yourself -- your fans are right there with you every step of the way. Thanks for being such an inspiration in a tough time. (Going now to see if you can buy your book. :) )

[@michaelholowati7437]

Yes, I am listening and enjoy every minute of it. Thank you again for all your time, energy and explanation.

[@joshhhuagarcia1890]

Good morning Peter. I just saw the best bonsai video. Thank you for teaching us to lose fear. If you make a mistake, learn. It has been spectacular to show us the refinement of a forest of Master Naka (no less) where he has had to prune, make jins, low branches, etc. to regain its splendor. I certainly don't think he can charge this job, and on top of that, he gives it to us as a gift. And yes, I feel like when you speak in the video you are addressing me. You are endearing. Un bastinazo.

[@peterchan3100]

Thank you for your kind feedback. I appreciate it.

[@kimrichardson8376]

Peter it’s always a joy to watch you work. I always have so much more confidence trying things when I watch you. Kim🇨🇦

[@Ukreefside]

I love your calming videos in these difficult times. Your tutorials and books have improved all of my bonsai. Thank you Peter.

[@haraldisdead]

His first two lines are so precious.

[@twodogsyyc6729]

Thank you again Peter for sharing and allowing me to see you revive this planting. Makes my day better when I get an hour long Herons video to enjoy

[@newton6501]

Fans showing their love & support👍😘

[@Jamirie]

Love your Videos and your beautiful mindset. You are an enrichment to society! Keep educating us with your wisdom & smile. We love you! ❤️ Thank you very, very much, Peter!

[@ayanomihiiro953]

thanks you peter ^^ this is so humbling i enjoy all your videos but this one is beyond words the history of the group really makes it special

[@mick681]

As soon as you thinned out the principle tree I immediately thought of the pines at Leeds castle especially on the golf course. You mentioned Leeds castle later in the video so I knew that I wasn't imagining it. Excellent video. Thanks.

[@peterchan3100]

I am not surprised you mentioned Leeds Castle because whenever I drive on the M20 between J8 -J9 I always admire those tall Literati Scots Pines. Absolute classic Pine images. They are the source of endless inspiration for me. One of these days I will be a passenger in the car and video those Pines on the M20.

[@sangyenamdrol9392]

You are completely amazing. It was beautiful when it was first made and its fully matured and its so beautiful🙏

[@MidniteSan]

What a beauty, composed by Master John Toshio Naka, and cared by another Master, what a lucky Man. Thought i would only be able to see it from the book, thx for sharing Peter. 🙏

[@em-gray]

Afternoon tea with this is perfect 💗

[@S-T-R]

I continue to be blown away at the amount of knowledge you have about bonsai and horticulture in general. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU so much for sharing your knowledge!

[@barit924]

Love these restylings. You’re an artist, Mr. Chan.

[@suer666]

I love watching your video's and they help me gain confidence in my own styling. After 3 years of pondering I have finally restyled my larch. I waited patiently for early spring as you advised. Its repotted and styled now. Learning by your mistakes is the best advise ever.

[@volkanyatkin]

Master Peter, you have a kid's excitement on you and your love for your job is admirable. Keep make happy those trees!

[@RedoxNiko]

I love your videos and all the wisdom and information you give to us. The last half of this one was making me crack up a bit because of the mike cuts. Made my day.

[@wermzer1312]

20:45 Such a very humble thought. Thank you for everything.

[@tomasprostejovsky1549]

Awesome revival, Peter. Nice to see the progression of the group over the years. I really like the style of your trees, they look so natural, I personally don't like that overly artistic bonsai. I really love to see and to make bonsai that looks like a miniature of the real life and that's exactly what you've achieved here. Much appreciated, well done!!

[@peterchan3100]

You understand my style perfectly.

[@sonyamartin6217]

I look at evergreens in such a different way, since I started watching you Master Peter!

[@thenaturecreater8906]

Thank you Peter for shearing this beatifule hobby to the world. You are a great inspiration on me 😀

[@ezcambridge]

Stunning! Respect to great Master!

[@StephenTurnerVlogs]

That's amazing work! I bet you didn't feel the time going by. There's great depth in the finished work. It makes it look so big. Well done!

[@brianrenko9848]

All of your work has been amazing! And has taught me as well! Thank you!!

[@RotomWash]

Peter you single handedly got me into bonsai as a hobby. Thank you for all the videos you put up, I appreciate every one of them

[@Teresa-ih4sn]

Wonderful NakaChan forest!

[@johnhetherington1253]

Amazing work! A true craftsman 👍

[@klkiley2922]

So cool. Love Bonsai. This setting reminds me of the scene, Out of the Frying-Pan into the fire, from the book The Hobbit. Simply Amazing.

[@cherylandrews3195]

you said it was an honor to work on his tree.. I wonder how many people say the same about working on yours. Thanks for the video and your enthusiasm for your wonderful trees!

[@PNWBonsai]

Man John Naka's forest plantings are amazing!

[@vincentalaimo7527]

A most wonderful transformation good Sir. The bark looks simply amazing after having cleaned it up now having a very vibrant tone! Watching you work and hearing you explain brings me comfort and peace as well. You have become my source of Zen

[@deborahmouille1442]

Really enjoyed this episode! Just found this site and looking forward to many more! Thank you sir for your knowledge and making this look so easy and simple with the correct tools! By your tone and eloquence of your voice, my heart melts seeing your passion come to life! Thank you again beloved! From Louisiana and would love to try this with a cypress tree! Can't wait to start!

[@ntwebster]

I appreciate you talking to us and explaining your thinking and methods.

[@firemouse666]

8:20 I like the fact that you work from the front usually. It gives me much more insight into your working process!

[@tanooki_82]

Your great Peter, thank you for all your content! 😀

[@murray821]

Thats a great Forest! You restyled it perfectly!

[@laurencec6197]

Class act, I made a maple baby from Air Layer and Peter Was the seed to my success ! Enthusiasm is infectious thanks Pete

[@zimmermanlandscape9287]

The best thing I learned from this video is that even if I do take too much off it’ll still look just fine

[@jessestrong7269]

Wow! What an incredible honour. Having the privilege to work on an iconic piece like this would be amazing! Let alone being the caretaker! Man, I’m really pumped to see such a special piece. Being from North America I’m very familiar with Naka, but rarely do I get to see trees he made/styled overseas. Thanks for sharing!

[@bonsaigusto1547]

Thank you Peter for the excellent videos, as always. Bless you! 👏🏼

[@domimoreno6557]

Formidable les vidéos , bon professeur merci

[@PatriciaAnnGriggs]

Just Amazing work. You put so much effort and thought in your Bonsi trees 💖💖💖💖

[@brianrenko9848]

I love your devotion!

[@carmensantiago6711]

I enjoy all your videos and thank you immensely for sharing.

[@jayc4743]

Hello Peter. I recently plucked three oak tree sprouts and am going to make them into my first Bonsai. It amazes me that these trees will live longer than me. Very humbling feeling. Hope you are well and thank you for your videos.

[@angie3504]

Wow ... what a huge project. Look so much like trees in nature. 👍🏻

[@annsmith4739]

Omg Peter they are amazing

[@kirk7227]

So glad that I found your channel! Has inspired me to rethink how I was going to landscape my yard. I have a couple of trees that are about 20 years old now that I am planning to dig out but save and see if I can make them look like they were designed for a smaller pot! I also have some rosemary bushes that I plan to do the same too but leave planted in the ground.

[@johnfloydman7735]

Thanks for sharing this tree 🙏

[@baitking1]

That was a fabulous video Peter love seeing the history & how much it’s changed stunning

[@litsnombre6390]

Both works of the legends

[@TheMonstrosity4]

We do feel it . Keep on talking. Love the videos, learning a lot.

[@mcm9619]

Wow beautiful. Amazing they survive in such a shallow pot . Thanks for making the videos .

[@kimrichardson8376]

Your never boring Peter😀🇨🇦

[@stanhawkins1023]

Loved the process and love the result!

[@joekuschnick9241]

This is what following your dreams looks like, good job Peter :) you inspire so many!

[@jang.1185]

Peter, this was amazing! All the videos you make are really inspiring. Thank you for all of your experiences and knowledne that you share. It encourages me a lot.

[@shawnpower6206]

Thank you for sharing videos. They are very enjoyable to watch and informative. You have sparked my love and understanding of bonsai. Thank you.

[@cyndy338]

Beautiful transformation. Peter you are so masterful and thoughtful. Thank you for sharing your talent, expertise and wisdom. I look forward to each session and watch them over and over. Sending warm wishes from your #1 Florida fan!! 😊🤗🐊🌴

[@sanjaykoganti4089]

I like your videos they are soothing and bare huge knowledge I sometimes feel watching you work is an inspirational to me to work on my trees and life.

[@G32dwm]

30+ years taking care a group of trees.30+ years prepare something who belongs to the next from you.I belive that it does not make sense to count the tree's years but its make sence to look with your eyes the journey until the time to give the relay to the next one.TY Peter!!

[@seekersofrhythm]

This is one of my favourite, it is looking so elegant. I always get the most pleasure from looking at the spaces between the branches and this one is super special. Thank you so much for sharing your work on these beautiful bonsai. stay safe J.

[@daniellarrivee6510]

Great result thanks Peter!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Bambi_Sapphic]

This video gives me the feeling like you are in the process of writing another bonsai masterclass

[@robford1252]

Don’t ever change! You are amazing Love these videos. I now want my own bonsai tree

[@lilyriff553]

Hello from Texas, USA. Thank you Peter. I really enjoyed watching this video.

[@filmchild78]

This is fantastic to watch. What a blessing it is to experience this mastery!!

[@Tebowsgarden]

Love your videos now I'm a bonsai tree lover I live in Moorpark California United States 🇺🇸

[@nomaanhaque1704]

This man should live stream his bonsai work. I would watch.

[@karelvanelderen615]

Thank you , thank you , thank you Peter. This was a MasterClass. Brilliant work. I can't help it, but I'm going to check it out again :-)