A Japanese Larch Becomes a Bonsai
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ต.ค. 2021
- Follow the process of transforming a simple Japanese Larch into a bonsai tree over the course of a year. Working with the plant material at hand, and using mature Larch trees in nature as inspiration, I do my best to come up with a sustainable design that is representative of a larger alpine tree buffeted by the elements such as wind and snow. My aim is always to create a miniature representation of nature.
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brother can make 🌲🌳🌴 anting putri(Indonesian) people say it..
Bonsai Releaf: *posts*
Me: “oh man oHMAN ITS MAGIC TREE SCULPTURE TIME”
Yeah, my serotonin levels were over the top when I saw he posted the new vid.
And when the world needed him the most, he returned.
Avatar the legend of ang :v
🤣🤣🤣
gojira pfp is fire
Yep, I’ve got an autistic daughter here in Chiang Mai and she loves his videos, she is trying her first Bonsai, a bit impatient but in Thai “Mai Phen Rai” never mind
have been creating and showing bonsai for 50 years but what was done in one year here in the video makes me proud there are such talented people about..what a lovely result ..
If anyone is equally inspired and intimidated to get into bonsai by seeing this guy at work I highly recommend just going for it. Look at some bonsai for beginner videos, pull a sapling out of the ground, buy a couple of tools and some wire, don't worry about specific pots at the start. Putting 10% of this effort will result in some immensely satisfying results. The first time I wired something into shape and seeing it turn from a boring stick into a miniature tree is almost as satisfying as watching this video. Oh and kudos on the effort and editing, these videos are leaps and bounds ahead ❤
The excitement I felt when I saw the notification
Ik been waiting so long for the next video
Me pasó lo mismo!!!!!
I'm already addicted to bonsai videos but the PRODUCTION on your channel brings everything to a new level!!!!!!!
That bit with it cutting out of the editing software, buying the pot, and grabbing it off the screen was magic
Indeed, the editing is spot on.
new leavel
@@carlosandleon you mean leafel :-)
Well that's it folks, I've found my safe space. Not only has this video convinced me that I want to make one of these for my Mom, but its turned me onto what I hadn't realized is the most beautiful expression of art i've ever seen. I'm now of the belief that a bonsai tree reveals the soul of it's sculptor. Truly remarkable
Wow, you went 110% on this video. The cinematography, professional lighting, studio setup, time lapse, animation, special effects and detailed every move over the course of months, including setting up the camera for each shot. The amount of work that went into this is insane. Not only detailed and beautiful but also incredibly creative. This is the best bonsai video I’ve seen and it’s also the best how to and documentary videos I’ve seen period. Master filmmaker and Bonsai artist. Congrats.
Thank you for the kind words, I appreciate the appreciation. Happy New Year!
Let's not forget to mention how the shots and snips are synced with the rhythm of the score. Exceptional artistry on all fronts!
amazing video once again! see you guys in 4 months
Closer to 6.
Dude xD the shade xD
I will say in 8 months.
I don't have an original thought. I was going to comment the same thing.
I was gonna say 9
The little details of you clipping branches perfectly on beat with the music. You put just as much detail into editing these videos as you do with your trees. Spectacular artisan.
I came looking for this comment. Super satisfying :). Amazing work as always.
swear i wanted to say the same
me tooooo, stole words from my mouth
I was thinking the exact same thing. This geezer is a champ in front and behind the lense
Going to the cinema is nice, watching netflix on the couch is good but watching Bonsai Releaf where ever you are is the best!
Bonsai is one of the art that fascinates me the most
Would love an end of the year update of these three past projects! So invested in all of them I want to know if they're doing well :)
yes!
@@AnDrEwGoMeZ12 yesyes!!
I'll keep that in mind!
@@BonsaiReleaf BTW, the algorithm really likes it, when you 'heart' comments ;-)
Agreed
I hope people appreciate the videography and editing as much as they appreciate the skill of creating Bonsai. You are undeniably amazing!
Thank you for the kind words
So true. Such dedication.
I have to agree!! I literally couldn't help but laugh in shock when you reached into the screen to grab the pot, it was truly amazing! I was like, what does this man NOT know how to do??
@ 6:33 to 6:43. Just sayin'. A lot of care goes into the editing process!
Videography and editing is such a big part of our lives nowadays that it's rare for me to not take notice and apreciate it.
I know I am late to the comments but I love these videos. In my hectic life these being the calm I need!
The dedication and attention to detail is phenomenal. Every time I watch these, I doubt a decision he’s making and then see the results and take it back immediately 😂 he clearly has better vision than me
If I showed all the drawing and deliberating I do off camera these videos would be VERY long 😂
@@BonsaiReleaf You should try a long-format cut (~1h). Maybe there are a few fans there and it makes for some sweet view time ;-)
Also, you could do an edit without music, like Julian Baumgartner did for a while. The algorithms seems to favour upload frequency over novelty of the content.
I 100% agree with all of these comments
So soothing. I love the "stop-motion" part with the small adjustments to all the branches put together 5:48
My favorite thing about this channel is the vids are styled as art vids, rather than a how-to guides. You're showing your art process.
(Also, I really think you should consider putting your bonsai sketches on prints in your shop.)
Couldn't agree more. The sketches themselves are wonderful art :-)
Thank you for putting into words just what I was thinking. Agree totally and such a lovely way to wind down 🌿🌿🧘🏽♀️
Thanks for the suggestion, I will do!
Love how the music matches the "movements" too. Small details that just makes the videos 10/10.
@@BonsaiReleaf I am really looking forward to that. I have got a question. Since I think about release, calmness and balance when i think about bonsai, what would you say would be a room designed for that energy with a bonsai? Would love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for the time and effort you put into your videos and the craft.
The gold standard of bonsai and video of bonsai.
Hi from England, I'm 76 and I've just started bonsai after a hiatus of about 20yrs. I admire your skills.
I hardly ever watch and enjoy every second of a TH-cam video, but this is an exception. As much care and attention clearly went into the video as for sorting out that tree. Absolutely gorgeous.
Thank you Stephen, glad you enjoyed it all
Nobody does videos on the process of bonsai like you do. You're the whole reason I even got into making them myself, and I'm so happy to have another video to oogle over!
That's great to hear!
I really enjoy the character development of his hair
If I haven't told you this before, I believe you to be THE BEST Bonsai channel on YT. Why? Due to your Passion and Patience. You can feel the love you have for what you do, just watching you work.. or I can't even say Work, because you look like you're in your element. You look so Calm and at Peace. No other Bonsai YT'er has the commitment, dedication and artistic touch that you do. Thats of course imho, but the rest of them feel like butchers in comparison to you.
Man...blown away every time one of his videos pops...
Genuinely some of the best videos on TH-cam
I have watched this video probably seven times. Your videos are top-notch! Your videos are pieces of are (about pieces of art featuring pieces of art).
When the cutting/movements match up with the music, it gives me a joyous tingly feeling.
Yes! I was so excited to find your channel and a tiny bit sad when there were only two videos haha. I can’t imagine the time it takes to produce. Thank you!
😍
love that bass riff in the starting track.
The combination of passion, dedication, and creativity work soooo well in your videos and also don’t forget how peaceful they are, thank you for the hard work it has not gone unappreciated
These videos are better than an IMAX.
I swear I could watch these videos forever
Love how he started off with short hair and ended up with it long... Beautiful video! I'm in Absolute awe of those who can create these magnificent masterpieces!!!
I listened to the process of forming the character of this bonsai from beginning to end... it's amazing, your work is extraordinary 👍 inspires many bonsai lovers.
keep up the good work and stay healthy.
Absolutely top-quality, very interesting, useful and suggestive. I have two larches to shape and I still don't know how to start. So I think I'll watch this video over and over again before coming to a final decision. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
These videos inspired me to get my own bonsai! It looks lovely
Glad to hear it :)
HE’S BACK!!! omg i’ve never felt happier 😭❤️
An absolute highlight in my playlist.
@@harriehausenman8623 same! His videos make my day every time i watch them ❤️
@@citrus-eater The images of the video still come to my mind for a few days after watching it. It's something about the dedication and the focus he has, that captures me on a different level. :-)
Rare moment when the process itself exceeds the exhilaration of seeing the final result. Your work is amazing.
I could watch him all day. His videos are by far the best I have ever seen. The level of skill he possesses is over the top. When he reached in and pulled that pot out of the screen, that just made me go crazy. His skills combined with the most creative video production on YT is brilliant. He should have way more recognition than he does, he's fantastic.
I can’t say enough about how utterly amazing this man and his talents are. From the very first video, I was literally transfixed. That being said, I think the first two videos with his little girl at the end of each one provided such an added heartwarming quality to them. If you ever see this comment, please consider. Again, ridiculously awe inspiring talent. I will forever be a fan.
Thanks for the kind words Matthew, and I will try to bring my little helper in again soon!
I hope you don't feel too bad that we have to wait so long for each video, because I would much rather go for quality over quantity of videos, and your videos goes right into the quality category. Amazing as always!
Thank you!
Thanks for the top view....I'm beginning to understand the "look" you are going for in slow motion and seeing the progress, impressive, oh and great vision in what you can see a tree into.
This is truly a creative and artistic soul. Not just with plants but the cinematography adds a certain flavor for the eyes that makes this whole experience sweet and refreshing to watch.
Man, I really hope the TH-cam algorithm appreciates the attention to detail you put in your videos. I sure do! Aligning all the little 'cuts' to the beat, matching the camera you had set up months ago perfectly, the stopmotion parts... Insane effort and dedication that perfectly compliments the craft.
I think the TH-cam algo is probably having a melt down. Qtr mill subscribers and only 4 videos. Does not compute 😂
Sorry 3 vids. Even more mental
Thanks Markus 🙂
th-cam.com/video/yQwBdUQocgs/w-d-xo.html
The production level of these videos is insane... and that's not even paying attention to his bonsai skill because what the HECK it turned out AMAZING.
you have helped me through dark times, in you I have seen the light
Oh my god when the rock slides perfectly into place!!!!
Finally! Another amazing larch, love the rock and the roots look like an anchor.
These videos are Next level 🙏🏼
Seriously like can we get this guy more trees or something
Agreed
r/nextlevel
Yes..
😄
Glad that I’m back to this Chanel again.
As a musician I appreciate you editing the snipping to the rhythm of the music, that was very satisfying.
More satisfying than primitive technology!
just so satisfying, really makes me want to spend every last penny i have on bonsai trees
Sorry!
I never thought that I would feel so empathic about a bonsai being trimmed limed up and burnt?
your attention to detail is incredible
1 of the most unique channels on TH-cam, great job and channel keep it up!!
Thanks Sean
Love your attention to detail. Very therapeutic 😌
i cant believe i have not even skipped a single second, so entrancing
I love that we can also see his hair grows as the video progress
This is the bonsai content I've needed for so long. The work on the tree and the videography are both so phenomenal. A beautiful way to learn and relax. ☺️
Man these bonsai videos are just so incredibly relaxing to watch.
Wonderful, what a beauty.
Magnificent work of video editing and with a lot of patience.
Thank you very much for sharing and for all your time invested in this work.
Congratulations.
I have never looked at a bonsai and seen the story of the tree as in this example. I am impressed.
Finally 😍. Sad not to see your little helper this time!
He’ll be back! ☺️
totally worth the wait!
É incrível o que você faz com essas árvores! Parabéns! É muito lindo o que você faz!
Превосходная работа! Благодарю за подробное видео👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
omg finally!
can't wait to watch the post, so excited
I’ve waited so long for this
I didn’t think I’d be moved by watching this video…of an extraordinary beauty…..art and poetry. Thanks you.
The amount of love, dedication and time put into this art 💖, its just stunning 💖
This man's vision for aesthetic is unparalleled
need MORE!!!! love this so much
This specimen is beautiful from all perspectives.
WOW! not only does the Ray Harryhausen style animation look fantastic, it makes your ideas on composition so clear. Great video.
the editing on this is insanely good
tree editing or video editing? 😅
@@AcornFox how about both?
How stunning. Perfectly imperfect. You have a really good sense.
4:08
That cutting synched perfectly with the backsound music
Bro, your editing skills are on par with your bonsai skills
See ya in four months!
I LIVE FOR THESE VIDEOS! I HAVEN'T EVEN WATCHED AND KNOW IT'S GONNA BE GOOD!
Mesmerising skills both with trees and video production. This is a talented guy right here.
Stunning stuff.
Wow, to be able to draw it and train it… rewarding
That was so beautiful it brought a tear to my eye. I'm glad you show us your journey and just how much work, time and effort goes into tending to a bonsai. Your videowork is pristine, and I was bragging about your video transition skills to friends.
the syncing to the music, and the music choices. mesmerizing visual and esthetics. start to finish so satisfying to watch. beautiful video, thanks for creating🥰
Out- of- this- world amazing! Thank you.
Pure art! Not only is the bonsai transformation spectacular but also the fact that it took 2 years to make this video. Keep it up!🌲
the absolute commitment to perfection here is incredible
"As above, so below" - The Emerald Tablet of Hermes
Deine Bonsai sind mit Abstand die schönsten und deine Videos die coolsten. Grüße aus Deutschland 🇩🇪 🙋♂️
Wow! That result was stunning. 16:51
Rika angger gawe konten loh mas, rapi, tur detil. Keren wis pokoke.
My God that's beautiful!
That was the most balanced video i have ever watched in my life
I love how all of the editing tricks are the same, some other TH-cam channels often go overboard. My favorites are the magically moving tree and the snip-snip of the scissors. Thx for all you do!
One question: when do you take the wires off???
@@dorothykern8537 Thanks Dorothy. Larch are relatively fast growing trees so usually it's only a few months before they need removing.
@@BonsaiReleaf thank you for the advice!!
I can't help but gape in wonder as I listen to the beautiful sound editing that went into this. Absolutely superb. I love how the cut at 5:39 fits in with the beat perfectly!
Couldn't agree more. The song is called Golden Rules by Luwaks if you were wondering.
@@CozyMeowtain Oh, thanks! I always love the music on this channel.
I absolutely need the soundtrack of these videos. Dude, that was amazing!! 🤩🤩🤩
Your videos just make me happy. Never stop
The editing and time put into these videos is unmatched
The amount of times I've rewatched your first two videos is honestly insane. Something about your video editing style is just so calming and captivating!
See you again in another 4 months!