Carved from an old, large Cedar Bonsai tree, the arching limb brings a dragon figure to life. Patches of cedar veins add natural splashes of color that look like fire.
The tree spent many years growing in Decatur residential back yard, where it was nurtured and Bonsai trained to have exceptional curving limbs. The tree’s location became a centerpiece and a frequent gathering place for meditation and festive gatherings.
Repeated droughts eventually took its toll on this beautiful living art project. When the tree died, I was contacted to see if we could make sculpture art from its remains. Upon first glance I knew this tree would give life to many sculpture projects. Before cutting the skeleton remains, my friends and I all paused for a moment in meditation prayer to give thanks for such a beautiful creation.
The original Bonsai artist is unknown, and we estimate the tree was over 50 years old. I imagine the original artist would be very happy to know that the living art project evolved into many sculpture projects after its passing.