We've been waiting for a long time for this. At last, the Portland Art Museum opened its doors to the Artisans Cup. And what a show it is... Bonsai Empire presents a sneak-preview to the exhibition. Here goes!

A few photos from the Artisans Cup event

Mountain Hemlock by Eric Schikowski

Japanese Maple by William Valavanis

Ponderosa Pine and accent plant

Japanese White Pine by Konnor Jenson

Closeup on a Rocky Mountain Juniper by Randy Knight

California Juniper by Eric Schrader

Ryan Neil's Engelman Spruce. Not part of the judging.

Very short teaser of the event

We thank Ryan and Chelsea Neil for granting us permission to share these images. For more information about the event, please see the Artisans Cup website. Photo copyright belongs to Bonsai Empire, when these sharing images please mention the source! Check this post to see the Artisans Cup Winners.