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<![CDATA[European Bonsai Potter Collective - Blog]]>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 01:17:36 +0000Weebly<![CDATA[New EBPC member artist - Wabi Sabi Studio, Poland -]]>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:57:27 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/new-ebpc-member-artist-wabi-sabi-studio-poland

Welcome - Wabi Sabi Studios - to the EBPC

Many in Europe will already be familiar with the exciting work of Adam Lukzak of Wabi Sabi Studio, Poland. This rising talent is becoming very popular with both bonsai enthusiasts an professionals alike, as they discover his diverse range of well made bonsai ceramics.

If you attend the annual Trophy Exhibition in Belgium, you can not miss his impressively large pots, some boasting wonderful crystalline glazes and refined forms designed for maximum suitability for trees - not just to look pretty!

- New pots in-store now -

A limited series of just 7 EBPC stamped pots are available NOW in the EBPC on-line store. (shipped from the UK).

You can read more about Adam and Wabi Sabi Studio pots history, inspirations, and styles over on the Wabi Sabi Potter Profile.

We are thrilled to welcome Adam to the EBPC and are excited to see more from this inspirational artist.

Thank you for supporting the EBPC & our cherished European bonsai ceramists and furniture makers.

#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #wabisabistudio #bonsaiexhibition #bonsaipots #ebpcpots #bonsai #bonsaipoland

]]><![CDATA[KAMEREON POTS - WELCOME to the EBPC!]]>Thu, 21 May 2026 12:36:06 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/kamereon-pots-welcome-to-the-ebpc

WELCOME KAMEREON POTS

NEW POTS IN-STORE NOW!

Please join us in welcoming new EBPC members – ‘Kamereon Pots’ of Spain.

It is with great pleasure that today we welcome the enormously talented Tony & Nuria of Kamereon Pots as member artists of the collective. If you love bonsai pots, you need to know these guys!

Since 2020, Tony and Nuria have dedicated themselves, full-time, to their mutual passion for creating high-quality decorative bonsai ceramics for smaller trees and for collector displays. Kamereon Pots is the culmination of 50 years (combined!) devoted to illustration, design and painting, and it shows!

Highly refined paintings and sculpture adorn much of their work. Having studied fine arts, and with a deep appreciation for the Japanese aesthetic however, Kamereon pots are seldom ‘busy’ or pretentious. Instead, they respect the nuanced characteristics that are so invaluable to bonsai and to decorated bonsai pots, such as depth, movement and negative space.

The pots are made in a variety of often traditional shapes, with a ‘Kamereon’ twist. Refined hand-made forms, with great proportions for trees, this artist specialises in pots for smaller trees and for collector displays, although they can make pots up to 37cm.

KAMEREON POTS IN-STORE NOW!

In celebrate of their membership, Tony and Nuria kindly produced for you a magnificent batch of:

10 magnificent shohin sized bonsai pots. (only available to those who check the shop, or read this far!!)

.... Don’t miss these - available in-store NOW!

5 of these great pots will be shipped to buyers DIRECTLY from the potter in Spain,
whilst the other 5 will be shipped from the (EBPC) UK.

You can also READ ABOUT Kamereon Pots in their EBPC potter profile and see examples of their work here.

Thank you for supporting the EBPC & our cherished European bonsai ceramists and furniture makers.

#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #Kamereonpots #bonsaiexhibition #BonsaiPots #ebpcpots #bonsai

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]]><![CDATA[Congratulations to the Winners! - UK Bonsai Ceramics Contest -]]>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:00:08 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/congratulations-to-the-winners-uk-bonsai-ceramics-contestCongratulations to the Winners! - UK Bonsai Ceramics Contest -

After months of preparation and pot design and creation, the 1st UK Bonsai Ceramics Contest was a huge success, with a diverse range of high quality exhibits from potters across the U.K.

All of the artists are to be congratulated for having their exhibits selected for the contest, and it was a pleasure to enjoy the superb pots on display.

The exhibition was assessed by 3 judges according to pre-assessed scoring criteria.

The winning exhibits are as follows:

- Winner of the Unglazed Category: Esther Griffiths, England.

... organic nanban style pots by Esther Griffiths.

- Winner of the Glazed Category: Ian Baillie, Scotland.

- Winner of the UKBCC 2026: Ian Baillie, Scotland.

... a pair of pots in antique effect glazes by Ian Baillie.

The EBPC, BonsaiExpo UK and UKBA would like to thank all of the artists that supported and participated in this exciting event. Being able to appreciate and discuss some of the best bonsai ceramics the UK has to offer was a fascinating part of the BonsaiExpo Uk bonsai exhibition.

There was a great buzz about the ceramics contest, and we look forward to the 2nd UKBCC in 2027!

Thank you all for supporting the EBPC and our cherished artists.

#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #ukbonsaiceramicscontest #ebpcpotdisplay #bonsaiexhibition #UKBonsaiAssociation #expobonsaiuk

]]><![CDATA[Forms & Glazes .. by Guerao!]]>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:09:22 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/forms-glazes-by-guerao

You would be excused for thinking this purple shohin pot with pink crystals could be a Koyo .. or that you recognise the tenmoku, crackled yellow or turquoise crystalline glazes...

Celebrating Jose Antonio Guerao Navarro's love of traditional glazes, a select range of Guerao pots, in incredible glazes are available in-store NOW! https://europeanbonsaipottercollective.ecwid.com/EBPC...

Which is your favourite of his glazes??

Wishing you a great week and thank you for supporting the EBPC and inspirational bonsai pottery and display.

We hope to see you at UKBA BonsaiExpo UK this Sunday!
You can of course have your pot delivered to Expo & save on shipping costs.

#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #guerao #bonsaipots #bonsai #ebpcpots #bonsaispain #ceramicglaze

]]><![CDATA[UKBA BonsaiExpo UK 2026. .... & the 1st UK Bonsai Ceramics Contest! - Just ONE WEEK to go!]]>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:38:24 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/ukba-bonsaiexpo-uk-2026-the-1st-uk-bonsai-ceramics-contest-just-one-week-to-goIn just one week from today the UK’s favourite bonsai exhibition for many, UKBA BonsaiExpo UK 2026 will take place at
the K2 Leisure Centre, RH11 9BQ (10 till 4pm)

This year, this exciting annual event will proudly host the 1st UK Bonsai Ceramics Contest!
This will be a fantastic event, and we hope the first of many to come. Thank you to everyone that has supported and made this possible.

Following the very sad passing of one of the UK's most influential bonsai potters, there will also be a Bryan Albright Tribute display, showcasing examples of Bryan’s magnificent work.

The EBPC will also be TRADING , and bringing you some really nice new bonsai pots by leading European Artists. ... Small bonsai stands and furniture .. & New & old Japanese pots.

After a really busy start to the year, I am very much looking forward to catching up with both friends and pot lovers & I hope to see you there!

Thank you for supporting the EBPC and great European bonsai pottery & display.

#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #bonsaiexpouk #ukbonsaiassociation #bonsaiexhibition #ukbonsaiceramicscontest #ebpcpots

]]><![CDATA[The European Bonsai Pottery Contest 2026 at The Trophy Exhibition, Belgium.]]>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:01:17 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/the-european-bonsai-pottery-contest-2026-at-the-trophy-exhibition-belgiumThe European Bonsai Pottery Contest 2026
at The Trophy Exhibition, Belgium.

THE WINNERS!

Once again, Europe's most popular bonsai exhibition celebrated in style in February 2026. In addition to the magnificent show of exceptional bonsai trees from around Europe, were world class demonstrations by leading Japanese artists, father and son 'team Suzuki.

The EBPC is proud to organise exciting ceramics events each year at the Trophy Exhibition.

This year's exhibition saw a number of pottery event 'firsts' in the west, with: an honorary display of the finest Japanese bonsai pottery ever displayed outside of Asia, the first pottery painting demonstration by a leading Japanese artist, the first display of winning American pots in Europe, and not to mention of course, the first European Bonsai Pottery Contest!

The pot display, was a celebration of the passion of both European potters and collectors. At almost 200ft in length, the pot display consisted a central 'honorary' display, with the European Bonsai Pottery Contest to one side, and a 'collector' category on the other.

Displays by 30 European potters were exhibited, alongside 20 displays from collectors of bonsai ceramics from around the world.

EUROPEAN BONSAI POTTERY CONTEST 2026

The majority of the pottery exhibition was devoted to European Bonsai Pottery Contest.

Displays by 30 talented bonsai ceramists were exhibited, with a fascinating diversity in materials, forms and finishes. As well as traditional clay and porcelain, more innovative materials (for bonsai) were used, including sculpted solid stone and Terrazzo. The quality of exhibits was highly commendable, with artists displaying their finest works.

It was a delight to witness such a wide variety of the highest quality bonsai ceramics from around Europe.

CONGRATULATIONS to the contest winners!

UNGLAZED
- JURI MARTENS, GERMANY

GLAZED
- NIELS VAN DER WAL, NETHERLANDS

DECORATED
- MARTIN ENGLERT, GERMANY

1ST PLACE OVERALL
- MARTIN ENGLERT, GERMANY

CONGRATULATIONS to Martin Englert for his exquisite display, and for winning the first European Bonsai Pottery Contest!

Thank you to all of the artists for participating in this historic event, and congratulations to the winners.

]]><![CDATA[The most outstanding ‘TROPHY Bonsai Exhibition’ concludes!]]>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:47:16 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/the-most-outstanding-trophy-bonsai-exhibition-concludesThe most outstanding ‘TROPHY Bonsai Exhibition’ concludes!

… what a weekend!

It has been emotional. As months of hard work & preparation came to fruition this weekend, thousands enjoyed the largest & most sensational bonsai exhibition outside of Asia – The Trophy 2026!

Year on year, since starting the annual pot displays here in 2019, I've witnessed the ‘bonsai pottery’ aspect of the exhibition become increasingly significant and popular – and this year it was truly spectacular! It is an honour & privilege to organise the pottery aspect, and now European contest - at such a prestigious exhibition.

THE weekend of the bonsai year for many Europeans’. - One of the many great things about this hobby / artform is the lifelong friendships we make along the way. There aren’t many places where thousands of people, with a passion in common, meet from every corner of the world. ... people at first – but soon good friends that you look forward to seeing for just a weekend every year (albeit always too briefly!).
Bonsai is also about community, and the EBPC cherishes your support and friendship.

My heartfelt thanks go to all those that helped make this magnificent weekend of events possible.

Although impossible to name everyone, I'd especially like to thank:

- The 30 ceramic artists that exhibited their works.
- The 20 pot collectors that exhibited.
- EBPC stand potters: Fusion (Niels & Pjotr), Kanso (Rosa), Terrajade (Julien), & Shibusa (Lorenzo).

With special thanks going to our HONOURED GUESTS:
* Mr Nakayama Senzan - for his attendance – exquisite pottery display – talk & demonstration – & judging.
* Haruko Ohno, of 盆栽大野　Bonsai-ohno - for translating & for her invaluable help (and Japanese lessons!).
* Angelica Ramirez of Discover Potters, & her father Angel - for their attendance & creating the bespoke lighting.

* Our friends from Turkey, including artists İlker Durak and Hüseyin Soylu.
* Other friends & helpers: Peter, Jens, Simon, The Triskele Group, Philip, Maarten and others.

And to our esteemed JUDGES:
- Mr Nakayama Senzan of Japan.
- Mr German Gomez Soler of Spain.
- Mr Harald Lehner of Germany.

The highly talented photographer:
- Mr Jörg Derlien.

And of course, a huge thank you to Christian, Luc, Roald, Danny, Erik, Danny, and all at The Trophy by Bonsai Association Belgium for their extensive year-round work that makes an event like this possible.

Here are some moments for now, from The Trophy 2026 - one I will never forget!

In coming days, I’ll be adding more posts for each of the pottery highlights organised by the EBPC:

- The POTTERY EXHIBITION, featuring:
o WINNERS – European Bonsai Pottery Contest 2026.
o European Bonsai Pottery Contest
o Exclusive Nakayama Senzan 17-piece Pot Display.
* including 10 museum pieces.
o Collector’s Display!
o NABPC ’25 (N. American B Pottery Contest) winner
display.

- Nakayama Senzan POT TALK
o with PAINTING DEMONSTRATION!

- EBPC Stand.
o hosting 5 exciting European Potters.

Thank you for supporting the EBPC and great European Bonsai Pottery & Display.

#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #trophybonsai #Senzan #europeanbonsaipotterycontest #bonsaiassociationbelgium #thetrophybonsai #potterycontest #bonsaiexhibition #BonsaiPots #ebpcpots

]]><![CDATA[Announcing guest of honour, Mr Nakayama Senzan!]]>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:04:38 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/announcing-guest-of-honour-mr-nakayama-senzan

Witness a display of 18 exquisite bonsai pots by one of Japan’s leading painter of pots. 

The 2026 Trophy is sure to be very special for those who appreciate pots.

The EBPC is very excited to welcome as a guest of honour, the painter of exquisite Japanese bonsai pots, Mr Nakayama Senzan.

Senzan san will delight us with a display of 18 of his distinguished and highly detailed painted pots - some made especially for this event, including some bearing the EBPC stamp!

Nakayama Senzan. Awarded Gold - 16th Contemporary Kobachi Artists exhibition 2021.

Mr Nakayama Senzan will also kindly be judging the European Bonsai Potter Contest, alongside 2 other esteemed professionals.

It will be an honour and a privilege to witness such a display of works by this multi award winning artist in person.

For those who have participated in the European Bonsai Potter Contest, Mr Senzan has agreed to give an exclusive 30 minute talk by his pot display, discussing his style, techniques and a little of painted themes, such as ukiyo-e.

We are also delighted to welcome Mr Senzan as an honorary member of the EBPC!

You can read more about this exciting artist in his EBPC Potter Profile.

We look forward to seeing you at the Trophy exhibition!

- For information on the exhibition please see here: trophy

#bonsaipot #bonsaitree #bonsaitrees# europeanbonsaipottercollective #bonsaiworld #bonsaiart #bonsailife #bonsailifestyle #japan #genk #bonsaiassociationbelgium #bonsaitrophy #bonsai

]]><![CDATA[Variety & excellence in crystalline glazes.]]>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:36:07 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/variety-excellence-in-crystalline-glazesA celebration of the diversity & awe of crystalline glazes by esteemed French artist, Bruno Auvinet.

Once a year, we are treated to a select batch of just 10 exquisite pots by Bruno. Each piece is unique, with its own identity, yet bearing Auvinet's distinct style.

Over 2025, Bruno created an admirable batch of just 10 EBPC stamped pots, displaying the variety and magnificence of crystalline glazes he has developed and manipulated.

The pots are well proportioned and traditional in their refined forms. The breath-taking glazes are in tones chosen to compliment trees, yet provide endless interest and awe.

... These 10 pots will be available to purchase from 18.00 (gmt) today, in-store at:
https://europeanbonsaipottercollective.ecwid.com/EBPC...

Above are 3 examples from the EBPC stamped range available in-store this evening.

Thank you for supporting the EBPC & great European bonsai pottery & display.

#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #brunoauvinet #crystallineglaze #ceramicglaze #bonsaipottery #bonsai #ceramicart #ebpcpots

]]><![CDATA[IAN BAILLIE bonsai pots - In-Store today! (from 18.00 gmt)]]>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/ian-baillie-bonsai-pots-in-store-today-from-1800-gmtTimeless glazes and forms.

My favourite part of this job is when new batches of pots arrive from one of the true greats of European bonsai ceramics.

An inspirational artist and a true gentleman, Ian Baillie of Scotland was one of the pioneers in the field of European bonsai ceramics, having been providing Europe with exquisite bonsai pots for decades. Ian was also instrumental in creating the Scottish Bonsai Association in 1978, which thrives to this day.

Ian makes a low quantity of high quality ceramics - producing limited batches 2 or 3 times a year. The EBPC is very proud to be the main supplier of these magnificent bonsai ceramics, and we thank Ian for his ongoing trust and support.

On Saturday 29th Nov., a batch of 14 pots will be available in-store, which will be the 22nd EBPC stamped batch we have sold for Ian over the past 8 years.

You can admire or buy the pots (after 18.00 gmt) In-Store here!

I feel this pot encompasses many of the characteristics that make Ian's pots so popular and timeless. The impressive aged-looking multi-layer glaze is quite typical of Ian's work, as are the scroll feet and thin banding, both of which are quite traditional features that add further refinement to these distinguished containers.

Ian's work is known for the recognisable style we have got to know over decades. His techniques have been honed and his pallet of forms and glazes enriched, whilst always remaining true to his distinct style.

A limited edition of 14 pots will be available from 18.00 g.m.t. / 19.00 c.e.t. on Saturday 29th November.
Please note: We regrettably do not currently ship to the United States of America

Thank you for supporting the EBPC and helping us bring you great European bonsai ceramics and furniture.

#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #ianbaillie #ianbailliebonsaipots #ebpcpots #ebpc #bonsaipot #bonsaipottery #bonsaiceramics #bonsai

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