The EBPC was founded in 2017 to help navigate the exciting bonsai pottery scene in Europe, and make the best of it accessible to enthusiasts.
Discover the leading European bonsai potters & furniture makers, and find those elusive gems, here at the
European Bonsai Potter Collective.
European Bonsai Potter Collective.
The THEME for The European Bonsai Pottery Contest 2027
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The theme for the 2027 Trophy Bonsai Pottery Contest; ‘VINTAGE vs VISIONARY’ explores the inevitable ongoing evolution of bonsai and its ceramics over time. Celebrating creativity within both traditional forms and values, as well as emerging forms, techniques and meanings. ... read more |
One of the best UK bonsai days of the year is almost upon us!
This Sunday, the EBPC is proud to be trading at the UKBA Heathrow Bonsai Show ... and will be bringing an inspirational range of bonsai ceramics & furniture, including a few mouthwatering pieces from ... read more.
Rare XXL Gyouzan & Antique Nakawatari pots available.
I recently had the honour of visiting a friend and client and was treated to a modest collection of some of the most impressive bonsai pots I have seen in one place. Large and beautiful designs of Syuzan, Senshu, Gyouzan, and antique Chinese pots awaited me. What can I say ... I was in heaven!
5 of these magnificent pots are now in-store, and can be viewed / purchased here.
5 of these magnificent pots are now in-store, and can be viewed / purchased here.
- 40cm Nakawatari antique Chinese pots -
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- Gyouzan XXL (50cm to 63cm) Handmade pots
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Thank you for supporting the EBPC and great European bonsai pottery & display.
#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #nakawatari #antiquebonsaipots #potswithpatina #gyouzan #tokoname #bonsaipots #bonsai #ebpcpots
#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #nakawatari #antiquebonsaipots #potswithpatina #gyouzan #tokoname #bonsaipots #bonsai #ebpcpots
Inspirational pots in-store, by one of Europe’s true greats!
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A true pioneering of European bonsai ceramics, Ian Baillie has been creating pots since the 1970’s, and .... read more here
- See the pots In-Store here: https://europeanbonsaipottercollective.ecwid.com/EBPC...
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Thank you for supporting the EBPC and our cherished European Bonsai Potters & Furniture makers.
#Europeanbonsaipottercollective #ianbailliepots #ebpcpots #bonsaipots #bonsaiceramics #bonsai #盆栽 #盆栽鉢 #ceramicglaze
www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com
Kamereon Pots of Spain - WELCOME – to the EBPC!
I am thrilled to welcome the enormously talented Tony & Nuria of Kamereon pots as member artists of the collective.
* EXQUISITE NEW POTS IN-STORE NOW!
If you love bonsai pots, you need to know these guys!
* EXQUISITE NEW POTS IN-STORE NOW!
If you love bonsai pots, you need to know these guys!
READ MORE here: https://www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com/blog/kamereon-pots-welcome-to-the-ebpc
Congratulations to the Winners!
- UK Bonsai Ceramics Contest -
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The 1st UK Bonsai Ceramics Contest was a great success, with a diverse range of high quality exhibits from potters across the U.K. |
CONGRATULATIONS to the winners
of the 1st UKBCC:
- Unglazed category - Esther Griffiths, England.
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- Glazed category - Ian Baillie, Scotland.
- UKBCC 1st Place - Ian Baillie, Scotland.
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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
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
Forms & Glazes .. by Guerao!
Celebrating Jose Antonio Guerao Navarro's love of traditional glazes, a select range of Guerao pots, in incredible glazes are available in-store NOW!
You can see the exquisite pots in more detail in the shop at https://europeanbonsaipottercollective.ecwid.com/EBPC...
- The European Bonsai Pottery Contest 2026 -
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Europe's largest, most popular bonsai exhibition once again managed to exceed all expectations, with exhibits of the highest standards.
Inspirational trees, ceramics and suiseki, captivated audiences, as well as world class demonstrations. The EBPC is proud to organise exciting ceramics events each year at the Trophy Exhibition.
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Pottery Displays & Winners!
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!
More articles will soon follow on the other pottery events from the exhibition, including:
- Nakayama Senzan pottery display.
- Nakayama Senzan demonstration and talk.
- Collector's display and contest
- Member potters at the EBPC stand.
- Nakayama Senzan pottery display.
- Nakayama Senzan demonstration and talk.
- Collector's display and contest
- Member potters at the EBPC stand.
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EBPC DIRECT - An increasingly popular way to get your pots!
Many buyers - and potters have discovered the merits of EBPC Direct .. Have you?
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Many of the fantastic EBPC pots are now being sold by the increasingly popular 'EBPC DIRECT' way of buying!! - Pots sent to you DIRECTLY by the artist. - So NO TAXES if you are in the EU!! It also saves money if you live elsewhere - there is less shipping, less taxes & less risk all around. |
This new way of buying is becoming very popular - If you haven't yet - check out the pots in-store being sold by both 'EBPC DIRECT'
- as well as those that will be shipped by me from the UK!
EBPC Resources
EBPC MEMBER PROFILESLearn about your favourite potters & discover others! See showcases of their works!
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EBPD - Potter Stamp DatabaseThe largest database for European potter's marks. Identify your European pots by their stamp.
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EBPV - Potter VideosWatch EBPV videos on the potters and techniques.
Videos also uploaded by EBPC potters. |
EBPC COMMISSIONSTo order a bespoke pot, please use the form by clicking on the round blue button below.
A new 'page' on EBPC COMMISSIONS coming soon! |
EBPC Online ShopFind that perfect pot for your tree, or be inspired by the greatest bonsai artists of Europe, in the EBPC Store.
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EBPC DIRECTThese pots (in the EBPC Online Store) will be sent to you DIRECTLY from the potter.
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EBPC Pot DisplaysWe are constantly learning at the EBPC, and what better way to get to know pots?!
The EBPC is proud to organise pot displays for many of Europe's leading bonsai exhibitions. |
Sponsored by the EBPCCommunity is everything! The EBPC is proud to sponsor bonsai exhibitions and bonsai community groups.
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EBPC HOLDING SERVICE
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PACKING & SHIPPING NOW OFFERING: REDUCED PRICE SHIPPING ECO - FRIENDLY MATERIALS SECURE DOUBLE BOXED PARCELS GUARANTEED SAFE ARRIVAL T |
EBPC COMMISSIONS
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Beautiful and practical pots for your tree, or shelf...
Fine pots by Europe's best
Painted porcelain semi cascade by Martin Englert.
Large banded oval by Marc Berenbrinker.
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ONLY the EBPC.. brings you such choice and value.
and oodles of free info! 
Troll feet detail on ice glaze rectangle by Thor Holvila, Sweden
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Large unglazed oval by Roman Husmann
Square semi cascade by Ian Baillie
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Uniquely ...
To promote European bonsai pottery globally.
To provide enthusiasts with; Information, Choice & Value.
To support European bonsai potters and furniture makers.
To promote European bonsai pottery globally.
To provide enthusiasts with; Information, Choice & Value.
To support European bonsai potters and furniture makers.
OUR AIMS
New pots added regularly
Please do tell us, or them, or both!
Just send us their name, contact details and a brief summary of why you like their work.
Thank you for your support in promoting great European Bonsai Pottery!
Just send us their name, contact details and a brief summary of why you like their work.
Thank you for your support in promoting great European Bonsai Pottery!
Would you like to see your favourite potter in the EBPC?
Catch us at a Bonsai Exhibition
or
join us at a Pot Talk:
EBPC Trading - 2027
The Trophy 2027, Belgium * EUROPEAN BONSAI POTTERY CONTEST 20th & 21st March 2027
Bonsai Fest, Newark, U.K. 21sh March 2027
Bonsai EXPO Show 2025, Crawley, U.K. * UK BONSAI CERAMICS CONTEST 11th April 2027
The 16th Heathrow Bonsai Show, U.K. 3rd October 2027
Bonsai Fest, Newark, U.K. 21sh March 2027
Bonsai EXPO Show 2025, Crawley, U.K. * UK BONSAI CERAMICS CONTEST 11th April 2027
The 16th Heathrow Bonsai Show, U.K. 3rd October 2027
EBPC Pot Talks - 2027
EBPC Trading - 2026
The Trophy 2026, Belgium * EUROPEAN BONSAI POTTERY CONTEST 28th February / 1st March 2025
Bonsai Fest, Newark, U.K. 22th March 2026
Bonsai EXPO Show 2025, Crawley, U.K. * EBPC POT DISPLAY 12th April 2026
The 15th Heathrow Bonsai Show, U.K. 4th October 2026
Bonsai Fest, Newark, U.K. 22th March 2026
Bonsai EXPO Show 2025, Crawley, U.K. * EBPC POT DISPLAY 12th April 2026
The 15th Heathrow Bonsai Show, U.K. 4th October 2026
EBPC Pot Talks - 2026
After 10 years of pot talks, I am having a year out in 2026.
EBPC Trading - 2025
The Trophy 2025, Belgium * EBPC POT DISPLAY 21 - 23rd February 2025
Bonsai Fest, Newark, U.K. 16th March 2025
UKBA/UK MiniBonsai Cobham, U.K. 29th March 2025
Bonsai EXPO Show 2025, Crawley, U.K. * EBPC POT DISPLAY 13th April 2025
UKBA/UK MiniBonsai Cobham, U.K. 30th August 2025
The 14th Heathrow Bonsai Show, U.K. 5th October 2025
Bonsai Fest, Newark, U.K. 16th March 2025
UKBA/UK MiniBonsai Cobham, U.K. 29th March 2025
Bonsai EXPO Show 2025, Crawley, U.K. * EBPC POT DISPLAY 13th April 2025
UKBA/UK MiniBonsai Cobham, U.K. 30th August 2025
The 14th Heathrow Bonsai Show, U.K. 5th October 2025
EBPC Pot Talks - 2025
In 2025, Alex of the EBPC will be giving 'pot talks' at the following events:
Surrey Heath Bonsai Society, U.K. www.surreyheathbonsai.org.uk 8th January 2025
Twickenham Bonsai Society, U.K. www.facebook.com/twickenhambonsai 9th January 2025
Swindon 'Winter Image' Show, U.K. www.swindon-bonsai.co.uk/winter-show 16th February 2025
UKBA/UK MiniBonsai Cobham, U.K. event-calendar.html 29th March 2025
Isle of Wight Bonsai Society www.facebook.com/bonsaiiow/ 7th June 2025
BRISTOL Bonsai Society (50th anniversary) www.bristolbonsaisociety.wordpress.com 29th September 2025
Maidstone Bonsai Society www.facebook.com/maidstonebonsaisociety 6th October 2025
Chiltern Bonsai Society www.chilternbonsai.org.uk 13th October 2025
North London Bonsai Group www.facebook.com/p/North-London-Bonsai-Group T.B.C.
Surrey Heath Bonsai Society, U.K. www.surreyheathbonsai.org.uk 8th January 2025
Twickenham Bonsai Society, U.K. www.facebook.com/twickenhambonsai 9th January 2025
Swindon 'Winter Image' Show, U.K. www.swindon-bonsai.co.uk/winter-show 16th February 2025
UKBA/UK MiniBonsai Cobham, U.K. event-calendar.html 29th March 2025
Isle of Wight Bonsai Society www.facebook.com/bonsaiiow/ 7th June 2025
BRISTOL Bonsai Society (50th anniversary) www.bristolbonsaisociety.wordpress.com 29th September 2025
Maidstone Bonsai Society www.facebook.com/maidstonebonsaisociety 6th October 2025
Chiltern Bonsai Society www.chilternbonsai.org.uk 13th October 2025
North London Bonsai Group www.facebook.com/p/North-London-Bonsai-Group T.B.C.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
1st Place Overall & Painted category - Trophy Exhibition's EBPC Pot Contest 2026.
Martin Englert, Germany.