As a result of studying this section of the Intermediate Bonsai
Syllabus , studying APPENDIX C - Harmony, viewing audio
visual presentations, or participating in other activities
provided by an instructor, you will be able to:
1. Define harmony.
2. Discuss the concept of harmony as it applies to bonsai, to
include:
a. Understatement
b. Perspective
c. Line
d. Balance
e. Soul and spirit
e. Nature and natural appearance
f. Display of bonsai
II. GENERAL
A. An expanded discussion of Harmony is included in
APPENDIX C to this Syllabus.
B. Definitions
1. Harmony. Harmony means fitting together, agreement, a
combination of parts into an orderly or proportionate
whole, congruity, agreement or proportionate
arrangement of color, size, shape, etc., that is pleasing to
the eye. It is an affirmative emotional response for which
bonsai artists strive.