C. Slanting objects are inherently off balance. The slanting
style bonsai achieves asymmetrical balance through
branch placement.
I. SLANTING STYLE BONSAI DEFINED
A. The slanting style bonsai is one having either a straight or
curved trunk with the apex above and to the left or to the
right of the base of the trunk.
B. Trunk
1. Is a slanted version of either a formal or
informal upright trunk. It should either
be straight or with well balanced curves.
2. Emerges from the soil at an angle and
which leans between 10 and 45 degrees
from the vertical to either the left or right.
The degree of lean is arbitrary and is determined by
your ability to maintain visual balance.
3. Is tapered from a wide base to a narrow apex.
4. The apex leans slightly toward the front.
C. Branches
1. May be horizontal or angled downward.
2. Are straight or curved to complement the style of the
trunk.
3. Located on both sides and on the rear. Side branches
should generally be located on the outside of the
trunk’s curves and be placed to counteract the lean.
D. Roots
Wire and position the roots so that the longer roots are on
the side away from the lean.