EPISODE · Mar 30, 2026 · 1H 48M
#010 - Maroš Bel'an
from Bonsaigers' Conversations · host lorisdiotti
In this episode of Bonsaigers’ Conversations, I sit down with Maroš Bel'an, a Slovak artist and friend whose work is deeply influenced by his mentorship under Walter Pall.We dive into the philosophy of the naturalistic style—an approach that moves away from rigid rules and instead embraces the raw, unrefined beauty of trees as they exist in nature. Maroš shares his experiences collecting material in the wild, discussing both the artistic vision and the responsibility that comes with working with nature in such a direct way.Our conversation flows between technique and philosophy, touching on how observation, patience, and respect shape not only the trees we create, but the way we see the world around us.This episode stands out as one of my personal favorites—a genuine and inspiring exchange about art, nature, and the pursuit of authenticity in bonsai.
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In this episode of Bonsaigers’ Conversations, I sit down with Maroš Bel'an, a Slovak artist and friend whose work is deeply influenced by his mentorship under Walter Pall.We dive into the philosophy of the naturalistic style—an approach that moves away from rigid rules and instead embraces the raw, unrefined beauty of trees as they exist in nature. Maroš shares his experiences collecting material in the wild, discussing both the artistic vision and the responsibility that comes with working with nature in such a direct way.Our conversation flows between technique and philosophy, touching on how observation, patience, and respect shape not only the trees we create, but the way we see the world around us.This episode stands out as one of my personal favorites—a genuine and inspiring exchange about art, nature, and the pursuit of authenticity in bonsai.
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#010 - Maroš Bel'an
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