EP101: Adding a Koi Collection to a Bonsai Collection w/ Tommy "San" Lira

Today's guest, Tommy "San" Lira, is a bonsai enthusiast with over 40 years of experience. While he does not have formal training, Tommy "San" is a self-taught, bonsai expert. Tommy shares his passion for bonsai and his growing interest in koi fish and ponds.    In this episode, we talk about… Growing up with a father who knew how to perfectly prune trees The first time Tommy realized he wanted to work with bonsai The reason Tommy reached out to the Pond Digger Ranch A unique, trade agreement between Tommy and Eric How the working relationship has been for the last year and a half Appreciating each other's different visions of art and beauty Why one cannot teach someone how to do bonsai Building a larger pond than Tommy anticipated The moment Tommy revealed the finished pond to his wife Links to resources:   The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/   You can also check out The Pond Digger's products at: http://helixpondfiltration.com/    TWT Contractor Circle   TWT Contractor Power Circle   And follow his adventures in the pond world at: Instagram  Facebook TikTok If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line "Persuasive Pond Design" at: [email protected]