Sergio Biagi

My life in Bonsaibegan in Pietrasanta, where I live and work. My journey began in the spring of 1988. In those years, the Bonsaiart was still on a pioneering level in Italy. Before I start doing this art, I had practiced the hobby of photography.

Sergio Biagi That experience allows me, today, to take photos of my trees at its best. At that time, there were very few books with the basics of technique and aesthetics useful for the cultivation of 51cg. except what I consider the ABC's of books: "Bonsaitechniques 1 and 2" by John Naka. After a few years I found a Japanese magazine who had an Italian version. Finally I could begin to understand what Bonsaireally was about. But this was only the beginning of my journey. The world of Bonsaihas deeply changed since then. The materials have reached a very high level. Native varieties are often preferred above those of import. I love our native plants, some deciduous but especially broadleaf conifers. I love good Tuscan cypress, that's why I call my Bonsaigarden 'The Garden of Cypresses'.

Quick facts

Appeared at these events: various events in Italy

Appeared in these magazines: Art and bonsaitalia Nature, Bonsaiand Suiseki Exhibition Magazine

Awards: various awards including: President UBI Award, IBS 1st prize

Books: N/A

More information about Sergio Biagi

In the nineties, I contributed to the birth of the IBS from which after two years I went out to keep doing Bonsaiin private with the friends of the club (Versilia BonsaiClub) of which I am one of the founders.

But in the nineties, another important thing took place in my Bonsaipath: the display of Bonsaitrees, especially tables. I immediately realized their importance for the overall display. I have worked for over forty years with wood and these skills allowed me to build tables with professionalism and mastery. My tables are built in the traditional manner using essences that are highly praised. Many Italian and European amateurs have tables of mine.

I have helped with the book "The Art of bonsai" by Antonio Ricchiari. I also write for various magazines. I have been awarded several times for my work, especially on evergreen species. Years ago I red a book where there was a quote that said: "Wise is the one who learns and builds from the experience of others". And so I did learn from others, but I always made the Bonsaion my own. But Bonsaiis not only making miniature trees. Bonsaiis a way of making friends with many people scattered throughout Italy and abroad.