I have traveled around the U.S. several times since finishing my apprenticeship in Japan and have met many bonsai enthusiasts and professionals along the way. However, I have seldom met anyone who knows how to place wire on a tree correctly. I thought I would show an example of my wiring technique. I think of wiring as a puzzle and if I don't put it on correctly, I will make the effort to remove the wire and try again. The black pine shown above is shohin in size. The picture was taken immediately after pruning and wiring the tree. I hope you like it!