Informal Upright Bonsai
The requirements are simple.
Informal upright bonsai. Yes it has pronounced twists and bends allowing the plant to emerge somewhat in motion which in turn gives the bonsai the informality it deserves. Another easy style to incorporate the informal upright or moyogi in japanese is known specifically for its trunk that grows upward but bends to the right and left forming an s. The formal upright bonsai style called chokkan in japanese is easy enough for a novice to work on and challenging enough for bonsai masters. Tapering of the trunk must be clearly visible with the base of the trunk thicker than the higher portion.
Informal upright bonsai style moyogi the informal upright style is common in both nature and in the art of bonsai. The trunk grows upright roughly in the shape of a letter s and at every turn branching occurs. Informal upright style the trunk is slightly bent and tapers toward the top. The branches are distributed asymmetrically.
The lower branches must be placed at the outer side of the curves or bends. The informal upright may be the most commonly found bonsai style. The top of the tree is straight above the base of the trunk. An apex over the root ball and interesting line leading to the apex.
Creating bonsai is a living art project.