I just had to share this photo progression shown over on El Tim’s blog, Just goes to show what can be achieved with proper technique and time.
Click on the image below to see the full story of this tree. Google translate a must of English speakers.
Shop for quality bonsai
bonsai and garden
The Kaizen Bonsai Blog
Teaching, Learning, Enjoying Bonsai
The ramblings of an old artist and someone who would like to grow better bonsais trees
my bonsai
My wood creations
Hand Crafted Furniture
Creativity Through Bonsai
dirt leaves flowers
bonsaï | vidéo | Japon - ActuBonsaï
Japan's aesthetic, craftsmanship and spirit
Bonsai with a hint of madness...
"Tibolar-RS. your soil needs it, your plants will love it"
Bonsai Eejit 
Very impressive tree, and they share plenty of information gleaned along the way. Best if one can read it directly, but if not, Google translate is better than not reading it at all!
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