This was a juried exhibition and approximately 300 photos were submitted. Judges included Bjorn Bjhorholm, Eric Schrader, Michael Hagedorn and David DeGroot. They carefully reviewed every entry and only selected the finest bonsai which will produce a well-balanced exhibition considering species, sizes, color and different styles. 

Each of the 74 bonsai compositions were designed, trained and grown by the owner or with the assistance of professional bonsai artist.

Every bonsai was allotted a six or eight-foot display area with a lovely solid non-creased grey background. It was up to the exhibitors to fill their assigned areas using the bonsai which was pre-judged. As the trees arrived each was professionally photographed for the Commemorative Album which will be produced in the future. After finally setting up the displays the room was emptied and judged by the exhibitors themselves. Directly after the judging a twilight evening Friday reception was held in the exhibition area to show appreciation to all the sponsors, donors, helpers and most importantly the exhibitors who shared the beauty of their bonsai.