it is said that lingnan penjing "embraces nature", and is not inclined to be bounded by rules or formula. it has been described as "spring from the mother nature, exceed the mother nature” (traditional chinese: 源於自然，超於自然): this style is noted for an emphasis on the match between "the natural" and "the artificial" parts of the bonsai. for instance, artists of lingnan penjing tend to spend much time choosing a pot that matches that plants. furthermore, it explicitly focuses on "inner beauty" - lingnan penjing artists always pay attention to the penjing's has its own unique ambiance and mood. when viewing a lingnan penjing, a viewer is expected to savor the messages and emotions behind the penjing work.