The phenomenal bonsai art of Ryan Neil at Mirai

David Easterbrook ventures in the Pacific North West to visit some of the world's most reputable bonsai experts.

Accompanied by his friend Dave DeGroot (retired curator of the Pacific Bonsai Museum) he visits Ryan Neil the founder of Bonsai Mirai based near Portland, Oregon.

Ryan Neil generously shares his philosophy regarding his approach to bonsai and shows some of his most cherished bonsai specimens.

[TheBonsaiZone]

Thanks, a very interesting video and lots of cool bonsai talk!!!

[IrishMatt]

Ryan is the GOAT of North American bonsai IMO. Just dropping knowledge the whole time. Love this guy @bonsaimirai 💯

[brettgeisler]

Unbelievable Ryan.. One of the most inspiring videos I’ve ever watched, so thanks David too.. I could tell that even you were blown away in how speechless you were.

[jeef]

the amount of work Ryan Neil has done to promote bonsai art in the USA is nothing short of fantastic, the current generation of bonsai artists is really elevating the art

[FloridaWildlife]

33 years doing bonsai and great to see it becoming more popular. Florida has some magnificent bonsai and artist. Thank you David and Ryan for all you do.

[deanmorgan]

I'm from the UK and have only been in to Bonsai for about 2 years, and something I always wanted to do and now seen to have time in my mid-50s, I've seen a great bonsai place here in the uk, amazing place, but this has blown my mind, the guys property and he's knowledge for a youngish guy...just amazing, best I have seen.

[luismiguelseijomaceiras]

Thank you David and Ryan both. Admirable work in every sense of the word. You are both an inspiration and an invaluable resource for the bonsai community. And what a magical place Mirai has become. Can’t wait to have the chance to see it in person some day.

[bonsaistop]

Wow David what a fantastic opportunity to see the nursery and Ryan! Thanks for sharing with us :)

[Chercher]

Thank you David! As a beginner to bonsai this felt like a tour at a grand museum. The colors were beautiful, old trees stunning & it must h/b pure joy for you, Dan & the others to see in person. 🤩

[gobonsai]

THANKS to David and Nick, such a wonderful adventure, I could have listened this philosophical journey for hour. Gosh!!! I hope Ryan came to see us in Montreal!

[stephencreswell]

I know Ryan is known for his coniferous trees BUT his deciduous trees are nothing to sleep on. Becoming a Mirai live member has been the most elevating thing I've done in my pursuit of BONSAI!

[Iosis]

It really is a spectacular garden. I've seen a lot of photos of the place but for some reason this video really gives you an idea of the scale of this place!

[haroldLangseth]

I so enjoyed hearing Ryan's philosophy of Bonsai as a practicioner.

[gregoryh]

David. I don’t know how any of my words can tell you thanks for this Video. With My Age and be retired I will never be able to see the Glory of a Master Bonsai Artist. Thanks you so Much. May you have a very Save trip back and Happy Holidays . Gory of Ohio 👍🏻😃

[ginettecharbonneau]

OMG what a fabulous tour...Thank you so much...

[craighunter]

What an absolutely bloody amazing garden he has. Thanks for taking us that journey. Cheers Craig

[ballsantamaria]

Fantastic Video David! Thank you for sharing. very enlightening..

[adsminibuild]

Thank you for sharing this incredible collection and a snip of the knowledge that belongs with it .

[davidjohnson]

As always, lots to be impressed by, lots to think about and lots of motivation to do, or at least try. Thanks David and Ryan.

[josephconrad]

Thank you for sharing this video David. I would love to hear more about the inspiration and learnings this visit offered you. As always, I’m grateful for your generosity when it comes to bonsai.