Join us as we sit down with Rob Wallace of Wallace Woods Ceramics, a member of the 3rd Wheel Potters collective alongside Eli Akins and Preston Tolbert. This past summer, the trio completed an artist residency at Mirai, navigating the challenges of Mount Rainier and exploring new ways to merge ceramics with the art of bonsai. In this episode, Rob shares insights from their collaborative journey, the R&D behind his creative process, and the seeds of inspiration blossoming into our fall launch of their ceramic creations. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the experimentation, artistry, and vision that brought this unique collection to life before it launches.
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From Summer Survival to Live Streaming Revival
This summer at Mirai was one for the books—long, hot days, intense sun, and plenty of lessons in resilience and proactive care. From keeping trees thriving under extreme heat to experimenting with new techniques and species, we’ve seen what it takes to grow, adapt, and evolve in the garden. Now, as we step into fall, the season brings fresh opportunities and inspiration.
And we’re kicking it off in style—get an exclusive first look at the return of streaming on Mirai Live! Join us October 28th at 4 PM PST for a fresh experience packed with artistry, entertainment, and community. Come see what’s next for Mirai and jump back into the journey with us.
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Art, Science, and Bonsai with Brock Arvesen
We introduce Brock Arvesen, one of the new faces at Mirai. Splitting his time between Mirai and the Pacific Bonsai Museum, Brock brings a perspective shaped by both worlds. In this episode, he joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on art, nature, and bonsai. Together we dive into the aesthetics of the craft as well as the science that grounds it—a thoughtful dialogue bridging creativity and biology you won’t want to miss.
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Design in Collaboration with Thomas Nevar
We sat down with artist, designer, and creative director Thomas Nevar—a long-time creative and collaborator with Mirai. Together, we explore the intersection of art and bonsai, unpacking the motivations, inspirations, and ideas that shape their work. From the shared language of design to the pursuit of meaning in creative practice, this conversation offers an intimate look at how collaboration fuels both vision and craft.
Explore Thomas Nevar’s Sculptural Kusamono collection, now available on Mirai Goods.
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Meet Brandon Roberts: Mirai’s New Apprentice
Brandon Roberts joins us at the very beginning of his apprenticeship—already having demonstrated exceptional commitment with a six-hour round trip, twice a week, for three months, just to study bonsai at Mirai. In this open and thoughtful conversation, we explore the meaning of apprenticeship: its gravity, its rewards, and the vulnerability of sharing it publicly. Brandon brings a contagious energy that reignites the passion behind the practice, reminding us of the purpose that drives this path. This episode marks week one of what we hope will be a long and meaningful chapter—an origin story, a time capsule, and the start of a pursuit that will echo through the work, the trees, and the small moments in between.
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