Journal
Anagama: The Intersection of Predictions and Wonders
Earth and Ember | Exhibition Opening Remarks
As a child, I followed Popeye’s example and ate plenty of spinach. In the town where I grew up, there were no telephone booths, so I would hide in the storeroom, imagining myself soaring…
Keisuke Iwata | Studio Visit
In the quaint fisherman town of Fukutsu, Japan, nestled along the shoreline of the Sea of Japan, we had the rare opportunity to visit the home studio of the celebrated ceramic artist…
Casting Light | Exhibition Recap
Setting up Casting Light was a thrilling challenge for us, as it involved showcasing over 35 pendant lights in a minimalist yet striking arrangement. Tobimatsu Toki joined us from Tokyo, personally assisting with the installation and attending…
Tobimatsu Toki | Studio Visit
As we eagerly anticipate the opening of Casting Light, the inaugural North American solo exhibition of Tobimatsu Toki at our gallery, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable journey that has brought us to this moment. Our encounter with founder Hirotaka Tobimatsu approximately a decade…
Dani Sujin Studio | Celebrating Friendship and Craftsmanship
In the realm of art and craftsmanship, there are rare moments where friendship, passion, and creativity intertwine to create something truly special. Our collaboration with ceramic artist Dani Sujin Lee is one such moment—a heartfelt celebration of talent, friendship and the…
Afterlife | Personal Reflections on Ryuji Mitani’s Tableware
Apart from our new temporary Annex location and the opportunity to showcase yet another beautiful collection of works by Ryuji Mitani, one of the most exciting parts of our latest exhibition, ‘Crafts, and Then’ was a special exhibit…
Crafts, and Then | Annex and Exhibition Recap
Our latest exhibition, ‘Crafts, and Then’ – An Exhibition of Art Works and Wood Tableware by Ryuji Mitani, was held at our temporary Annex Gallery at 24 2nd Avenue just a few weeks ago. It was a completely new space…
Crafts, and Then – A Ryuji Mitani Book
For quite some time, handcrafting has existed as a form of self-expression. Utsuwa, however, was never an art form that could exist on its own, as a vessel cannot fulfill its role without both someone to cook and another to eat. Its final form emerges through connection, not just a one-way interaction.I’ve taken this text as an opportunity to reflect on and reconsider these vessels that exist…
Crafts, and Then | Exhibition Opening Remarks
On the occasion of the exhibition Crafts, and Then at Nalata Nalata – I have been creating vessels for use, so that they do not make too much of a statement. Half for serving food and half for the people who…