Strength and subtletyWe visited the studio of ceramists Hikaru Momoda and Ami Hayashi. A brief introduction of the two ceramic artists. Momoda was born in 1961, and after graduating from Tokyo University of Arts, Department of Crafts, he traveled all over Europe for two years. He then returned to Japan where he started to work on ceramics at ”Marunuma Art Park” in Asaka, Saitama. |
Vessels with serene coloringThe work by Ami Hayashi have beautiful well-balanced forms with soft colors such as pink or pale blue. Observe closely and you will find squares on the round plate; and plants, flowers and circles within the squares drawn in enamel or in inlay. She seems to enjoy expressing herself through coordinating colors on the vessels. The vessels are uniquely shaped yet will match other tableware. Her pieces, just like the pieces by Momoda, strangely blend in when actually put in use. |
Kneading the clay and turning the pottery wheelNakata gave a try at ceramics. He always has a hard time when he’s told he is free to make anything he wants. ”For instance, when he tried ceramics painting and was told he could paint anything he wanted, he was at a loss. He commented about this and Momoda replied, ”I understand. But you should relax and do as you like”. |
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- Studio MoMo Ceramics Club
- 5-2-29 Tsunashimanishi, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa Prefecture