Tomoko Iwata Ash Glaze Kusano Utsuwa Cube A

These are works by Tomoko Iwata, who makes pottery in Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture.

Most of Ms. Iwata's works are created using the hand-building technique (a method of shaping by coiling and stacking clay), making each piece unique.

Her collection includes three types of works: "Tanka," which achieves a matte, metallic black color through repeated firing; "Sabikekesho," which features painted designs using slip; and "Haiyu," which uses natural plant ash to create a unique, beautiful green glaze.

Ms. Iwata used to paint.
Her interest in soil grew from painting, leading her to switch to pottery.

The forms of her works, with attention paid to every detail, and her pursuit of the texture of clay and glazes, result in truly unique pieces.

■Size: 65mm × 65mm × Height 65mm
■Weight: Approx. 190g
■Texture: Smooth surface
■Microwave: ✕ / Dishwasher: ✕ / Oven: ✕

1977 Born in Saitama Prefecture
2000 Graduated from Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts, Faculty of Arts and Crafts, Department of Painting
2006 Completed Tokoname Municipal Ceramic Art Research Institute / Began production in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture
2008 Built a kiln in Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture