KILN FIRED POTTERS 01

26 x 36 x D3.5cmAcrylic on canvas. (Stretched, not in a frame)

In the world of the Japanese tea ceremony, the tea bowl, or "chawan", is not only a vessel for drinking matcha but also a place to appreciate the beauty of the bowl itself.

The design, texture, and glaze of the chawan are essential elements that reflect the spirit of the tea ceremony and the appreciation of nature.

My “Potter" series celebrates the beauty of glazed ceramics and rich textures. In ceramic glazes, these textures are typically formed by gases escaping from the clay body or glaze during the firing process.
It took me ages to figure out how to achieve this look without using concrete or joint compound-like materials.