Friday, January 22, 2010

Wine Coaster

This wine coaster is one of my latest projects. Since this piece has not been fired, it is called green ware. In this state, it can be easily damage.

Monday, January 11, 2010

New Glaze

For the last several months, I've been trying several commercial glazes. Since they come in pints, I'm unable to dip the pieces, so I've applied them by brush.

This is a light blue shino glaze. Shino glazes were first developed in Japan around 1600.

Sunday, September 20, 2009

Pedestal Vase

For this vase, my design goal was to create a tall piece that was simple in shape and emotionally warm. To get the height, I added a pedestal and used groves to give it unity. By applying a thin layer of glazes with a brush, it allowed the clay body to show through giving the piece a nice warmth.


Tuesday, July 21, 2009

First Bisque Firing

I have access to an electric kiln. Until now, I've been firing my pieces at the local pottery store. This should save me time and money.


This is a look inside. In case that I do something wrong, I loaded it with a few pieces.

Monday, June 1, 2009

Sake Bottle Bud Vases

Here are some more bud vases inspired by Japanese’s sake bottles. Please let me know your thoughts by giving your reaction below.


Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Sake Bottle Accent Lamp

I enjoy the simplicity, purity and functionality of Japanese ceramics. For my lamp, I drew inspiration from Japanese's sake bottles.


Sunday, February 15, 2009

Handcrafted Ceramic Table Lamp

An updated version of a classic urn shape ceramic table lamp that I handmade.