In Japan's Edo period, 1615-1868, says Maske (art history, U. of Kentucky) the Takatori potters, unlike other craftsmen, held warrior-class status within the domain of a particular daimyo family. He e
Randy Johnston is a renowned contemporary American potter trained in the American Midwest and under Shimaoka Tatsuzo in Mashiko, Japan. He is a working potter who maintains fidelity to the tradition a
Phil Rogers understands that the studio potter is an artist who seeks to create beauty through a utilitarian object. The beauty in such pieces emanates from both the potter and the materials he uses,
The art of Ken Matsuzaki, a leading figure in modern Japanese ceramics, reflects the heritage of traditional Japanese folk pottery while showcasing the artist's creativity, intuition, and skill. Grou
