Masaki KUROKAWA

Masaki Kurokawa

The gentle, flowing patterns created by the glaze's bleeding.

This bright, expressive piece features a soft white base, reminiscent of a sandy beach or a flowing landscape painting, with glazes layered like flowing streams.
While the colors may seem bold at first glance, the design emphasizes negative space, allowing it to beautifully enhance your food.

The varying shades, bleeds, and natural textures created during firing make each piece unique, showcasing the charm of handcrafted work.
It's a piece that easily fits into your daily meals, yet brightens up the entire dining table.

Artist History

1977
Born in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
2000
Traveled solo from Asia to Africa
2002
Graduated from the Faculty of Economics, Nagoya City University
2006
Graduated from Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Technology College, Molding Department
Joined Shigaraki Kumoigama
2012
First solo exhibition at Art Salon Kura
2013
Leaves Kumoigama and becomes independent in Yamashina, Kyoto
Kyoto Seiyokai Pottery Exhibition, Kyoto Shimbun Prize
Exhibited at the Korea-Japan Ceramic Art Exchange Exhibition (Gyeongsangbuk-do
2018
Selected for the Japan Ceramic Association Encouragement Award

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