Ripples -Spring- ALL Artist Collection The artist's masterful use of

The artist's masterful use of this technique results in a dynamic expression that imbues the work with a strong and evocative presence

which is named after the appearance of yellowish droplets that form from the melting firewood ash during firing at high temperatures

Kazuya’s masterful forming technique can be seen in the sudden yet harmonious transition from the spiraling texture of the body to the smooth neck and lip

This piece exhibits the rustic charm of Bizen Art with its uneven and unglazed surface

This is achieved by deliberately preserving the earthen hues to the fullest extent

Ripples -Spring- ALL Artist Collection The artist's masterful use ofKazuya's Ripples series takes inspiration from gentle ripples forming on the surface of an otherwise tranquil pond. As with many of Kazuya's works, in this piece, one can appreciate the masterful application of several traditional Bizen Art techniques. For example, the subtle sheen on the surface of this piece was created not by glaze but by rapidly cooling the piece after firing. Kazuya also leveraged his unique technique of using a burner in the