OEN Maker & Japanese Potter – A Glimpse Inside the Studio of Keiichi Tanaka
We thought we'd give you a look inside the studio of ceramic artist Keiichi Tanaka, who makes an impressive range of sculpture and tableware at his studio in Kawagoe, Japan.
New Maker at OEN Shop – Woodwork by Japanese Craftsman Masahiro Endo
A beautiful selection of woodwork by Japanese craftsman Masahiro Endo at OEN shop, who uses the natural landscape around him as inspiration for his crafted designs.
Shaped by Hand – New Works at OEN Shop by Woodturner Jonathan Leech
His preferred style is ‘minimalist’, using a simple design which allows the wood to express its own qualities. This often includes natural edges, knot-holes and other natural imperfections.
Ceramics in Tune with Nature – Work by Japanese Potter Katsufumi Baba
A potter that always gives me a distinct feeling is craftsman Katsufumi Baba, picking up his work makes me think of nature itself, he has a great skill for balancing asymmetry with touch.
New Maker at OEN Shop – Ceramics by Japanese Potter Keiichi Tanaka
As we finally approach summer there’s been many new additions to the shop, one that’s been eagerly awaited here is a collection of ceramics by Japanese potter Keiichi Tanaka.
Blue Glass Lotus Bowls and Voda Cups by Studio Prepa at OEN Shop
New tableware at OEN shop made by husband and wife duo Katsuhisa and Mizuho Hira of Studio Prepa. Their work really sums up the Japanese philosophy of simplicity and understated beauty.
Carved Lined Lacquer Bowls by Japanese Workshop Kihachi at OEN Shop
Kihachi's goal is to incorporate high-quality Japanese lacquerware of affordable price in to our day-to-day lives, combining both skill and aesthetic beauty in to one complete package.
New Maker at OEN Shop – Japanese Lacquer Artist Mie Yokouchi
Bumping in to the work of Japanese artisan Mie Yokouchi I was mesmerised by her beautiful lacquer forms, so we now stock a selection of work here at OEN shop.
New Pedestal Dish & Water Cup by Stefan Andersson at OEN Shop
Stefan has offered a twist on his original water cup, which, unlike the previous cup that was salt fired with veggie oil, these have been fired for three days in a wood kiln called an Anagama.
Carved Walnut & Cherry Woodworks by Tomokazu Furui at OEN Shop
Tomokazu Furui crafts with real precision and skill. I’m particularly in awe of the chisel marks scatted around his pieces, these marks and ripples on the surface of the wood add real character.
Platinum & Palladium Pottery by Shinobu Hashimoto at OEN Shop
If anyone’s been following Shinobu's work you’ll know that he’s an experimental artist who likes to mix-up both his forms and glazes, so check out his new range stocked at OEN shop.
New Maker – Japanese Potter & Craftsman Motoharu Ozawa at OEN Shop
New OEN shop potter Motoharu Ozawa doesn't attempt to hide the imperfections, instead he uses these as inspiration to give his collection of tableware character and charm.
