Monochrome Beauty – Sculpture by Tara Vaughan
Tara Vaughan’s ceramic works are an embodiment of flowing beauty and unorthodox symmetry. Inspired by nature’s elegance and the grace of female forms, she crafts unique sculptures and vessels that explore the intriguing interplay between balance and asymmetry. Hand-building each piece us
Organic Totems – Sculpture by Cristina Figarola
Hailing from Barcelona, Cristina’s artistic journey has witnessed a fascinating evolution, from painting and sculpture to the creation of exquisite lamp designs. However, her artistic exploration didn’t stop there; it led her to the realm of ceramic totems that merge the beauty of utilit
Embracing Imperfection – Ceramics by The Clay Assemblage
The Clay Assemblage, a collection of ceramics founded by Bilgin Bernard in 2020, presents an intriguing array of quirky sculptures that captivate the senses and draw one’s attention to their raw beauty. With each piece embodying a unique essence, the intricate details and delightful imperfecti
New at OEN – Ceramics by Atsushi Ogata
Atsushi Ogata is a talented potter based in Nara prefecture, known for its picturesque countryside and close proximity to cultural hubs like Osaka and Kyoto. His Hakeme cup, plate, and bowl are shining examples of his craftsmanship. Each piece is carefully crafted on the wheel, and finished with a u
New at OEN – Pottery by Katsufumi Baba
Today we highlight the work of Japanese potter Katsufumi Baba, a ceramic artist who is focused on crafting functional beauty from clay. Using both a stoneware and porcelain clay body, Baba’s unique ability to switch between the different clays with fluidity makes for a beautiful collection wit
New at OEN – Ceramics by Fumihiro Toda
Today we showcase this awesome pottery by Japanese artist Fumihiro Toda that’s in our shop. Residing in Tokorozawa, a small city in Saitama, Toda spent most of his early years in Gifu studying under a talented potter in this area. Fumihiro Toda’s work combines both a rustic clay body wit
Crumpled Landscapes – Ceramics by Anna Maria Øfstedal Eng
Product designer and sculptor Anna Maria Øfstedal Eng stood out with her quirky stoneware vase series titled Uben. Inspired by the organic silhouettes found in nature, Anna has used stilt-like legs that angle in and have a crumbled surface to mimic the feeling of tree stumps or a mountainous landsc
Nature’s Inspiration – Ceramics by Keisuke Okazaki
The roots of the trees seen in the mountains and the bumpy roughness of this climate inspire the work of Japanese potter Keisuke Okazaki. Over the years he has developed a distinct style of brushing on the glaze to mimic the deep, textural qualities found in stone. This is an interesting juxtapositi
Materiality & Space – Artworks by Kevin Umana
It’s fantastic when a creative tries their best to bring together two worlds and really reshape how we see the world. This is why I wanted to bring forward the work of Kansas City-based Kevin Umana who uses bright colour to stir our emotions, offering a starting point to alter our mode of thin
Found or Made – Ceramic Forms by Jojo Corväiá
Jojo Corväiá is a Berlin-based Venezuelan contemporary artist who creates unique organic-looking ceramic artworks made of volcanic ash and other raw materials. Over the years, the artist has also experimented with bronze to create highly textured and oxidized vessels. Through both his clay and bro
New at OEN Shop – Ceramics by Makoto Asebi
Japanese potter Makoto Asebi’s work consists of two tones; black and white. This simple approach has helped him craft a cohesive series of objects that focus heavily on the perfection of form and the qualities that make up a specific glaze. The flat matte white has a wonderful luster behind th
Textured Abstractions – Ceramic Vases by Kathy Erteman
Kathy Erteman is an internationally-known ceramicist who approaches her craft in a dual way. On the one hand, she manually produces minimal and textured sculptural-looking vessels and on the other she creates tableware designs for companies, like Crate & Barrel and Tiffany, who manufacture them
