Film by Takashi Kuroyanagi – Handmade Japanese Paper of Kurotani Kyoto
Takashi Kuroyanagi has visited many workshops in Kyoto to record the techniques of the various craftsmen based there, this subject is Kurotani, a paper making town near Kyoto.
New Feature – Yusuke Tazawa’s Workshop in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
We commissioned photographer Tatsuji Nagase to capture OEN maker Yusuke Tazawa making the popular 'coffee spoon' from start to finish in both zelkova and cherry.
Studio Look – Inside Japanese Lacquer Craftsman Mie Yokouchi’s Workshop
Mie Yokouchi creates her urushi works by applying mugi-urushi (a mixture of flour and lacquer) on linen cloth and Japanese paper, here we feature a few photos from inside her workshop.
Vessel, Pattern & Empty Space – Paintings by Japanese Artist Miwa Ogasawara
Miwa Ogasawara, a Japanese artist who now resides in Hamburg, Germany paints these beautiful canvases with pure simplicity and charm, drawing on the idea of 'emptiness'.
Beauty In Imperfection – A Portrait of Japanese Potter Akiko Hirai
Photographer and filmmaker Dan Fontanelli has made a short portrait on Japanese Potter Akiko Hirai's work and has captured some of the making processes at her London studio.
Ideal landscapes – Indigo Dyed Artworks by Atlanta Artist Lynn Pollard
Inspired by an old indigo vat that she had situated at her home studio, Lynn Pollard, an Atlanta-based artist, creates landscapes and abstract artworks by dipping paper in to indigo.
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.
Experiences in Japan – Photography by Claudia Garcia-Mauriño
This photography by Claudia Garcia-Mauriño really struck a chord with me, in this series her search for simplicity and harmony has been matched well with the Japanese culture.
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.
New Feature – Maiko Okuno’s Workshop in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
We commissioned photographer Shigekazu Shinya to capture OEN maker Maiko Okuno woodturning, applying lacquer, also sharpening and working with her tools.
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.
