#55 Small Kokeshi Vessel Grilling The contrast of sturdy dome

The contrast of sturdy dome over a narrow foot

Crafted in her SF studio

Plants are symbol of strength for me

The pure essential oils of these evocative wax candles are based on local flora to evoke the particularities of place

Put it In the back of your car to prevent grocery bags from sliding

#55 Small Kokeshi Vessel Grilling The contrast of sturdy domeAkio Nukagas work explores the possibilities of how he leaves a trace of himself in clay. This piece features his signature Pleated Work technique of carving grooves into the wet clay after it is thrown on the wheel. The forminspired by traditional kokeshi dollsis accentuated by these grooves curving down the profile of the vessel creating movement and rhythm. After the first firing and before the second, he finishes the vessel by applying different