Tomoko Iwata Ash-glazed Kusano-Utsuwa CHIBI B

These are works by Tomoko Iwata, who creates pottery in Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture.

Most of Ms. Iwata's works are created using the hand-building technique (a method of shaping by coiling and stacking clay ropes), so each piece is one-of-a-kind.

Her collection includes three types of works: "Tanka," which achieves a matte, metallic black color through repeated firing; "Sabikekesho," which features designs made with slip; and "Haiyu," which uses natural plant ash to create a unique, beautiful green glaze.

Ms. Iwata previously painted.
Her interest in painting reportedly evolved into an interest in clay, leading her to transition to pottery.

The forms of her works, conceived with meticulous attention to detail, and her pursuit of the textures of clay and glazes result in truly unique pieces.

■ Size: 65mm × 65mm × Height 35mm
■ Weight: Approximately 130g
■ Texture: Smooth surface
■ Microwave: ✕ / Dishwasher: ✕ / Oven: ✕

＜Tomoko Iwata＞

1977 Born in Saitama Prefecture
2000 Graduated from Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts and Crafts, Painting Department
2006 Completed Tokoname City Ceramics Research Institute / Produced works in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture
2008 Built a kiln in Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture