Artist Shizuka Fujiwara - "Simple but cool" Shigaraki ware

Fujiwara Shizuka's profile

1986 Born in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

2005 Graduated from Shigaraki High School, Design Department

2018 Started pottery making at Kosendo in Shigaraki (with Jun Fujiwara as his wife)

2022 Presenting works at special exhibitions etc.

2023 First solo exhibition at the gallery "nokaze"

Characteristics of Fujiwara Shiruka's Works

Shizuka Fujiwara's works are characterized by their "simple but cool" style, allowing you to enjoy cooking and plating without any stress, and show the new possibilities of Shigaraki ware. The tableware has a rustic texture but incorporates a contemporary design sensibility, and while retaining the traditional elements of Shigaraki ware, it also combines modern essences. It has a versatile beauty that can be used to stylishly present not only food but also sweets.

Born from the experience of honestly facing myself, "Simple but cool" tableware

Shizuka Fujiwara was born in Kyoto and grew up in Shigaraki. She grew up playing in nature and being free-spirited from an early age. She eventually discovered pottery and found herself in dialogue with her inner self as she worked with clay.

"People shouldn't compare themselves to others or compete with each other for superiority or inferiority. I want to understand that and become someone who is proud of who I am." Behind Shizuka Fujiwara's words are many life experiences. Shizuka Fujiwara's attitude has inspired and inspired many people.

The words "simple yet cool" perfectly describe Shizuka Fujiwara's tableware. Her tableware allows you to freely enjoy cooking and plating, and will be a part of your daily life while adding color to special moments.