Biography

Born in Tokyo in 1988. Studied oil painting at Musashino Art University, completing the basic course in 2006. He then pursued a career in philosophy, graduating from the Department of Philosophy at Kokugakuin University's Faculty of Letters in 2011. In 2013, he completed a master's course at the Graduate School of Letters at Kyoto University. After obtaining his master's degree, he became fascinated with the world of ceramics and began creating works. In 2017, he became independent in Kyoto and began working full-time as a ceramic artist. He mainly produces ceramics, but also works on crafts such as vegetable-dyed washi paper.

Characteristics of Asami Maeda's work

The most distinctive feature of Asami Maeda's work is its fresh, transparent white porcelain. The pure white radiance calms the viewer's mind and gives a feeling of purity, as if the beautiful morning light had been captured in the work.

Using a technique called "itchin," the squeezed patterns decorate the vessels as adorable accents. In addition, the "uchikomi" decoration, which imitates leaves found in nature, expresses the delicate veins in minute detail, allowing you to experience the beauty of a piece of nature.

Types of pottery

Asami Maeda mainly works on white porcelain. White porcelain is beautiful and translucent, but also durable and easy to use, making it suitable for everyday use. They are popular as "utsuwa" (tableware). They feature a simple design that brings out the color and texture of the food, and are appealing because they go well with any type of food.

Thoughts on white porcelain that are part of everyday life

Asami Maeda's Making tableware has the power to transform the everyday into something just a little more special. The designs are not just about beauty, but also about practicality. The light, easy-to-handle shapes and gentle forms that fit comfortably in the hand are designed to make you grow to love them more as you continue to use them in your daily life.

Produced by Asami Maeda The appeal of "vessel" lies in its harmony with nature and the warmth of handcraft. Asami Maeda's deep love for her work can be felt in her attitude of carrying out all processes by hand, from embossing with wooden molds to decoration. The vessels created through this process have a unique charm that cannot be reproduced by machines.

Asami Maeda's "Utsuwa" is not just tableware. It is a work of art that brings elegance and spiritual richness to the dining table, and is like a partner that adds warmth to daily life.