Koichiro Isezaki

Koichiro Isezaki, Yo, C19718 Placed in a sagger and wrapped carefully in rice straw, each vessel made by Isezaki emerges from the kiln with their own individual Hidasuki (red flashing) pattern. The markings of a lively, energetic, fire. The pieces absorb the life of the fire through ash deposits, red flashing, subtle glaze, and sporadic, freckled, texture. Through the series, Isezaki creates a sense of breath. Koichiro Isezaki, Boot C19719 and Koichiro Isezaki, Boot, C19720 The flames, surrounding each piece as ash falls from the roof of the kiln, scattering...