Ripples -Spring- ALL Artist Collection which is named after the

which is named after the appearance of yellowish droplets that form from the melting firewood ash during firing at high temperatures

The interplay of natural ash

Kazuya’s masterful forming technique can be seen in the sudden yet harmonious transition from the spiraling texture of the body to the smooth neck and lip

as well as the harmonious introduction of a perfect circle around the lip

This piece exhibits the rustic charm of Bizen Art with its uneven and unglazed surface

Ripples -Spring- ALL Artist Collection which is named after theKazuya's Ripples series takes inspiration from gentle ripples forming on the surface of an otherwise tranquil pond. As with many of Kazuya's works, in this piece, one can appreciate the masterful application of several traditional Bizen Art techniques. For example, the subtle sheen on the surface of this piece was created not by glaze but by rapidly cooling the piece after firing. Kazuya also leveraged his unique technique of using a burner in the