The Alchemy of Creation
In my practice, I use the traditional technique of Kintsugi not simply as a method of repair, but as an intentional artistic language. My works are not restored fragments of broken pottery; they are original creations shaped through the deliberate application of this ancient craft.
For me, Kintsugi is a profound medium through which I explore the dialogue between history and renewal. The process—requiring patience and the gradual layering of Urushi (natural tree sap)—may seem impractical in today’s fast-paced world. Yet I see it as a contemplative form of art, one that invites time, thought, and care. Through it, I seek to breathe life and quiet movement into materials, creating works that carry both intellectual and emotional depth.
A Mirror to the Soul
The careful application of Urushi, layer upon layer, reflects the way we heal from physical and emotional wounds. Healing is never immediate; it unfolds slowly, with rhythm and intention. The more attentively we engage in this process, the stronger and more resilient we become.
My works—whether experienced as still, meditative objects or worn as pieces that move with the body—stand as quiet testaments to this resilience. They suggest that our scars, whether visible or unseen, need not be hidden. Instead, they can be embraced as traces of memory, strength, and love. Like the gold-lined seams in my work, they speak of a history not only endured, but transformed and woven into who we are.
A Lifelong Connection
I believe in the enduring bond between an object and its owner. Should a piece of my work become damaged, I offer to restore it using the Kintsugi method for as long as I live. In this way, the connection you share with the piece can be renewed and carried forward through time.
