A four-person exhibition: Eri Shimamoto , Yasushi Okada , Junji Setsu , and Akiko Tomikawa all dedicated to the color blue.
“... with Blue” Group Exhibition Artists; Shimamoto Eri x Okada Yasushi, Setsu Junji and Tomikawa Akiko
Cooperation: Atelier Kisai
| Exhibition period Schedule |
November 11, 2022 (Fri) – November 16 (Wed) November 11 - November 16, 2022 |
| Gallery opening hours Opening Hours | Open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM (until 5:00 PM on the last day). Open every day during the exhibition period. Open daily 11 am to 7 pm except for November 16, when the gallery will close at 5 pm. |
| Exhibiting artist Artist | [ink] Eri Shimamoto Shimamoto Eri [Ceramics] Yasushi Okada Okada Yasushi Junji Setsu Setsu Junji Akiko Tomikawa Tomikawa Akiko |
| Introduction Introduction |
As winter approaches and the weather gets colder, we will be holding a four-person exhibition titled "Meeting Blue," featuring a calligrapher and three ceramic artists.
While Shimamoto is known as a calligrapher in Japan, she is already active as an artist in the United States and Europe. Using ink and blue, and employing brushes and extra-large brushes, his artwork has established a unique world of its own.
Yasushi Okada is gaining popularity in Hagi, Yamaguchi Prefecture, for his works featuring a pale blue glaze, which he calls "Pale Blue Glaze." The beautiful yet ephemeral pale blue color is said to be the blue of the Sea of Japan, which she loves to see from Hagi.
Junji Setsu is a potter in Kyoto who is experimenting with new suminagashi (marbling) techniques. Beyond just the blue color, its beautifully flowing patterns captivate the hearts of pottery lovers and never let go.
Akiko Tomikawa is diligently creating works in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, which she calls "ice blue glaze." The icy, pale blue color of the medicine and the dignified white form have attracted attention.
I am also looking forward to seeing how the latest works of these four artists will resonate with each other in our gallery. I would be delighted if you would take the time to view them.
Shop owner Takashi Yasuda |
| Biography Biography | ▶ Eri Shimamoto Shimamoto Eri Born in Tokyo in 1972. She began studying calligraphy at the age of eight and has worked as a calligrapher under the name Toyohime Takahashi. Studied under the ink painter Yoshida Kau. As artist Eri Shimamoto , I participated in a group exhibition at Hotel Chinzanso in 2018. In addition, she actively participates in and continues to exhibit her work at art fairs in New York, London, and other cities abroad. This time, I'm finally taking part in a group exhibition in Japan. [Calligrapher Toyohime Takahashi's Awards and Recognition] 2014-2022: Selected for the Mainichi Calligraphy Exhibition. 2020 41st Japan Book Exhibition Tokyo Governor's Award 2021: 42nd Japan Calligraphy Exhibition, Prime Minister's Encouragement Award Currently, I am a Tokyo Metropolitan Examiner for the Japan Calligraphy Skills Certification Association. Board Member, Institute of Modern Calligraphy ▶ Yasushi Okada Okada Yasushi Born in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture in 1976. Graduated from the Department of Sculpture, Faculty of Fine Arts, Tokyo Zokei University in 2002. 2005: Completed the Ceramics Specialization Course at the Kyoto City Industrial Research Institute. He studied under his father, Yuu Okada (a holder of Yamaguchi Prefecture's designated intangible cultural property, Hagi ware). 2013 Kikuchi Biennale Encouragement Award Exhibited at the 60th Anniversary Exhibition of the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition: "From Crafts to KOGEI" 2015 Japan Ceramics Exhibition: Excellent Work Award and Mainichi Shimbun Award 2016 Yamaguchi Traditional Crafts Exhibition: Japan Crafts Association Yamaguchi Branch Chief's Award 2017 Energia Art Award Yamaguchi Prefecture Arts and Culture Promotion Encouragement Award 2019: Contemporary Ceramics Hagi Grand Prize Exhibition V - Excellence Award Currently a full member of the Japan Crafts Association. ▶ Junji Setsu Setsu Junji Born in Kyoto in 1975. Graduated from Kyoto Seika University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Ceramics Department in 1998. 2002: 31st Kinki Exhibition of Traditional Japanese Crafts, Newcomer Encouragement Award 2004: Selected for the Kinki Exhibition of Traditional Japanese Crafts (and subsequently selected 9 times). 2015: TOKI Oribe Excellence Award, 8th Contemporary Tea Ceremony Ceramics Exhibition 2016: TOKI Oribe Encouragement Award, 9th Contemporary Tea Ceremony Ceramics Exhibition 2017: Selected for the 3rd Kanazawa World Craft Competition Selected for the 10th Contemporary Tea Ceramics Exhibition (2018, Reiwa 2 and 4) 2018: Selected for the 3rd Japan Ceramic Society Contemporary Ceramics Encouragement Award, Kansai Exhibition. 2022: Selected for the 5th Kanazawa World Craft Competition. ▶ Akiko Tomikawa Tomikawa Akiko Born in 1977 in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture. 2002: Completed Graduate School of Fine Arts, Joshibi University of Art and Design 2007: Completed the Molding and Glazing course at the Ibaraki Prefectural Ceramics Training Center. 2012: Selected for the 59th Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition. 2013: Selected for the 5th Kikuchi Biennale. Selected for the 22nd Japan Ceramics Exhibition 2014 Contemporary Ceramics Hagi Grand Prize Exhibition III Iwakuni Art Museum Award 2017: TOKI Oribe Encouragement Award, 10th Contemporary Tea Ceremony Ceramics Exhibition 2019: MOA Museum of Art Award, 59th East Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition 2021 Kasama Ceramic Art Grand Prize Exhibition 2021, Selected for Part of the Open Call Category Currently a full member of the Japan Crafts Association. |
| Artist in the gallery day Date Artist in Gallery | Eri Shimamoto November 11th (Fri) - 13th (Sun), 16th (Wed) Yasushi Okada November 14th (Mon) - 16th (Wed) Akiko Tomikawa November 11th (Fri), 16th (Wed) *Please note that due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a possibility that this information may change. |
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| Main exhibited works Main Exhibited Works |
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No.1
| Author name | Eri Shimamoto |
| Work name | Meeting Blue |
| price | 360,000 yen (excluding tax) (396,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | 127.0 × 45.5 (㎝) |
No.2
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| Author name | Yasushi Okada |
| Work name | Light blue glaze tea bowl |
| price | 160,000 yen (excluding tax) (176,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | φ 13.9 × H 9.2 (㎝) |
No.3
| Author name | Junji Setsu |
| Work name | Saisumi style flower vase |
| price | 90,000 yen (excluding tax) (99,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 13.5 × D 24.0 × H 35.0 (㎝) |
No.4
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| Author name | Akiko Tomikawa |
| Work name | Tea bowl "Refreshing Rain" |
| price | 60,000 yen (excluding tax) (66,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | φ 13.2 × H 9.5 (㎝) |
No.5
| Author name | Eri Shimamoto |
| Work name | The Tone of Time I |
| price | 280,000 yen (excluding tax) (308,000 yen including tax) |
| box | With paper box |
| size | 73.0 × 42.0 (㎝) |
No.6
| Author name | Yasushi Okada |
| Work name | White glaze kiln strange surface water intake finger |
| price | 160,000 yen (excluding tax) (176,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | Φ 15.4× H 17.6 (㎝) |
No.7
| Author name | Junji Setsu |
| Work name | Saisumi style tea bowl |
| price | 90,000 yen (excluding tax) (99,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | φ 11.5 × H 9.8 (㎝) |
No.8
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| Author name | Akiko Tomikawa |
| Work name | Tea bowl "Tenku" |
| price | 60,000 yen (excluding tax) (66,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | φ 15.2 × H 6.8 (㎝) |
No.9
| Author name | Eri Shimamoto |
| Work name | Thoughts |
| price | 250,000 yen (excluding tax) (275,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | 108.0 × 45.5 (㎝) |
No.10
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| Author name | Yasushi Okada |
| Work name | Light blue glaze travel pillow vase |
| price | 25,000 yen (excluding tax) (27,500 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 10.7 × D 11.0 × H 9.7 (㎝) |
No.11
| Author name | Junji Setsu |
| Work name | [Left] Saiboku style vase [Right] Saiboku style vase |
| price | Each item is 14,000 yen excluding tax (15,400 yen including tax). |
| box | No box |
| size | W 8.0 × D 8.0 × H 18.5 (㎝) W 6.5 × D 6.5 × H 19.0 (㎝) |
No.12
| Author name | Akiko Tomikawa |
| Work name | Ice blue glaze lidware “Byakuya” |
| price | 200,000 yen (excluding tax) (220,000 yen tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | φ 13.9 × H 27.4 (㎝) |
No.13
| Author name | Eri Shimamoto |
| Work name | The scent of the wind |
| price | 200,000 yen (excluding tax) (220,000 yen tax) |
| box | With paper box |
| size | 44.0 × 43.3 (㎝) |
No.14
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| Author name | Yasushi Okada |
| Work name | Pale blue glaze vase |
| price | 45,000 yen excluding tax (49,500 yen tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | φ 10.2 × H 16.9 (㎝) |
No.15
| Author name | Junji Setsu |
| Work name | Saisumi style tea bowl |
| price | 90,000 yen excluding tax (99,000 yen tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | φ 11.0 × H 10.0 (㎝) |
No.16
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| Author name | Akiko Tomikawa |
| Work name | Ice-blue glazed inlaid pedestal |
| price | 45,000 yen excluding tax (49,500 yen tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | W 16.6 × D 18.9 × H 10.9 (㎝) |
No.17
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| Author name | Eri Shimamoto |
| Work name | Silence |
| price | 190,000 yen (excluding tax) (209,000 yen tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | 116.0 × 33.0 (㎝) |
No.18
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| Author name | Yasushi Okada |
| Work name | [Left] Hagi sake cup [Medium] Light blue glaze sake cup [Right] Light blue glazed sake cup |
| price | 10,000 yen (excluding tax) (11,000 yen including tax) 22,000 yen (excluding tax) (24,200 yen including tax) 13,000 yen (excluding tax) (14,300 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box. Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) Comes with a paulownia wood box. |
| size | φ 7.9 × H 3.9 (㎝) W 14.6 × D 11.2 × H 8.0 (㎝) φ 7.9 × H 3.9 (㎝) |
No.19
| Author name | Junji Setsu |
| Work name | [Left] Saibokuryu sake vessels [Medium] Saibokuryu Sake Utensils [Right] Saiboku style lid holder |
| price | 14,000 yen (excluding tax) (15,400 yen including tax) 14,000 yen (excluding tax) (15,400 yen including tax) 9,000 yen (excluding tax) (9,900 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box. Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) Comes with a paulownia wood box. |
| size | φ 6.5 × H 6.0 (㎝) φ 6.7 × H 6.0 (㎝) φ 5.5 × H 5.8 (㎝) |
No.20
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| Author name | Akiko Tomikawa |
| Work name | Tea utensil "White frost" |
| price | 20,000 yen (excluding tax) (22,000 yen including tax) |
| box | Comes with a paulownia wood box (to be delivered later) |
| size | Φ 5.8 × H 8.6 (㎝) |
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