Kutani Ware, Japan’s Vibrant Tradition of Colorful Porcelain
scrapfellow.com – Kutani ware (Kutani-yaki) is one of Japan’s most iconic styles of porcelain, renowned for its bold, vivid colors…
Pottery & Ceramics
Biotech Ceramics: How Bacteria Are Firing Glaze-Free Pottery
Imagine pottery that glazes itself—without heat or kilns. That’s the revolutionary concept behind biotech ceramics, where soil-dwelling, non-pathogenic bacteria trigger…
Unearthing the Legacy of Jomon Pottery, Japan’s Ancient Ceramic Tradition
Jomon pottery, originating from prehistoric Japan around 14,000 BCE, is considered one of the oldest forms of ceramic art in…
Black Firing Pottery: The Ancient Art of Smoke-Infused Ceramics
Black firing, also known as reduction firing, is a traditional pottery technique that dates back thousands of years and is…
The Science of Clay Bodies, Choosing the Right Blend for Functional and Artistic Ceramics
Behind every beautiful ceramic piece lies a carefully chosen clay body—a tailored blend of materials that determines everything from texture…
Why Porcelain Is Still the Gold Standard in Fine Ceramics
Porcelain has long been synonymous with elegance and durability, but few realize just how scientifically sophisticated this material truly is….
The Legacy of Bernard Leach, The Father of British Studio Pottery
Bernard Leach is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of pottery, particularly in the…
Raku Pottery: Embracing Imperfection Through Fire
Originating in 16th-century Japan, Raku pottery is a distinctive ceramic art form deeply rooted in the Zen philosophy of wabi-sabi,…