Tag Archives: Japan

Smithsonian oral history interview: Isamu Noguchi

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Jan

Noguchi, Isamu, b. 1904 d. 1988 
Sculptor 
Long Island City, N.Y. An interview of Isamu Noguchi conducted 1973 Nov. 7-1973 Dec. 26, by Paul Cummings, for the Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution. The transcript of this interview is in … Continue reading →

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Bonsai and the art of mud figurines

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Jan

Tiny little figures, some depicting people, some things from nature. Almost like pieces from dioramas. When I first heard the term Japanese mudmen and mudwomen, I thought, “What?” Investigating, I learned they are tiny figurines used with bonsai to emphasize … Continue reading →

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Fundraising effort for Japanese potters expands

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Jan

The Mudflat Studio and the Pucker Gallery, both in Boston, Massachusetts, are fundraising for the Mashiko Potters Fund. This much-needed initiative benefits the potters from Mashiko, Japan, who were so affected by the March 11 earthquake. Donations will be used … Continue reading →

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Urgent Appeal: Japanese potters need your help!

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Jan

Ken Matsuzaki has put out an urgent appeal for help for the Mishiko Pottery in Japan, which was damaged during the earthquake. “In Mashiko, nearly all the Nobori kilns fell down, and Mashiko’s firing is about to go out” Matsuzaki … Continue reading →

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