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This playful hand-blown glass jar is paired with a beautifully crafted wood top. The natural color of the wood is preserved with a clear finish. Taka crafts his pieces with attention not only to form but also to how the piece will feel in...

This year Akio set out to create new expressions through the beauty of imperfection. Drawing inspiration from Kakuzo Okakura. Akio says. "Okakura notes that imperfect objects invite us to use our imaginations—to 'complete' them in our mind's eye. His ideas inspired me to think...

The surface of this vase is stamped to create the unique basket-like texture. After bisque firing Akio decorated the surface with a palette of earthy beige and brown slips. He then glazes the pieces with translucent matte glaze. Beautiful to see and incredible to...

Ayano Shioya draws on her background as an architect to create these intricate ceramic sculptures for her first US show exclusively for Heath. Each piece is inspired by her favorite hiding spots—or Secret Bases—from her childhood. As she makes each piece she imagines the...

Akio Nukaga's work explores the possibilities of how he leaves a trace of himself in clay. This piece features his signature “Pleated Work” technique of carving grooves into the wet clay after it is thrown on the wheel. The form—inspired by traditional kokeshi dolls—is...

For Akio Nukaga throwing on the wheel is a technique close to his heart. one that he can always rely on. Each piece in this collection is an exploration in stacking architectural forms including spheres. cylinders. and cones in hopes of pushing expectations of...

This large footed bowl would be a dramatic addition to any collection. The rim is ringed in bright yellow slip and the surface with indigo slip creating a rustic mottled surface. The outside is also carved with parallel lines from the rim down to...

Beautifully crafted organic shapes come together to create playful and unique displays. Each one of Hideki Takayama's (Taka) pieces are sculptural yet never drift too far from their functional nature. Taka crafts his pieces with attention not only to form but also to how...

This year Akio set out to create new expressions through the beauty of imperfection. Drawing inspiration from Kakuzo Okakura. Akio says. "Okakura notes that imperfect objects invite us to use our imaginations—to 'complete' them in our mind's eye. His ideas inspired me to think...

Functional and beautiful. this ceramic carafe takes an everyday form and elevates it with hand carved pleats and rustic surface. It comes complete with a matching ceramic cup which can sit neatly on top of the carafe. Acclaimed Japanese potter Akio Nukaga crafts one-of-a-kind...

Beautifully figured wood is sculpted into dynamic undulating shapes with exquisite craftsmanship. Each one of Hideki Takayama's (Taka) pieces are sculptural yet never drift too far from their functional nature. Taka crafts his pieces with attention not only to form but also to how...

This year Akio set out to create new expressions through the beauty of imperfection. Drawing inspiration from Kakuzo Okakura. Akio says. "Okakura notes that imperfect objects invite us to use our imaginations—to 'complete' them in our mind's eye. His ideas inspired me to think...

The rim of this beautifully simple bowl is delicately lined with black slip. The body is carved with lines accentuating the form and features a foot also decorated with black slip. The shinogi—a traditional Japanese decorative technique—are carved carefully by hand into the surface...

Akio Nukaga's work explores the possibilities of how he leaves a trace of himself in clay. This piece features his signature “Pleated Work” technique of carving grooves into the wet clay after it is thrown on the wheel. The form—inspired by traditional kokeshi dolls—is...

The small bowl is decorated in a bold black slip. The dramatic darkness is contrasted by the rim and foot which are decorated with white slip. After bisque firing Akio applies colored slips and then glazes the pieces with translucent matte glaze. Beautiful to...

This rim of this small bowl is highlighted with a bright yellow slip. The surface is carved with parallel lines running down the sides of the bowl. The combination of indigo and black slips create a mottled and rustic surface. After bisque firing Akio...

This year Akio set out to create new expressions through the beauty of imperfection. Drawing inspiration from Kakuzo Okakura. Akio says. "Okakura notes that imperfect objects invite us to use our imaginations—to 'complete' them in our mind's eye. His ideas inspired me to think...

This large mug. while being practical. still features the hallmarks of Akio's skilled craftmanship. The rim is lined with black slim and lines are carved down the length of the body of the mug. The shinogi—a traditional Japanese decorative technique—are carved carefully by hand...

Akio Nukaga's work explores the possibilities of how he leaves a trace of himself in clay. This piece features his signature “Pleated Work” technique of carving grooves into the wet clay after it is thrown on the wheel. The form—inspired by ancient earthenware—is accentuated...

For Akio Nukaga throwing on the wheel is a technique close to his heart. one that he can always rely on. Each piece in this collection is an exploration in stacking architectural forms including spheres. cylinders. and cones in hopes of pushing expectations of...