Ash Ember Flame, A Japanese Kiln in Oxford

In October and November 2021, two special firings were held at the smallest of Oxford Anagama’s wood kilns as part of a collaboration with The Oxford Research Centre in the Humanities (TORCH). The results from these firings are being gathered together this month as part of ‘Ash Ember Flame’, an exhibition opening at the Japanese Embassy in London on Friday December 10th.

This exhibition brings together work from students, academics, potters and community groups, highlighting the variety of subtle effects that can be achieved through anagama firing. I’m delighted to have a piece of work in the show alongside such a wealth of talent. You can find more details through the link below:

https://www.uk.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/211119kilnExhibition_00001.html

‘The unique conditions of the project, combined with the esoteric nature of anagama kilns, has culminated in the production of work that is as exciting to look at as it is significant, where serendipity and intention have produced works of art that are unrepeatable and beautiful.’