Tag: art

  • Exploring Ishikawa, the Land of Kutani Ware Ceramics

    Exploring Ishikawa, the Land of Kutani Ware Ceramics

    I visited Ishikawa to see how kutaniyaki is made for one of my videos. It was quite a long journey to get there, so I did some exploring whilst I was there too! Here are some of the interesting things you can find in the area: https://voyapon.com/ishikawa-kutani-ware-ceramics/

  • Interview With Calligraphy Master Koshu

    Interview With Calligraphy Master Koshu

    I interviewed shodo (Japanese calligraphy) master, Koshu, about her journey that resulted in teaching the art in the UK. Koshu has been my calligraphy teacher for 10 years now, and I was moved by how much deeper her story went than I could have imagined. Read the article here:https://www.tokyoweekender.com/2022/03/koshu-calligraphy-master/

  • Getting Serious with Shodo: Learning Japanese Calligraphy

    Getting Serious with Shodo: Learning Japanese Calligraphy

    Having studied the art of Shodo (Japanese Calligraphy) since 2013, I put together a guide for beginners thinking of getting certified or wanting to do more with the art. Read the article here:https://blog.gaijinpot.com/getting-serious-with-shodo-learning-japanese-calligraphy/