Shiro Tsujimura is a prominent ceramic artist whose practice defies many of the conventional modes of expression in his genre. A a self-taught artist, Tsujimura creates ceramics that emphasizes his sense of freedom, playfulness, and self-confidence that is spiritual and unique. Although he is self-taught, his work relies on historic techniques and tradition stretching through Japanese and Korean ceramic history. Often, his work touches on the passing of time and the art of imperfection.
While Tsujimura is recognized as a master of pottery, he started his artistic career as an oil painter. Eventually becoming disillusioned with painting, he was inspired by a classic Ido tea bowl from the Folk Museum in Japan and embarked on his life’s journey of ceramic arts. He has a tremendous range of both glazes and forms as he creates powerful, functional vessels that are dramatic and unique. Instead of a controlled firing process, he delights in the unexpected as he incorporates change into his process through the firing process. Tsujimura’s renowned sense of play, creativity, and craftsmanship has earned him international recognition. He is work is celebrated for its connection tradition and a dramatic, creative style.