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Shoji Hamada, along with Bernard Leach, was one of the key figures in the development of studio pottery in the 20th century. His influence both in England and the US as well as in his native Japan cannot be underestimated. The Japanese government designated him a Living National Treasure" in 1955 and awarded him the Order of Culture in 1968. This book has been totally redesigned with colour photographs and a new chapter."
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book describes the authors visit to Hamada in Japan, and explains the cycle of making that Hamada used, from clay preparation, to making, glazing and firing, and beyond. Just in terms of the process of making pots, it is a great description of what happens. It gives an insight in to Hamadas pots too and where they came from and the man himself.
But in fact, the book provides more than that. You can get see the workings of clay from a more fundamental perspective. I found myself thinking about what I do and how it isn't all that different. Which seems a bit grand, but then Hamada's methods and techniques were often simple, well thought out and in tune with his surroundings and beliefs, and perhaps that's why I found the book so inspirational (I'm having a night of reviewing books that have inspired me!) Once again, this is a book that I keep going back to and re-reading.
But in fact, the book provides more than that. You can get see the workings of clay from a more fundamental perspective. I found myself thinking about what I do and how it isn't all that different. Which seems a bit grand, but then Hamada's methods and techniques were often simple, well thought out and in tune with his surroundings and beliefs, and perhaps that's why I found the book so inspirational (I'm having a night of reviewing books that have inspired me!) Once again, this is a book that I keep going back to and re-reading.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Intelligently written by someone who knew him well & describes his way of life & aesthetics clearly
& inspiringly.Techniques are described in detail.
& inspiringly.Techniques are described in detail.
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3 reviews
A Good Attempt
1 Feb 2010
Format:Hardcover
This is a good attempt by an author that didn't know Hamada well. It pales in comparison with Hamada Potter by Bernard Leach.
Poetry of Craftsmanship
26 May 2009
Format:Hardcover
I have only thrown one clay bowl on a potter's wheel in my life, but I refer back to this book every few months or so to remind myself of the sheer poetry of discipline and craftsmanship.
0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Worth the Wait
26 Mar 2009
Format:Hardcover
I ordered Shoji Hamada from Amazon but it came via the UK. It took over a month to arrive but I am very pleased with the book. It is a reissue from 1975 and I am pleased with the binding and care of the book's construction and the content. I have already used some the the techniques illustrated in the book and enjoy the picture as well. Thanks for offering this book. You have made this potter very happy indeed!
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