Sharing cup Kyoko Uchida 内田京子

By Kyoko Uchida

Born 1969, Yokkaichi, Mie. Ceramic artist. Currently based in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, she mainly uses the hand-building technique. The hand-building technique involves piling up strings of clay and building up the clay with the sensation of the fingers, which takes longer than with an electric wheel. Uchida's vessels have a rough earthy taste, which is conveyed in many of her works, giving the impression of the warmth of the clay rather than its strength.

About the work
It is molded by hand and then dried.
After that, bake it once in a gas kiln at a high temperature of 1270 degrees, apply a grinding stone, glaze it inside, and bake it again at a high temperature.
Finally, arranging the surface with a whetstone and paper.

Because rough soil is used, stones and glassy things may come out on the surface after firing, which may crack a little or have a chipped expression.

※Points to note when using※
・Please refrain from using it in microwave ovens, dishwashers, ovens, and direct fires as it may cause damage.
・After use, please wash it promptly, rinse it well, and dry it thoroughly before storing it.
・Please refrain from washing it.
・If left in a humid place, it will cause the occurrence of smell and mold.