Shoji Hamada Video- Gillian Aho

His art is found all over the world including the multiple prestigious art institutions in the United States

Shoji Hamada, arguably one of greatest potters of the 20th century, had a very interesting way of life. His relationship with his artistry was depicted very clearly in the video. He utilized many different tools and introduced many different techniques to the world of pottery. His art form developed throughout his lifetime and he was a very successful potter. His art is still on display around the world today.  He would draw obsessively and sketch every piece of art he ever created. I enjoyed watching the kiln scenes because these old fashioned kilns are very different from the one we have in the classroom. The "turbulent fire" as they called it was roaring and pottery seemed much more dangerous them. Shoji created masterpieces in these amazing machines and revolutionized the pottery world.