{"product_id":"koichi-onozawa-demonstration-throwing-on-wheel-urushi-lacquer-on-ceramics","title":"Koichi Onozawa Demonstration - Throwing on wheel \/ Urushi Lacquer on Ceramics","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModern Japanese Craft 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist Demonstration with Koichi Onozawa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturday 21 November | 10–11:30 am | Public Record, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are delighted to welcome \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKoichi Onozawa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an emerging ceramicist based in Mashiko, Japan, to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland for a special artist demonstration at Public Record.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMashiko is one of Japan’s most renowned ceramic centres, deeply connected to the Mingei folk craft movement and figures such as Shōji Hamada and Bernard Leach. With centuries of ceramic making history, the region continues to evolve through the work of successive generations of makers who are exploring how traditional skills and cultural knowledge can be carried forward into the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs part of this younger generation, Koichi Onozawa, his practice explores the possibilities of form, movement and material through the process of making ceramics how he can sustain and reinterpret these traditions through his own ceramic practice, bringing established techniques into conversation with contemporary approaches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis special gathering accompanies our annual \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModern Japanese Craft 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e exhibition, our final exhibition of the year, featuring a duo presentation of Koichi Onozawa and Junichi Inatomi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough Junichi Inatomi will not be joining us in person, his distinctive ceramic works have been warmly received in Aotearoa through previous presentations at Public Record. His signature white matte slip and sculptural forms, including his latest large-scale pieces, will be presented alongside Koichi’s contrasting matte-black works, creating a compelling dialogue between the two artists’ approaches to form, surface and material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, their works invite us to look closely at the individual gestures of the maker: the subtle qualities of form, the character of texture and the ongoing exploration of each material. Through this exhibition, visitors can experience an extensive body of work and discover new perspectives on contemporary Japanese ceramics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth artists are represented by highly regarded galleries in Japan and have developed dedicated followings, including among international collectors. We are pleased to bring their work together in Auckland, creating an opportunity for our community to engage with these distinctive practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA morning with Koichi Onozawa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Public Record, cultural exchange is central to what we do. We believe that sharing knowledge, skills and creative processes creates opportunities for connections that extend beyond the gallery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis intimate, hands-on demonstration offers a rare opportunity to meet Koichi, learn about his practice and observe some of the techniques behind his distinctive ceramic works. From throwing delicate, thin-walled vessels to manipulating their forms and applying lacquer as a finishing process, Koichi will share insights into the patience, precision and craftsmanship involved in his work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are an experienced ceramicist, a beginner, an artist working in another medium, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of handmade objects, you are warmly welcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us for a relaxed morning of learning, conversation and cultural exchange with an artist visiting from Japan. We hope this gathering will inspire new ideas, encourage creative connections and open doors to our future collaborations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgramme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to Koichi Onozawa, his practice and the history of Mashiko ceramics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to a residency programme in Mashiko planned for next year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDemonstration of throwing thin-walled vessels on the pottery wheel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExploring the shaping and manipulation of leather-hard vessels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn introduction to Koichi’s distinctive Urushi, lacquer finishing process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen conversation and questions with the artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvent details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saturday 21 November 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10 - 11:30 am\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Public Record Gallery, upstairs, 142 Great North Road, Auckland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipation fee:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $25 per person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplimentary drinks and light snacks will be provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited spaces available — *Booking is essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKoichi Onozawa and the Public Record team look forward to welcoming you for this special occasion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koichi Onozawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48516107894982,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/0608\/5716\/files\/83E63229-429B-443A-AA18-83EE62BBE816.jpg?v=1793127136","url":"https:\/\/publicrecord.nz\/products\/koichi-onozawa-demonstration-throwing-on-wheel-urushi-lacquer-on-ceramics","provider":"Public Record ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}