Laura Pearson Meet the Maker Short Interview
“ I am a Scottish ceramic artist based in Shonan Kamakura. As a way to more deeply connect with my natural and cultural environment I began to learn about Japanese antique ceramics and also the process of making pottery myself. Coming from a fashion and textile background I have always been obsessed with texture and surface pattern. Making clothing patterns also relates to the 3D nature of making forms in clay. I am currently drawn to making organic forms and using hand moulding techniques. Current inspirations are Momoyama period pottery such as Oribe and Raku yaki Chawans created using the tebineri technique. I try to offer my own perspective through my work whilst blending Japanese and British influences. The aim...