Tanaka Tomomi
Blended, 2022
Material: ceramic
Tanaka Tomomi’s “Blended” series is a meditation on the creation of new form by combing two independent forms and exploring their subsequent physical and philosophical interactions and relationships.
“Two rugby ball shapes are made and cut off a part of each shape and combined. Then, I covered the newly created shape with layers of thinly stretched clay. By creating in this way, I sometimes get forms that I could not have imagined only in my mind. As I connect the forms at different angles and in different directions, I find a form that I intuitively like. It is fun to go through trial and error while exploring various possibilities.”
Tanaka Tomomi specializes in a intricate sculptures, crafted with meticulous layers of clay lamellas affixed to a hand-built clay core. This technique evolved from a spontaneous moment of inspiration when Tomomi found herself captivated by a piece of flattened clay. During the early stages of her development, Tomomi described feeling an almost frantic need to express her suppressed emotions through the medium of clay. She started by attaching thin, delicate lamellas to simple, spherical cores. Subsequently, form has always been secondary to the process. As Tomomi delved deeper into her craft, she began experimenting with a range of core shapes and lamella sizes. The organic, flowing forms reminiscent of waves, limbs, and waists emerged as she played with pulling and constricting the core forms. Thus, representing a transformational period in Tomomi’s work. Signaling the dawn of more complex, immersive sculptures.
| Dimensions | 12.5 × 7.25 × 8.25 in |
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| Date | 2022 |
| Exhibitions | it may be too personal | Tanaka Tomomi |
| Material | Ceramic |
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