As a potter it is impossible to not have admired Japanese ceramic art. In this hour of dire need,
we cannot stay idle but instead must give back to this country that has influenced us. Therefore,
I have decided to launch an endeavor themed the Japanese Bowl + Cup Fundraiser.
I would like to ask each of you to make 10 (or more) Japanese bowls or cups. Every piece,
whether bowl or cup, will be sold at the same time for and $20 each. Below are some visual
examples of what they look like from traditional to modern. More examples can be found online.
The requirements are simple:
* Quantity: 10 (or more) bowls or cups
* Material: food-safe clay + glazes
* Hand-made Process: wheel thrown or hand-pinched
* Deadline: Sunday, May 1, 2011
Mari and Chi, with the help of their friends in Japan, are researching and will be in charge of
channeling 100% of the money raised to where it is most needed.
To make this a success event, we need your skills, dedication and imagination. Please
forward this email to other potters and enroll your artist friends in the project. We would
appreciate any help from you, or someone you know, to help secure a location to hold the sale
near a high traffic area. Additionally, your help in promoting our effort and event via email,
Facebook, Twitter, etc. would ensure this grass root effort takes off.
More information will be communicated via our Facebook page as things get finalized including
drop off location(s), sale location(s) and dates. Feel free to contact me with your thoughts and
recommendations.
My email is syapotter@yahoo.com and my mobile number is 213 448 9109.
Also you can contact Mari @ malinaka@updateco.com and her mobile number is 323 807 7989.
日本語でもお返事できます。宜しくお願いいたします。
Thank you and happy potting,
