The inspiration to work with glass came from its unique material qualities: transparency, luminosity, impermeability. Later, we learned about the rich cultural history of glass, with its ancient techniques and craft traditions. A third element of our practice comes from our background in design and our experience living/working in Japan, Europe and the US.
In all of our work, we strive to combine the sensual, artisanal and modern.
Over time, as an object changes its function or context, critical characteristics that remain are its material presence and commodious quality. When an object is able to evoke the spirit of its making, a connection is possible that resonates through history. We are searching for this connection in our work.
Eric Cruze + Tomo Sakai
Exhibitions With Ken Saunders Gallery
ORIGINAL VOICES
Opened 4 | 3 | 2015