"Polka Dots"
Yoshimi Hosoda

MudFire Gallery announces an invitational exhibit of functional and sculptural works in clay with a focus on the lovable polka dot.

The artist reception and exhibit opening will be held Saturday, April 14, from 5-9 pm. The exhibit and sale will be on display through May 5, 2007.

Yoshimi Hosoda Artist Statement

Pottery has been a part of our lives since ancient times, and brings with it ten thousand years of history. While I find this deep well of tradition both fascinating and inspiring, it can also weigh us down and hold us back.

I feel that pottery design has not evolved with the same speed as our lifestyles and homes. I fear that contemporary pottery risks losing relevancy to a large segment of the population if it does not advance with the fast-moving design trends of our global urban culture.

My work is intended to meet the need for hand-made artisan pottery with innovative modernist designs. I strive for striking forms with refreshingly minimalist decoration, while avoiding the whimsical or cute. My pottery is meant for people who appreciate and celebrate modern living and modern art.

Yoshimi Hosoda Bio

Yoshimi Hosoda is an interior designer who hails originally from Tokyo, Japan. She earned her Interior design degree at the Savannah College of Art and Design in 1995. Since then, she has been an interior designer for corporate and healthcare projects in Atlanta, GA. Interior design is her profession, but pottery is her passion. She has been making pottery since 2001.

Yoshimi Hosoda Resume

Education

January, 1993 - May 1995, Savanna College of Art & Design, B.F.A. in Interior Design

Group Exhibitions

2002, Illusion space, Atlanta, GA

2003, Illusion space, Atlanta, GA

2003, Lineal, six artist show, MudFire, Atlanta, GA

2003-2004, MudFire Holiday Studio Show, Atlanta, GA

2005-2006, MudFire Holiday Studio Show, Decatur, GA