Potter Skye Yonamine Finds Beauty in the Perfectly Imperfect
Meet Skye Yonamine of Earth & Skye Ceramics whose art balances striving for perfection while embracing disruption.
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Hometown: I was born and raised in Pearl City. I graduated from Kamehameha Schools, which is where my passion for pottery started under the instruction of Donald Harvey, Carl F.K. Pao and Reid Shigezawa.
Currently Resides: Los Angeles
Aesthetic: I am a bit of a perfectionist, which is a daring thing to say in the world of pottery. So, I will say my aesthetic attempts to achieve perfection but embraces the inevitable imperfection.
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Natural Evolution: I strive for the harmony between a simple form and some additional element to either enhance or disrupt that flow. I rarely go into my projects with a “plan” per se. I have a general idea in my head, but the execution and process are determined as the project goes on—each vessel dictates its own path and overall look.
Inspirations: Being in a community studio plays a big part. I’m surrounded by an abundance of unique creative perspectives on a daily basis. Collaborating with other artists—each with their own stories, techniques and past experiences to share—or even a simple exchange of words can influence my artistic personality.
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