Art by Northwest

Art by Northwest

Art by Northwest explores the connections between artists and their local environment, capturing the essence of how the diverse landscapes of the Northwest shape their artistic expressions.​ Each episode provides an intimate portrait of the creative process, as the artists reveal the meanings and motivations behind their work. Hosted by longtime Seattle arts journalist Brangien Davis, who illuminates the vibrant culture of the region.

A tribute to Reid Ozaki’s nature-inspired ceramics

In a last interview, the late potter shares the creative process behind his exquisite work, inspired by the landscapes of Hawaii and the Northwest.

Brangien Davis visits the studio of ceramic artist Reid Ozaki, a Tacoma-based potter known for his exquisite, nature-inspired creations. In this episode, filmed just before he passed away, Ozaki shares the techniques and philosophies that guided his creative process, transforming raw clay into elegant, artful pieces that reflected influences from his childhood in Hawaii as well as his Northwest surroundings. Ozaki’s dedication to craftsmanship was clear, from his selection of materials to the firing process to the final glazing. Brangien unpacks the ways in which Ozaki’s relationship with the land and nature molded the expression of his work, reflecting the beauty in simplicity and the harmony of organic forms.

See the full article written by Brangien Davis.