Akiko Hirai: 'Mark of the Pot' | DOCUMENTARY about Japanese potter | GOLDMARK

Vanity Fair hails her as a "Ceramicist Extraordinaire," and in this captivating feature documentary, we delve into the remarkable life and work of Akiko Hirai, one of the world's leading potters. Filmed at her London studio, the documentary provides an intimate look at the artistic process of this extraordinary talent. For more visit: www.goldmarkart.com/
With accolades from The New York Times and The Guardian, Akiko's work evokes a visceral reaction, each piece carrying marks and traces of past events, described by her as both "dirty" and "broken." Her unique approach to ceramics mirrors her own life journey, marked by challenges, changes, and a courageous pursuit of passion.
The film captures Akiko's reflections on her unconventional path to becoming a renowned ceramicist. Leaving a regular job in Japan in her mid-20s, she arrived in a foreign country with little language proficiency or financial stability. Undeterred, she volunteered at a homeless hostel for eight months before embarking on a complete career shift to ceramics at nearly 30 years old.
In her own words, "My pots display a lot of marks and traces of past events. To describe them in a conventional and very simplified way, they are 'dirty' and 'broken'." Akiko's life story, much like her art, is a narrative of overcoming obstacles, embracing the unconventional, and finding beauty in imperfection.
Goldmark Films, the four-time Royal Television Society Award-nominated independent filmmaking arm of the esteemed Goldmark Gallery, presents this feature documentary. With over 20 years of experience, Goldmark Films has produced 24 feature-length documentaries and more than 100 shorts, earning a global reputation for intimate and revealing interviews with leading artists, ceramicists, writers, and critics.
"Akiko Hirai: Mark of the Pot" is a testament to the power of resilience, creativity, and the profound connection between an artist's life and their craft. Join us on a visual odyssey into the world of Akiko Hirai, where every mark tells a story, and every obstacle becomes a beautiful part of the journey.
A family business, Goldmark have been selling art from our Gallery in Uppingham, UK for more than 50 years and hold over 50,000 items in stock. Explore a wide range of art, ceramics, sculpture, books, and DVDs all available to you through our website www.goldmarkart.com
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[@floriangadsby]

What a gorgeous film about such an astounding maker. Thanks for putting this together!

[@coraajbouni2411]

Completely blown away by this inspiring woman and her astonishing work. I applaud you.

[@chickadddee]

Wow. I have never seen such original interpretations of the moon jar. These look like eggs! It feels like birth, transformation and a celebration of living. To think she was destined to do this (I think so), and she found it by accident. By refusing to be unhappy, and then by a happy accident. I wish her every happiness. Her work is very moving and very unique. 💪🏼 💕

[@Goldmarkart]

We're glad you enjoyed the film

[@charleyb2227]

She is a wonderful potter, the way she puts trauma and life’s obstacles in these works is something else. This makes her work stand out!

[@karendedrickson4243]

Amazing creations with our earth, her hands and heart

[@kevinthompson3055]

You are truly an inspiration- and so is the Goldmark Gallery. Thanks so much.

[@Goldmarkart]

You are so welcome!

[@gigis.garden]

Such a wonderful film. So inspiring. Thankyou

[@agatatomaselli]

What a beautiful film... she's an amazing potter, an inspiration.

[@solena1351]

So beautiful and s9 inspiring. Thank you for sharing your life so openly.

[@Goldmarkart]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nancye7520]

Thank you-outstanding job. ❤

[@gettyllc]

. . . that intro is phenomenal!

[@chloeuntrau4588]

and her pots are as well!

[@dritch2472]

Just fabulous.

[@zlatahume3134]

Impressed by Akiko and her work. Good luck 😊

[@wernerbaldauf6873]

beatiful! deepest respect!

[@solena1351]

Sending my Aloha from Maui! Very inspiring!

[@sjain8111]

growing up with view of Mt Fuji 🌊🗻

[@davidmolloy1317]

Excellent throwing demonstrations in this clay artist

[@davidmolloy1317]

Profile with nice chat...great view for beginning, intermediate, and advanced clay artists...

[@christinetempleton7657]

Thank you. So interesting to see and hear the artist's life journey and inspirations.

[@maluserra107]

Beautiful ❤

[@carolynmullet1726]

Fabulous!

[@templeofbalance]

Inspiring :)

[@marianmoise4809]

Bravo

[@JWoodf]

Beautiful inspiring work! 🙏🏻💐❤️

[@Goldmarkart]

Agreed!

[@chrisb3275]

nice

[@Goldmarkart]

Very nice