Happy new year 2022!

(The 8th The Japan Fine Arts Exhibition in Kyoto)

I turned 50 years old at the end of last year ♪

However I'm still in the middle of my way.

"I can do more, and more"

I really feel it.

I encountered Ceramic Art 11 years ago at the ceramic class in Taipei,

and I didn't have so much academic background and any career for art.

I have nothing to be worried for losing something from my art life.

I appreciate all the support I received from family, my mentors, and friends.

I would like to give back to everyone in future.

With best new year's wishes for you all,

Mariko Okubo