Kim Hono 金憲鎬 b. 1958

In his artistic odyssey, Kim Hono has crafted enchanting ceramic objects that yield a compelling formula of joy, humor, abstraction and play. He treats clay as a canvas for the play of his brush: surface treatments encompass rugged monochromatic finishes, multicolored abstract designs, whimsical line drawings, and motifs from the natural world.

Kim's creations, ranging from geometric to occasionally biomorphic and decorative pieces, exude complex sensitivity and profound expression, offering a window into his remarkable professional journey as both a contemporary studio potter and artist. His practice is a model for empathetic design full of joy. The digital catalog features a new essay by Rhiannon Paget, curator of Asian Art at the John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

It is a pleasure to present this exhibition, which we have put together with a special purpose: to bring beauty and tranquility and the excitement of artful expression to you...