{"title":"atsuko yoshimura","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAtsuko Yoshimura is a Vancouver-based ceramic artist working with clay. Born in Japan and immigrating to Canada, she studied ceramics in both countries and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Emily Carr University of Art and Design in 2006. Her work blends Japanese tradition with inspiration from Canada’s West Coast, and she creates from her home studio in Vancouver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"small-altered-rim-bowl","title":"Altered Rim Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\"\u003esmall : 15 cm diameter,    6-7 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\"\u003emedium : 20 cm diameter, 8-9 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\"\u003elarge: 30 cm diameter, 10-11 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\"\u003eclear glazed porcelain \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Petal Bowl offers a subtle, elegant aesthetic in a compact, functional bowl. This bowl is crafted from translucent porcelain and finished with a clear glaze that enhances its delicate appearance while maintaining a reliable form. The rim is thoughtfully cut and altered, mimicking the gentle curves of a petal in a sophisticated manner. A versatile piece, it complements any setting with its clean lines and unassuming beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAtsuko Yoshimura grew up in Japan and immigrated to Canada in 1996. She studied ceramics extensively in Japan and Canada. Upon arrival in Vancouver, she enrolled in the Fine Arts program at Langara College. Then she transferred to Emily Carr University of Art and Design and received a BFA in 2006. On top of her studies, she worked as a glaze technician at a pottery studio and produced ceramic work for galleries and craft shows around Vancouver. In 2008, she took a hiatus from pottery making and focused on raising her children. Once her second son entered elementary school in 2014, she made a fresh start with a new body of work, the porcelain series. In addition to making work out of her studio in Vancouver, she currently works as a pottery studio manager at West End Community Centre in Vancouver BC.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atsuko Yoshimura","offers":[{"title":"small - 15 cm diameter","offer_id":42879209865264,"sku":"1YOSA006","price":50.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"medium - 20 cm diameter","offer_id":42879209898032,"sku":"1YOSA010","price":70.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"large - 30 cm diameter","offer_id":42879209930800,"sku":"1YOSA011","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2805\/2272\/files\/1YOSA007_02-Edit.jpg?v=1774651990"},{"product_id":"berry-bowl-with-saucer-1","title":"Berry Bowl with Saucer","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Lato\" style=\"font-family: Lato;\"\u003e10 x 21 x  23 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003estoneware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/craftcouncilbc.ca\/member\/atsuko-yoshimura\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAtsuko Yoshimura\u003c\/a\u003e grew up in Japan and immigrated to Canada in 1996. She studied ceramics extensively in Japan and Canada. Upon arrival in Vancouver, she enrolled in the Fine Arts program at Langara College. Then she transferred to Emily Carr University of Art and Design and received a BFA in 2006. On top of her studies, she worked as a glaze technician at a pottery studio, and also produced ceramic work for galleries and craft shows around Vancouver. In 2008, she took a hiatus from pottery making and focused on raising her children. Once her second son entered elementary school in 2014, she made a fresh start with a new body of work, porcelain series. In addition to making work out of her studio in Vancouver, she currently works as a pottery studio manager at West End Community Centre in Vancouver BC.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 5px 5px 5px 5px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2805\/2272\/files\/Wheel-throwing_198b9cd2-601b-449a-9b0a-53a86615e318_240x240.jpg?v=1744761147\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Atsuko Yoshimura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40855497211952,"sku":"1YOSA005","price":135.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2805\/2272\/files\/1YOSA005_5.jpg?v=1767201976"},{"product_id":"teapot-w-loop-lip","title":"Teapot with Loop Lid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18.5 x 23 x 14cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eglazed porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis teapot elegantly employs traditional craftsmanship to elevate your tea-drinking experience. Subtle spiral marks decorate the body, a delicate reminder of the artisan’s touch in its creation, and featuring a loop lid that adds personality to this piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/craftcouncilbc.ca\/member\/atsuko-yoshimura\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAtsuko Yoshimura\u003c\/a\u003e grew up in Japan and immigrated to Canada in 1996. She studied ceramics extensively in Japan and Canada. Upon arrival in Vancouver, she enrolled in the Fine Arts program at Langara College. Then she transferred to Emily Carr University of Art and Design and received a BFA in 2006. On top of her studies, she worked as a glaze technician at a pottery studio and produced ceramic work for galleries and craft shows around Vancouver. In 2008, she took a hiatus from pottery making and focused on raising her children. Once her second son entered elementary school in 2014, she made a fresh start with a new body of work, the porcelain series. In addition to making work out of her studio in Vancouver, she currently works as a pottery studio manager at West End Community Centre in Vancouver, BC.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2805\/2272\/files\/Wheel-throwing_240x240.jpg?v=1743636158\" style=\"margin: 5px 5px 5px 5px;float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Atsuko Yoshimura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40855498162224,"sku":"1YOSA048","price":165.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2805\/2272\/files\/1YOSA048_01.jpg?v=1729544133"},{"product_id":"pierced-porcelain-plate","title":"Pierced Porcelain Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e4 x 24 x 24 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eporcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis porcelain plate is an elegant dish for displaying fruits, serving food, or as a coffee table catch-all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/craftcouncilbc.ca\/member\/atsuko-yoshimura\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAtsuko Yoshimura\u003c\/a\u003e grew up in Japan and immigrated to Canada in 1996. She studied ceramics extensively in Japan and Canada. Upon arrival in Vancouver, she enrolled in the Fine Arts program at Langara College. Then she transferred to Emily Carr University of Art and Design and received a BFA in 2006. On top of her studies, she worked as a glaze technician at a pottery studio, and also produced ceramic work for galleries and craft shows around Vancouver. In 2008, she took a hiatus from pottery making and focused on raising her children. Once her second son entered elementary school in 2014, she made a fresh start with a new body of work, porcelain series. 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Made with porcelain, finished with a clear, shiny glaze, and featuring a delicate and minimalistic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare instructions: Hand-wash with warm soapy water. Also dishwasher-safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAtsuko Yoshimura grew up in Japan and immigrated to Canada in 1996. She studied ceramics extensively in Japan and Canada. Upon arrival in Vancouver, she enrolled in the Fine Arts program at Langara College. Then she transferred to Emily Carr University of Art and Design and received a BFA in 2006. On top of her studies, she worked as a glaze technician at a pottery studio, and also produced ceramic work for galleries and craft shows around Vancouver. In 2008, she took a hiatus from pottery making and focused on raising her children. Once her second son entered elementary school in 2014, she made a fresh start with a new body of work, porcelain series. In addition to making work out of her studio in Vancouver, she currently works as a pottery studio manager at West End Community Centre in Vancouver BC.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atsuko Yoshimura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41827664691248,"sku":"1YOSA058","price":230.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/2805\/2272\/files\/20260612-YOSA-33.jpg?v=1783541927"},{"product_id":"porcelain-espresso-cup-and-saucer","title":"Porcelain Espresso Cup and Saucer","description":"\u003cp\u003ecup - 10 x 7 x 6 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esaucer - 15 x 15 x 1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eporcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from porcelain with a food-safe clear glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAtsuko Yoshimura grew up in Japan and immigrated to Canada in 1996. She studied ceramics extensively in Japan and Canada. 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