Satoko Barash
"Clay and Thread"
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Satoko Barash in her kiln.
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February 12 - March 31, 2026 First Friday Reception: March 6th , 5 - 8 pm Please join us, and meet Satoko! |
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Hand built pottery meets Japanese Sashiko Our beloved former gallery member, Satoko Barash is featured through March with a wonderful new series of hand built pottery and stitched textiles. She has landed on her feet after transitioning from years of thrown functional ceramics (that lead to chronic neck pain and arthritic thumbs) to her inventive new style based in Japanese traditions.
Sashiko is a Japanese folk craft originating among people with scarce resources requiring them to darn clothes and make the precious cloth last, and originated in northern Japan. When fibers were hand spun and hand woven, old fabrics were valuable, thus were remade into everyday work clothes once they became threadbare and unpresentable. The layering and stitching made cloth stronger and gave worn-out textiles a new life not only by repairing them, but also by creating an attractive design as a part of the endeavor. "As so much of my identity has been tied to creating soda fired pottery for the last 20 years, seeking another means of creative expression seemed daunting. Luckily, I have many relatives in Japan who are engaged in artistic pursuits. My Aunt Yoshie gave me a quick lesson in Sashiko. She then gifted me with many vintage cotton Yukata materials. She had purchased these at flea markets, then painstakingly took them apart and cleaned them. Once my aunt helped me through a new door to the world of Sashiko, I couldn’t stop. Sewing was never my forte, and I never expected to become so attracted to a craft involving stitching. But I’ve learned about the history and been mesmerized by the variety of patterns and their meanings. I feel deep gratitude towards Northcoast Artists Gallery and its patrons for their kind support and encouragement in helping me find my new ground." ~ Satoko Barash |
Guest Member Opportunity
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Northcoast Artists is currently looking for qualified artists to apply for guest memberships. Becoming a guest member is required before applying for a full membership. This allows the prospective artist to see what it's like to work in a cooperative gallery before making a decision on whether or not to apply for full membership. Download an Application. |
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Our members would like to thank everyone for their continued support. We hope you'll stop by and see our wonderful art and fine craft. Sincerely, Everyone at Northcoast Artists Gallery |
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