deep water light chawan oolong_rare the sweetness of fennel seed

the sweetness of fennel seed and an iron-like minerality emerge

and refinement

its dark leaves invite to indulge

at a higher temperature of 120–130°C for 12 hours each

freshly baked bread and a crystalline sweetness

deep water light chawan oolong_rare the sweetness of fennel seedThe glaze unfolds in layered tones of blue, green, and earthy hues reminiscent of sunlight penetrating deep water. Subtle iridescent transitions appear where the glaze thickens, creating reflections that shift with movement and light. Toward the foot, the surface transitions into exposed clay, grounding the piece in its raw material. Inside, the glaze gathers and breaks in fluid, wave like patterns shaped by the kiln. These organic formations evoke