Echo's of Impermanence

Soundtrack: Into My Arms - Nick Cave

"Echo of Impermanence" captures the essence of this ceramic artwork. The title invites reflection on the nature of existence and the cyclical patterns of nature.

The word "Echo" refers to repetition and resonance - visible here in how nature constantly reinvents itself. The rough, weathered surface of the vase reflects the texture of old tree bark or weathered rocks, as an echo of ancient processes.

In this piece, we see impermanence embodied in the ceramic leaf and the stylized branch resting on the vase. They contrast with the robust base, creating tension between the eternal and the transient.

The black-green tones evoke early signs of natural weathering and decay - like a snapshot of the first moss growth on a weathered autumn leaf.

The wabi-sabi philosophy from Japan, which finds beauty in imperfection and impermanence, is evident in the weathered textures and asymmetric composition. The work invites us to see the beauty in the constant state of flux in which nature exists, as a meditation on time and the cycle of life.

In a world focused on perfection, this artwork shows the wisdom in accepting change. It is a silent witness to natural cycles, captured in ceramic contemplation.

2024

Ceramics, glaze, magnanese dioxide, copper carbonate, wood ash, gold luster

Size: H:29cm, D: 26cm