Wendy Ma

Double Wine and Cheese

2024 250 mm x 130 mm Clay, Glaze, Urushi, Gold Metal Powder

With this series of conjoined everyday objects I wanted to challenge the idea of ceramics being primarily functional and utilitarian. Between the oscillating chaos and banality of life, we often find ourselves on autopilot so I wanted to create these objects to question the mundane. Whether in quiet serenity, or with a friend, I hope these ceramics are a way of hitting the brakes, if only for a moment, allowing focus, observation and experience without any preconceived notions. These are creations to be experienced rather than to be used. Wendy Ma, also known as Kaomoji Ceramics, is driven by a passion for evoking joy and warmth through her ceramic creations, recognising their ability to transform both living spaces and daily rituals. She is known for her vibrant contemporary homewares that often push the boundaries of conventional design, challenging users to embrace new perspectives. With a background in design and fashion, Wendy has been exploring the endless possibilities of clay since 2015. Kaomoji is borrowed from the Japanese art of using symbols to convey emotion. She creates under this moniker as her work evolves with her mood and creative process.