Aya Oki

Aya Oki

Every day we see glass objects, but when used in art it becomes impressive and full of possibilities. Glass has always responded well to my creativity. Each time I work with glass it is like having an exciting conversation with a good friend and I aim to share that with my audience. This conversation is an important process that gives me a hint to get an idea as only glass can. Therefore, my work talks about the materiality of the glass and its process. My interest in glass comes from its life-like qualities, unique properties and essential materiality. These are the qualities that appeal to me. As a result, my work is organic and I look for the moment when the nature of glass becomes form so I keep exploring the material so that I can capture the essential qualities of the glass. I would like to challenge the materiality of the glass, as I challenge life, as we all challenge life, continuously trying to break our limitations and I aspire to have my art reflect that. This process is an ongoing conversation I relish as I bring to light the creative force I experience through working with the material.