Chawan no michi

Chawan no Michi

(The Way of the Bowl)

"Chawan" means the bowl used in the Japanese tea ceremony.
"Michi" means path, or journey.

Together, these words form a poetic expression that symbolizes much more than the object itself:
it represents a way of living, creating, and serving with presence.

This collection gathers pieces inspired by the aesthetics and philosophy of Chanoyu, where simplicity holds depth, and imperfection reveals beauty.
Each bowl is hand-shaped, slow-fired, finished with natural glazes — and carries a Japanese soul.

“Chawan no Michi” is a path of learning, respect, and practice.
An invitation to pause and contemplate — in art and in life.

By admin, 17 May, 2025
Renata Catena

Renata Catena at the 55th Koguei Bunkyo Art Exhibition

My work began at a moment when I was seeking silence — and I found it in clay.

I'm Renata Catena, and I'm still at the beginning of my path as a ceramicist. I’ve been learning slowly, with my hands and with time — through attempts, mistakes, and the small joys that come along the way. I come from a fast-paced life — I run a business, I’m involved in social projects — but it was through ceramics that I found a different space. A quieter rhythm, more grounded. A pace that invites presence.

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