Masako Onodera

Objects exist for decades, centuries or even millennia. Their functions transform over time from utilitarian to symbolic, from direct use by their owners to a ritual, indirect use. Despite their inanimate existence they stipulate a sense of space and time with their tactile and visual sensations. I am attracted to their quiet, flexible but robust presence. Objects are loaded with their stories and functions as well as the trace of hands that have touched them. Engaging craft as process is an important part of my work. Because craft and body beautification methods signify an obsession with ideal beauty, a human fantasy only objects are able to embody. Using primary metal, found objects and paper, I make jewelry and sculptures.