large traditional element. Styles are often replicated
through generations and this contrasts sharply with the
marked individuality of much North American pottary.
Secondly, there is a emphasis on functional pottery and
this is carried to a logical conclusion whereby pieces are
not properly evaluated in isolation in their own right.
They are considered bereft without their context, or more
accurately their use. A vase needs its flower arrangement
and the tea bowl its green tea. Without them they are,
according to one master potter, just pieces of stone.

This perspective may help a bit in understanding both
value and beauty in Japanese pottery.

Rita Rowbothanm.

JAPAN POTTERY TOUR - This tour is designed for anyone
interested in a tour to Japan that concentrates on the
history, tradition, design and production of Japanese
pottery, while including the major attractions of a package
tour to Japan. The Japan Pottery Tour is an excellent
opportunity for either the expert or the uninitiated to
study Japanese art in the field - visiting kilns, museums
and studios, talking to potters and curators. National and
lecal museums in Tokyo, Kyoto and Nara, Kyushu and other
spots included in the itinerary display works treasured and
copied around the world for centuries. Tour dates are:-
October 13-28, 1984 and April 27-May 12, 1985. Cost:
$2,995. Single supplement: $463. For more information
contact Skyland Tours Ltd., 1157 Melville Street, Vancouver,
B.C. V6E 2X5. Phone: 669-2521. Telex: O4-54274.

CONGRATULATIONS

Two more Guild Members? Congratulations to popular Cap.
College instructor, Donna McLaren and her husband, Jim
Jarvis, on the arrival of their daughter, Elizabeth, on
August 4th, weighing over 7 lbs. Also to Donna Nabatha
and her husband, Terry, on the arrival of a son, Aaron
Tsamu, on August 3rd, weighing 6 lbs. 8 ozs.

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