Yusuke Yamamoto www.scottish-gallery.co.uk/yusukeyamamoto Yusuke Yamamoto was born in Kanagawa, Japan in 1979. He trained in silversmithing at the renowned Musashino Art University, Tokyo. In 2011 Yusuke met Anna Gordon (currently the Head of the Silversmithing and Jewellery at Glasgow School of Art) who immediately invited him to take up an academic research position at GSA in 2012. “In 2011 I visited Musashino Art University in Tokyo which has a world class reputation for metalwork, headed by Professor Hiroshi Suzuki. Musashino has established a strong academic relationship with Glasgow School of Art and during this visit I was introduced to Yusuke Yamamoto and his work. His specialist knowledge in silversmithing and chasing has been particularly valuable both technically and culturally and he has been a great asset to GSA during his residency.” Yusuke shapes metal by hammer raising and chasing techniques and draws inspiration from the natural world. In each stroke of the hammer he tries to evoke an expression, atmosphere and emotion. The Scottish Gallery first showcased Yusuke’s remarkable work in 2011 and we are delighted to host his first solo show in the United Kingdom with works made in Scotland.
Frosty Alley Vessel, 2013, hammer-raised and chased fine silver, 17.3 x 7.5 cms
Frost Flake small cups, 2013, hammer-raised and chased fine silver, 7 x 6.5 cms
Frosty Lake Vessel, 2013, hammer-raised and chased fine silver, 11.5 x 11 cms
The Scottish Gallery November Exhibitions 6-30 November 2013 Private View Tuesday 5th November 6.30 - 8.30pm
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Akiko Hirai, Matt Kohiki Dobin Teapot, 2013, 23 h x 12 diameter cms