"I have always wanted to control clay. Yet the more I tried, the harder it became to handle.

One day, however, I felt as if the clay itself was watching me as I worked.

Since then, whenever I create, I begin by asking the clay what it wants to become

and in return, the clay asks me what I want to make."

Hyangjong Oh is a South Korean ceramic artist whose profound mastery of clay has been cultivated over more than 40 years.

Recognized as one of the world’s foremost Onggi masters, Oh seamlessly blends traditional Korean ceramic techniques with contemporary explorations that often extend beyond form to include installation and performance. His practice is rooted in a meditative approach, whether shaping traditional moon jars or designing large-scale works.

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Today, at his studio on Jeju Island, Oh is dedicated to sharing the beauty of Korean pottery especially the art of Onggi with students from around the world.