Exhibitions

Suzanne’s work can be viewed and purchased at regular exhibits at galleries and department stores. She has previously exhibited at Takashimaya, Mitsukoshi, Isetan, Hankyu and other renowned Japanese department stores.

Talks & Lectures 

Suzanne holds talks and lectures about urushi at institutions and museums around the world.

She very much enjoys sharing her love of urushi with others and has given many lectures about urushi, traditional culture and lifestyle. Establishments where she has spoken include museums, private corporations, and universities, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and the Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation in London.

A lecture followed by a workshop are possible upon request.

Workshops

Urushi workshops

Suzanne regularly holds workshops throughout Japan and the world. They are held in schools, arts institutions and are tailored for adults as well as children. 

Workshops to experience the decorative techniques of maki-e on an urushi panel are available at Suzanne’s studio in Wajima for groups of 2-6 people. For larger groups it is possible to use the local community centre or materials can be brought in to provide workshops at other facilities. A lecture followed by a workshop makes a fun event.

Wajima tours and workshops

For educational purposes Suzanne can offer a limited number of local tours for those interested to know more about Wajima-nuri and the local history. A unique maki-e workshop can also be arranged as part of a tour or by itself. As this is an authentic experience, the workshop requires two hours and on completion you will have your own piece of original Wajima-nuri art to take home with you. All materials are provided but advanced booking is necessary.