The Journal of Australian Ceramics Vol 51 No 3 November 2012
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I figured the main reason I felt like my home had changed was because I had changed. I wanted to<br />
be able to get back to my father's studio in Japan. I cleared out the old garden shed in the backyard and<br />
began setting up a place from which I could work.<br />
I began by researching different pottery wheels available in Australia and couldn't find any that<br />
compared to the quality and precision <strong>of</strong> Shimpo products. Determined to get something <strong>of</strong> similar<br />
standard I spoke with my father and we decided the best option was to import Shimpo pottery wheels<br />
from Japan, as nothing in Australia came close. One thing led to another and we recognised the<br />
potential to set up a small importing business. We then secu red sole distribution rights to the <strong>Australian</strong><br />
market to provide the Shimpo experience to others also looking for quality precision pottery equipment.<br />
This was the beginning.<br />
Everything comes together when I'm throwing - the slightly abrasive feeling <strong>of</strong> clay in my hands, the<br />
distinct earthy smell and the raw feeling <strong>of</strong> creation. <strong>The</strong> absolute silence .. with the Shimpo I am in<br />
Japan again.<br />
To find out more about Shimpo quality precision pottery equipment,<br />
visit our website: www.shimpo.com.au or contact Rohan by email. rohan@shimpo.com.au.<br />
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