My name is Sumiko Braithwaite. I have had a love affair with all art forms since I was a teenager. I was born in Kumamoto, Japan, amd began studying fine arts while still in High School.
I traveled to Italy in 1958 and studied under local artists there. I was married while in Naples and put my artistic endeavors on hold while I raised my family.
Besides my four years in Italy, I lived in Washington, D.C., Honolulu, HI and finally settled in San Diego, CA.
I became serious with art as a student at Miramar College where I received an AA degree in Fine Art. I attended a class in clay at Mesa College and found my calling. At Mesa I studied ceramics, sculpting and glaze technology under Dr. John Conrad. Dr. Conrad is a world famous author and a Master Potter.
I create unique "Double Wall" pottery in a style that is definitely all my own. You can see examples at http://www.doublewallpottery.mysite.com or go to http://vasefinder.com and check the international shows.
Examples of my work can be found in many private collections worldwide.
I am a member of Clay Artists of San Diego, Shelter Island Art Association, Coronado Art Association and San Diego Museum of Art, Artist Guild.
I have opened a second store at:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/patterns4u
Please feel free to contact me at ceramicsbysumiko [!at] yahoo.com
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Teresa on Jun 26, 2026
5 out of 5 starsThe absolute best markers for my veg garden, expertly made and shipped quickly. Many thanks!
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Kelly on Jun 22, 2026
5 out of 5 starsSumiko is unbelievably thoughtful - I just received two precious heart shaped dishes for my friend’s engagements and also noticed a special extra surprise inside the package. So kind, so generous and so appreciated. I will be coming back to this ceramist!
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Kim on Jun 18, 2026
5 out of 5 starsPerfectly splendid little heart dish - so cute and beautifully crafted😊 Quick shipping and secure packaging and the seller gifted a little ceramic heart with my initial on it🥹 Highly recommend🫶🏼
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Katie on Jun 1, 2026
5 out of 5 starsThese look exactly as pictured and shipped so fast with great communication from the seller! My mom is going to love these as a gift. Thank you!
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Susan on Apr 22, 2026
5 out of 5 starsThese are absolutely lovely! I just love them! What a surprise to receive a beautiful heart ornament, as well. Thank you so much.
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Gretchen on Mar 31, 2026
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful, quick shipping and love the extra heart girl]ft with my initial! Thank you so much!
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Steve on Jul 30, 2026
5 out of 5 starsReally nicely designed spoon rests and the color is great. The blue green is lovely and the golden edges really set it off. Note: It's not very deep so don't expect to use it to hold much liquid or items (e.g. pills), but it works great as a spoon rest.
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My sculpture took second place at the San Diego County Fair Fine Art Show.
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