Today at Heath Ceramics an exhibition and sale of Japanese master potter Akio Nukaga's most recent hand-thrown pots and vessels is scheduled to open. The artist was headed to the opening when the devastating 8.9 magnitude earthquake and tsunami hit Japan this week. He is reportedly en route to Los Angeles from Kasama. more ›

Last December LAist got a sneak peek into Heath LA. The new flagship store planned to bring the ceramic artsits from around the world. This weekend they are following through on that promise by showing the work of Akio Nukaga. more ›