About

Toshiko Takaezu (1922-2011) was a titan of 20th century ceramic art. A prolific maker, she excelled in ceramics, textiles, & painting. For over 30 years, Toshiko made her home and creative space in New Jersey in the bucolic rural hamlet of Quakertown. The big vegetable garden, comfortable house, basement studio and the big kiln made for a peaceful and productive existence while teaching at Princeton University.

Our Mission

Toshiko’s wish was to have the place continue as a studio and a resource for her students and apprentices to work. Although we have no possibility of emulating the stimulation, energy, inspiration and discipline which she generated, in keepng with this directive, we are pleased to offer a variety of programs for ceramists. We hope to broaden these opportunities to fiber artists, painters, & writers in the near future with our nascent residency program.

In addition to on-site residencies, we offer workshops for the public to continue the educational spirit of the place. During Toshiko’s lifetime that spirit was constantly in evidence, whether through the biennial raku firings for the Princeton ceramics class, the impromptu workshops by neighboring or visiting friends, or her lively encouragement of experimentation of all sorts.

The Quakertown Studio Project is a 501 (3) C tax exempt corporation.

Please also visit

The Toshiko Takaezu Foundation which supports exhibitions, publications, media projects and long-term planning to preserve the legacy of our mentor, master and friend: the incomparable artist, Toshiko Takaezu.