土屋誠一（つちや せいいち）
静岡県島田市金谷在住の石彫作家。
日本でも数少ない「完全手彫り」の技法を継承し、ノミとセットウだけで石のお地蔵さんを彫る。さらに、海で拾った流木や石を活かし、自然の造形に少しだけ手を加えた作品も手がける。
個展を中心に活動し、国内外での出展経験も持つ。作品は、祈りや癒しのシンボルとして親しまれ、特に女性や若い人、海外の人々にも支持されている。
現在、マイクロリューターを使った石ころ彫刻にも挑戦中。
主な特徴
• 手彫りの技術：ノミとセットウを駆使し、温かみのあるお地蔵さんを制作
• 自然との調和：流木や石を用い、素材の美しさを活かした作品づくり
• 国際的な視野：海外での展示経験があり、日本の職人技を世界に発信
作品には、日本の伝統と現代の感性が融合し、唯一無二の魅力があります。
Seiichi Tsuchiya is a stone sculptor residing in Kanaya, Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture.
He is one of the few in Japan who preserves the technique of "completely hand-carved" sculptures, carving stone Jizo statues solely with chisels and setou (a traditional carving tool). Additionally, he creates works that incorporate natural shapes by utilizing driftwood and stones collected from the sea, adding subtle touches to the natural forms.
He primarily exhibits his work through solo exhibitions and has also participated in shows both domestically and internationally. His pieces are cherished as symbols of prayer and healing, and they are especially popular among women, young people, and audiences overseas.
Currently, he is also experimenting with micro rotary tools to create stone pebble sculptures.
Main features:
Hand-carving technique: Using chisels and setou to craft warm, handcrafted Jizo statues.
Harmony with nature: Incorporating driftwood and stones to highlight the natural beauty of materials.
International perspective: Having exhibited abroad, he promotes Japanese craftsmanship to the world.
His works blend traditional Japanese techniques with modern sensibilities, resulting in unique and captivating pieces.
