Kim Panki is a famous Korean ceramic artist renowned for his expertise in creating moon jars, a distinctive type of ceramic where the top and bottom parts are crafted separately and later combined. He lives in Icheon, South Korea, a well-known hub for pottery masters. Panki uses a traditional kiln that requires a longer firing time. He carefully divides and bakes several pieces at once, relying on a strict chemical formula to ensure the proper ratio of clay. The beauty of the moon jar lies in its asymmetry, which results from imperfections that occur during the firing process and the artist’s handiwork.