作為一名漆器工藝家，賴信佑提出了現代漆器工藝的創新方式。他指出，傳統漆器製作過程繁瑣，可能需要二十多道工序，且工藝的核心在於將木材的紋理完全遮掩，使其表面光滑、像塑料般的亮面，讓漆器具備了極佳的防水效果。然而，隨著時代進步，現代消費者的需求發生了變化，早已不再追求過度光滑、如塑膠的外觀。
因此，賴信佑對傳統工序進行簡化，並推出了「本色漆器」系列。這系列強調木材的天然紋理，並且保留了自然觸感和原木質地。在商品銷售策略方面，賴信佑認為，隨著漆器產品體積縮小，售價也應該更加親民，使消費者能在日常生活中輕鬆享受這些藝術作品，並進一步打破過去漆器只限於高價藝術品的界限，讓更多人能夠體驗到傳統工藝魅力。
As a lacquerware artisan, Lai Hsin-Yo has pioneered innovative approaches to modern lacquerware craftsmanship. He highlights the traditional lacquerware production process, which is intricate and often involves more than twenty steps. The key technique in this process is to completely mask the wood’s natural grain, creating a smooth, glossy surface resembling plastic, which also enhances its waterproof properties. However, with changing times, modern consumers no longer seek the overly smooth, plastic-like finish that was once prized.
In response to the change, Hsin-Yo has simplified traditional methods and introduced the "Original Lacquerware" series. This collection focuses on showcasing the wood’s natural grain, preserving its authentic texture. When it comes to pricing and sales strategy, Lai advocates for smaller-sized lacquerware pieces at more accessible prices, allowing consumers to enjoy these artworks in their everyday lives. By doing so, he aims to dismantle the notion that lacquerware is merely a luxury art item, making the timeless appeal of traditional craftsmanship accessible to a broader audience.
賴信佑 Lai Hsin You
「用物見心」是光山行三代傳承的核心信念，展現器物在生產者與使用者之間的深刻連結。自1946年創立以來，光山行便以民藝的視角推廣漆工藝，專注開發實用且貼近日常的漆器用品。透過用心製作的器物，使用者在觸摸與感受中，體會到工藝的溫度與美好，從而珍視每一件作品。
第三代經營者賴信佑在延續傳承的基礎上，提出「回到漆的本質」的理念，將傳統工藝與現代技術結合，以繁複的工序重新詮釋漆器的價值。他打破既有框架，專注於打造融入生活的實用器物，讓漆藝不僅僅是傳統工藝的象徵，更成為現代生活的一部分。光山行透過這樣的傳承與創新，讓美好的漆藝得以在日常中延續與發光。此特色顯見於《本色漆器》系列作品
"Finding the Heart through Objectst" is the core belief passed down through three generations of Kaosan Craft, showcasing the profound connection between the maker and the user of crafted pieces. Since its establishment in 1946, Kaosan Craft has promoted lacquer craftsmanship from a folk-art perspective, focusing on developing practical and everyday lacquerware. Through meticulously crafted pieces, users can feel the warmth and beauty of the craftsmanship, fostering an appreciation for every creation.
On the foundation of this legacy, third-generation successor Lai Hsin-You introduced the philosophy of "Returning to the Essence of Lacquer." By merging traditional techniques with modern technology, he reinterprets the value of lacquerware through intricate processes. Breaking away from conventional frameworks, he focuses on creating functional objects that fit into everyday life, transforming lacquerware from a symbol of traditional craftsmanship into an integral part of modern living. Through this blend of heritage and innovation, Kaosan Craft ensures that the beauty of lacquer artistry continues to shine and flourish in daily life. This unique aesthetic is exemplified in the True Origin series.
