January 24, 2024

How I started doing ceramics

by
Valeria Rodriguez

In the hustle and bustle of my post-university life as a publicist, little did I know that a lunch break stroll would lead me to change my career path and reshape my journey. It was during one of those moments of respite that I stumbled upon a simple poster that would change everything – a workshop offering drawing on ceramics. The prospect of exploring this new artistic avenue captivated me, drawing me in with the promise of combining my love for drawing and the tactile nature of ceramics.

Primeras piezas - 2019/2020

(2020)

The studio became my sanctuary, a place where I could let my imagination run wild and transform raw clay into intricate forms. These were some of my first pieces and experiments with glazes. I had the opportunity to exchange my marketing knowledge with the ceramic atelier owner in exchange for classes.

The unpredictability of the kiln and the endless possibilities of clay offered a refreshing break from the confines of a 9-7 regular job.

High temperature ceramics intervened with a combination of oxides and glazes (2019).

High temperature ceramics intervened with a combination of engobes and glazes (2019).

In the quest to find my artistic voice, my creative journey has taken unexpected turns, opening new doors of exploration. Each step, a discovery. Each experiment, a revelation.

It's a symphony of influences, experiences, and the constant evolution of self-expression.

What began as a casual escape during lunchtime soon evolved into a full-fledged passion project. Ceramics became the medium through which I could breathe life into my drawings, transforming them into tangible, enduring forms. The unpredictability of the kiln and the limitless possibilities of clay offered a refreshing departure from the structured confines of having a regular job, which I enjoyed but clay feels like home.

Now, as I navigate this dual identity of having a BA on Business and being and artist, I find joy in the symbiotic relationship between these two worlds.

In sharing my journey, I hope to inspire you to explore the unexpected, venture into new artistic realms, and find beauty where diverse passions intersect. Join me in this ongoing exploration from business administration and publicity to the world of creativity and self-discovery.