Angelo Sciannella trained as a ceramist in Castelli, Abruzzo, an important and ancient ceramics centre. In 1962, he moved to Oristano, where he skilfully blends the tradition of his land with the local tradition. Also involved in teaching, he creates works characterized by ongoing technical experimentation, where modernity and tradition come together harmoniously, resulting in artistic creations and functional items of the highest craftsmanship. Porcelain, stoneware, but also terra-cotta and earthenware become refined mediums of artistic expression for him.
In her creations, Giuliana Collu combines the passion for clay and for her homeland, Sardinia, of which, through her works, she describes the history and beauty, by drawing inspiration from archaic symbols, the sea’s colors and the textures of soil and landscapes. Entirely molded by hand by using clays in different shades of colors and […]
Selargius (CA)
Decorative ArtsThe story of Artefice Atelier begins with owner Gloria di Modica’s research in painting, sculpture and design. An exploration that has brought her major international recognition and awards. Today, under her direction, several artists in the atelier produce artefacts in the form of ceramics, graphics, engraving and sculpture, designed to decorate contemporary homes. Inspiration translates […]
Ragusa
Decorative ArtsFor over thirty years, Ceramiche Pierluca has embodied the very best of the celebrated tradition of Albissola Marina, which has long been a place of creativity and passion for art and love of beauty. Founded in 1989, Ceramiche Pierluca has retained its strong ties with and respect for this tradition, combining this with its own […]
Albissola Marina (SV)
Decorative ArtsAn artisan by passion and vocation, since 1992 Lucia Volentieri has been creating unique designer decor objects that are genuine small-scale sculptures. Expertise and understanding of moulding techniques (sheet, wheel, casting, coiling), but also firing and glazing; a love of the material, imagination and ceaseless research guide her hands as she creates objects in ceramic, […]
Castellina in Chianti (SI)