If you’ve ever felt the magic of transforming a lump of clay into something beautiful and useful, you know exactly what drives us. Smalted was born from that same spark: a passion for ceramics, the joy of sharing it, and the need to bring everyone […]
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Can jewelry have the same magnitude of expression as more traditional visual arts media? Romanian designer Raluca Buzura thinks so. By pushing the limits of personal adornment to communicate something deeper about the human condition, Raluca promotes a broader understanding about the role of jewelry
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Amelia Johannsen makes art that harmonizes raw textures, natural shapes, and the hues of coastal landscapes. Today, she has developed a diverse repertoire encompassing ceramic sculptures, trencadis mosaics and abstract paintings. Amelia’s art beckons observers to an immersive realm where the serenity of water melds
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With a rich artistic journey rooted in both education and life experience, Zaragoza-based artist Fernando Malo has a strong connection with the city of Barcelona, which is deeply woven into the tapestry of his work. He studied at the Massana School from 1976 to 1981
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Barcelona’s Design Museum sought out artists who negotiated endless possibilities and challenges on their road to the Transgressions Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition. This summer in Barcelona, the city’s Design Museum presents Transgressions, a contemporary ceramics exhibition celebrating the exemplary transformations happening in the world of clay.
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After a month of talking to artists, walking through galleries and admiring individual work and style, I felt an itch to create. Usually for me that itch is scratched by writing, a medium I’m comfortable with. But this time, the art gods and a woman
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Latest update: March 2025 It’s getting easier to find artisan and handmade products in Barcelona and conscious consumers couldn’t be more pleased. In the list below you’ll find workshops where you can buy directly from the makers as well as trendy concept stores selling products
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You can’t ignore the resurgence of ceramics in Barcelona (and all over the place, really)—handmade pottery is everywhere! Restaurants and cafes are commissioning potters to create unique plates and cups that bring distinctiveness to their dishes. Boutique shops and trend-setting magazines highlight ceramics as a
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At FrikiFish, we’re interested in sharing stories about art and creativity in Barcelona. Today we’re chatting with fellow Barcelonian, Hana Gausfain about starting a new craft. Hana is familiar with exercising her creativity in her daily role as a UX Copywriter. However, today we’re chatting
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In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to be creative is more important than ever. Pottery offers a great way to relax, focus, and express yourself artistically. Lately, pottery has seen a huge surge in popularity. This growing interest has sparked the opening of more ceramic
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