MEET THE ARTIST
LAURE FERRANDO
" I love that we find in these everyday objects a sense of movement, a fluidity that makes for a very gentle proposal "
Laure Ferrando
LAURE FERRANDO
Ceramic Artist, Ribagnac (24)
Laure Ferrando shares with us her attraction to volumes and her work with clay, following a sustainable approach throughout the creative process.
Tell us your story, how did you find your calling?
A ceramic artist with a Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts from the Sorbonne University, I set up my studio in 2019 in Ribagnac, in the Dordogne region. I was quickly drawn to three-dimensional forms, and clay became my preferred medium. Seeking to develop more sculptural work, I completed the "Ceramic Arts Creator" program at the European Institute of Ceramic Arts (IEAC) in Guebwiller in 2023.
How would you describe your style and your artistic approach?
My work is a decorative proposal for chic and contemporary interiors. Unique, signed pieces entirely handmade in my ceramic studio. My ranges of decorative objects and tableware are glazed with enamels resulting from my personal research in the studio. I also enjoy passing on and sharing my experience through workshops and individual or group classes.
What themes or subjects inspire you the most in your work?
My work is inspired by nature as well as by women. My lines of decorative objects and tableware are thus adorned with frills and ribbons in a very feminine and sensual spirit. I like for these everyday objects to have movement and drape, creating an offering full of softness. As such, the glazes that coat my ceramics are matte, silky, and buttery.
How do you work?
All pieces are handmade in my studio in the Dordogne. I use fine materials like stoneware and porcelain, which are durable, while also being mindful of their origin. Similarly, the supports and frames for the paintings are entirely produced by French partners.
Tell us about your daily life, your constraints, your joys, your successes…
Both artist and ceramic artisan, I enjoy splitting my time between creative moments and more intense periods of producing functional pieces. This alternation allows me to find a balance and take the time to renew my creative energy by letting new projects mature.
