Monica Perin

Ceramicist

©Monica Perin

Emotions in motion

Monica is inspired by Nature
To her, working with clay creates a special alchemy
In her practice she combines many different techniques

After studying at the National Institute of Art in Padova, Monica Perin attended the school of ceramics in Cadoneghe, a famous centre of excellence, where she learned, and then taught, different techniques for working clay. Modelling and painting clay, in her opinion, gives a sense of freedom, and the result of her process always amazes and surprises. With time, her artworks have become more and more abstract, each piece born from a feeling. Monica believes in Dostoyevsky's quote that “Beauty will save the world.” For the same reason, she loves Giotto and Michelangelo and their unique way of representing beauty and harmony in a sublime way.

Interview

©Monica Perin

©Monica Perin

How do you translate inspiration into artwork?: Working with clay is a journey and the destination is a surprise, as it depends on synergies between my inspiration and the materials. Clay is a natural and friendly element that makes me feel good and helps me to communicate my feelings.
Which is your favourite technique?: To model objects I use coiling, wheel and slab building techniques. To decorate and paint them, I choose according to the subject: glazes, raku, crystalline materials and engobe, an ancient technique that uses raw material and some magic powders.
How do other artists influence your activity?: Observing and studying different artworks is always a way to continue to learn. I am always amazed by the human ability to create and communicate. Many artists gave me ideas to explore new techniques.
What is your main source of inspiration?: The sea, its habitat and seabed, but also woods, trees and their trunks: Nature is my muse and my best teacher. With my works I always try to represent and interpret its multifaceted, surprising expressions.

Monica Perin is an expert artisan: she began her career in 2010 and she started teaching in 2022