During a visit to the Victoria & Albert Museum, I had the rare opportunity to handle a Han Dynasty bowl dating back to 200 BCE. As I examined it closely, I noticed a faint fingerprint on the rim—a mark left by the potter who once held it while dipping it into glaze. Over two thousand years later, my own fingers rested on the very same spot, tracing the imprint of its maker. In that moment, time seemed to collapse.

To my mind, the history of ceramics tells an epic tale of humanity. The inherent characteristics of clays, rocks and ashes serve as unique geological reading and expressions of place. Through the transformative power of fire, these raw materials become objects of both beauty and immense durability, designed for both function and daily life.

I am a Mexican potter based in London. I recently built a gas kiln in the countryside, where I fire all my work every couple of months. I have collaborated with fine dining restaurants such as KOL, Gold, CAVITA, Popolo, and Pophams to create bespoke tableware. My work is also stocked in spaces such as Cambridge Art Gallery, Golden Earth Studios, and Toast, among others.