The Ceramic Artist
Ariane Coissieux
Master Artisan of Art · Ceramic Potter
clay, rocks, fire… poetry.
My pieces are born amidst the vast expanses of the Causse du Larzac. They offer me inspiration: that of the immense horizons of the wild steppe, of trees whose silhouettes stand out against turbulent skies…
Like an ode to nature, bowls rooted in the tradition of millennia-old Asia or architectural sculptures, projected into the modernity of the world, are then created.
Nature provides the raw materials for my enamel research, currently focused on celadons, tenmokus… Pushing the limits of matter, that is my quest, rooted in an intimate experience of the craft’s techniques. To seal a pact with the passion and magic of fire, humbly attempting to tame it in the kilns I build, walking a tightrope — failing and starting over — so that the ceramic object may be born.
When it amazes me, the challenge is won!
Beyond technique, a whole universe of poetry is offered to connoisseurs and dreamers.
My inspiration also draws from travel. A multi-millennial art, ceramics transports me around the world to participate in international meetings. I have the chance and honor to see my pieces integrated into numerous private collections and museums internationally.
I also direct the School of Ceramists, a Professional Training Center created 40 years ago by my Father, Christian COISSIEUX, who was also my Master.
Milestones & Journey
- Distinctions & Awards: Winner of the Golden Teapot Prize (Taiwan), 1st Prize Macsabal (Turkey) and 1st Prize Creux.
- International Reach: More than 30 exhibitions, triennials, and biennials (China, Taiwan, Italy, Korea, USA).
- Collections: Pieces preserved in museums and public and private collections worldwide.
- Transmission & Conferences: Director of the School of Ceramists, lecturer, and speaker at art universities in Asia.
At how many fusions
words become enamel
“light
on my raw earth “
No one has the formula…
Jean MONOD
Wood firing in the self-built REGANAMA in Régagnas
Journey
& CV
Exhibitions, awards, collections, and school directorship.
