Sunlit olive green handmade ceramic plates on woven placemat with rosemary

Maite Alegre

HANDMADE CERAMICS STUDIO

Made for the art of everyday living

for moments shared

inspired by people and the natural world around us

beauty that can be used

The Studio

Made by Hand
Made to Enjoy

I am a ceramic artist, creating both functional and one-of-a-kind pieces, all made entirely by hand. After many years in the United Kingdom, I returned to La Rioja to pursue ceramics professionally, setting up my studio in Navarrete, a town with a strong pottery tradition.

My work stems from a search for simplicity, functionality, and the quiet beauty of forms. I am especially inspired by Japanese aesthetics and the concept of shibui, which comes through in clean lines, natural textures, and matte finishes.

Each piece is made individually, with careful attention to every stage of the process. I aim to create durable pieces with a sense of identity, valuing craftsmanship, time, and deep respect for traditional ceramic materials and techniques.

I create pieces meant to be part of everyday life: to be enjoyed over a meal, a shared coffee, a vase of freshly cut flowers, or those little moments that give each day its meaning.

I like to think that a handmade object does more than serve a purpose; it invites us to slow down, notice, and enjoy simple things a little more.

Made for the art of every day living

Commissions

Something made for you.

Maite accepts a limited number of private commissions each year.

From individual pieces and complete table settings to serving ware for restaurants, interiors and special occasions, commissions are developed individually and made by Maite in her studio.

If you have something in mind, start a conversation.

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For commissions, collaborations, availability or simply to ask about the work, send Maite a note.

Maite Alegre

 

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