Collection: Melina Xenaki : Ceramicist : London/Athens

Inspired by artifacts found in the region of the Mediterranean, from the Bronze Age ceramic ritualistic  pots to the 20th century traditional embroideries, I destine my pieces  to carry patterns, animals and plants, realizing a dialogue of earth,  fire and living things of our Great Sea across millennia.

Trained to deliver high end craftsmanship in the lines of British studio pottery, my commitment to excel in technical skill is as strong  as my desire to instill the narrative and beauty of the treasures of my cultural heritage into my work. From hand-building and throwing to slip-casting I use the making method most fitting to each project I take on. For me, understanding glaze chemistry is as fundamental as making, experimenting to discover new extraordinary qualities, vibrant  colors and intriguing textures that cover my ceramic surfaces and complement my forms. 

Melina Xenaki is a London/Athens based ceramic artist and as collaborated with various architecture studios to create unique ceramic installations responding to each site, and created exclusive collections for the shops of the British Museum and the Benaki Museum of Greek Culture. Alongside her practice as a maker, Melina has taught ceramics at St Ann’s psychiatric hospital and Pentonville men's prison.