Functional art objects for daily rituals and meditative mindfulness.
CERAMICS
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ART OBJECTS
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CERAMICS 〰️ ART OBJECTS 〰️
HANDMADE IN CHARLESTON, SC
ORGANIC MODERN
ARTFUL CERAMICS
THE IDEA
Studio Sontosis began with the idea of designing objects that merge the complexity of sacred meditative rituals with the simplicity of daily routine and functionality. Ceramic is such a grounding medium, it has been used globally for centuries as a strong multi-faceted material.
From buildings, to functional ware, to sculpture, clay has been used in many ways to support our life artistically and practically. The flexibility of what clay can be is what makes it truly inspiring. A material that can create a relationship between art and practicality is beautiful, and is the total foundation of design behind Studio Sontosis’ work.
Inspired by the beauty of this natural material being used ritualistically, Studio Sontosis creates objects that connect us to ourselves, and the natural world. Clay objects that are artfully designed to remind us to be at peace, even in moments when we forget to. Something as simple as drinking from a ceramic vessel can be just as meditative as taking a long walk.
Self-care doesn’t have to be just for the spa, taking time to support your mental health and well-being can be at any moment throughout the day, even if it’s just for a few minutes. Sontosis’ Ceramics are designed just for this, they are human-scale, relatable objects that become a part of our daily routines to serve as gentle reminders for us to slow down.
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Sonny Sisan is a ceramic artist and designer based in Charleston, South Carolina. He creates multifunctional ceramic ware for all moments in life, and challenges the idea that everyday objects are more than just strictly functional. His work explores the beauty in creating everyday objects in a very artful manner to evoke expression and spark a sense of joy. Having worked as an interior designer in the past, he is able to take his knowledge of creating intimate spaces that evoke a sense of calm to creating objects that serve as reminders of self-care and serenity in the home.
Sonny has a love for modern product design, illustration and graphic design, which is reflected in his body of work. His work uses colors and patterns that go back and forth between his love for classic neutrals and vibrant graphic elements for his more playful works. His recent work has focused on tailoring and creating a body of heirloom objects that work cohesively as a collection and can be collected over time.
With his passion and love for ceramics, he also teaches ceramic production to the local community in Charleston out of the shared studio space he works out of called Studio Union. Sonny’s current goal with his work is to expand the use of clay beyond intimate functional objects into other parts of the home such as small scale furniture and lighting.
