Handcrafted Ceramic Tableware & Vases
Every bowl, vase, and mug I shape in my Bengaluru studio holds a quiet story. From raw, earthy textures to pieces that celebrate the beauty of a slightly imperfect glaze, these are made to bring a slower, more mindful rhythm to your daily home rituals.
The Wild Petal Vase, a piece of functional sculpture. The hand-shaped rim mimics the organic form of a flower, and the textured, dark green glaze gives it a deep, earthy feel.
A tall, elegant vase with a ruffled rim and a rich, glossy green glaze. This piece is designed to be a statement, bringing a touch of nature's drama indoors.
A raw, unglazed lidded jar, wheel-thrown and trimmed to perfection. I love the simplicity of these forms, where the beauty of the natural clay is the main focus.
A handmade dinner plate with a beautiful, speckled green glaze. The abstract white splashes add a touch of modern artistry to this functional piece.
A collection of handmade dishes, including crescent-shaped paint palettes and a heart-shaped trinket dish in a deep magenta glaze. These pieces are designed to bring joy to your creative space or dressing table.
The "Melting Jaggery" vase set, inspired by the warm, golden-brown hue of traditional Indian jaggery. This three-part set can be arranged in different ways to hold flowers or stand alone as a sculpture.
My "Melting Jaggery" vase, styled as a flower frog. The perforated lid holds stems in place, making it easy to create beautiful, minimalist floral arrangements.
A rustic, hand-carved matcha bowl, perfect for your morning ritual. The textured exterior and earthy glaze make every sip a grounding experience.
Another view of the Wild Petal Vase, showing the delicate, hand-sculpted edges. Each one is slightly different, just like flowers in a garden.
A side view of the Wild Petal Vase. The vertical texture on the body contrasts beautifully with the smooth, flowing lines of the rim.
About Handcrafted Tableware & Vases
When you bring one of my pieces home, you might notice subtle fingerprint marks or an uneven rim on a bowl. That is not a factory flaw, it is the signature of my hand-building process. Because I use high-fired stoneware, these pieces are durable enough for daily meals and dishwasher cycles, but they ask for a little more presence than store-bought, mass-produced ceramics.
My pottery journey in Bengaluru is rooted in the philosophy that the objects we touch every day should have a soul. Whether it is a deep ramen bowl for your one-pot meals or a sculptural vase, every item is crafted to break the monotony of machine-made housewares.
The Craft Behind the Clay
I work primarily with high-fired stoneware, chosen for its strength and heat retention, alongside local terracotta. My glazes are food-safe and range from the high-gloss finishes seen on my signature vases to the matte, raw textures of unglazed pieces. Every firing cycle is a lengthy, 18-hour process that transforms raw, wet clay into functional art.
Embracing Wabi-Sabi
You will see 'wabi-sabi' influences throughout my collection. A rim might not be perfectly circular, or a glaze might pool differently on a serving platter. These are intentional choices. When you choose a hand-built plate or a marbled clay tumbler, you are choosing a piece with a distinct personality that tells the story of its time in my kiln.
Care & Longevity
While these are functional pieces, they are not fragile. Most stoneware is microwave and dishwasher safe, though I always suggest hand-washing to preserve the glaze's longevity. If you pick up one of my gold-luster pieces, please treat it with extra gentleness—those specific decorative finishes are not microwave-friendly and require careful hand-washing.
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