Made by hand, inspired by nature.
Small-batch ceramics illustrated, carved and glazed by hand in the Netherlands. Every piece is a little different, made to be used, loved and enjoyed every day.
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Salama Stones
Inspired by the Swahili word “salama,” meaning safe, peaceful, and well, Salama...
Karibu!
Welcome!
I was born in Kenya, where some of my happiest childhood memories were spent playing in the sand and mud. Looking back, perhaps I was always meant to find my way back to clay.
The journey of a piece
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Handmade
Each piece begins as a lump of stoneware clay and is either hand-thrown on the pottery wheel or hand-built. Every form is shaped individually, making each piece one of a kind.
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Carving
Once the clay reaches the perfect stage, I carefully carve textures and patterns inspired by leaves, flowers, mushrooms, and the natural world. This is where each piece begins to develop its own personality.
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Glazing & Illustrating
Every illustration is painted by hand, and each glaze is applied individually. I love experimenting with colours, textures, and glaze combinations, allowing every piece to have its own unique character.
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Small batch firing
Each piece is fired twice in small batches. The first bisque firing strengthens the clay before glazing, and the final high-temperature glaze firing brings the colours, surface, and character of each piece to life.
Why Swahilli?
All of my categories are named in Swahili, as a way of staying connected to my Kenyan roots. It’s a language I’ve mostly lost over the years, but still feel drawn to, and using it in my work is a small way of keeping that connection alive.