Meet the Studio Kiwi Team :
Catalina Vancolen
Catalina first discovered ceramics in January 2023, and it was love at first spin! Since then, she’s been completely immersed in the world of clay, spending countless hours at the studio and gearing up for her CAP in pottery in 2024. For Catalina, ceramics is all about spreading joy—whether she’s creating, sharing her crafty secrets, or finding new homes for her creations. Fueled by a deep passion for pottery, she’s dedicated to perfecting her skills and sharing the clay love with everyone she meets!
Discover her work :
Trained at ....
* Académie de Lille - Tournage en céramique
* Apprenticeship alongside Atelier des Tropiques
Emilie Ruitinga
Emilie is a ceramicist and visual artist hailing from the harbor of Amsterdam!
She meticulously crafts delicate yet generous forms on the pottery wheel. Her passion for working with clay is contagious, and she shares it with calm and care, guiding each student at their own pace.
Discover her work :
Trained at …
* Koninklijke Academie van Beeldende Kunsten in The Hague, The Netherlands,
specialised in ceramics
www.kabk.nl
* Apprenticeship alongside Belgian potter Carlos
instagram : flint_ceramique
Aude Van Ryn
Aude is a ceramic artist from London who has recently returned to her hometown of Brussels.
Alongside her own studio work, she loves teaching and sharing her passion to keep the creative energy alive! We are delighted to have her as part of our team.
Discover her work :
Trained at...
* Diploma course in ceramics CityLit Adult Education
* Royal College of Art, London
MA in Illustration
Gregory Georgescu
Gregory is a ceramist, stylist, artist, and teacher based in Brussels and Wallonia.
His personal work is playful and experimental, especially with glazes, as he explores clay in a range of scales—from intricate jewelry to large-scale sculptures.
Trained at the Academy of Uccle, Gregory continues to expand his artistic journey through his diverse skills.
Trained at…
*l'Académie d'art d'Uccle
Ceramic department
Mimi
Mimi is Catalina's loyal dog and the unofficial "right paw" at the studio. From time to time, you'll spot her lending a helping paw, supervising creative sessions, or simply bringing a bit of extra warmth and joy to everyone she meets. Whether she's curled up in a cozy corner or making her rounds, Mimi is always around to support Catalina and spread smiles throughout the studio!