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
Alexandra Mihai
The story unfolds in the present but finds its roots in an inspiring figure from Alexandra's past: her great-grandfather, Ioan, a potter.
Inspired by Ioan's legacy, Alexandra embarked on a journey of discovery, learning, and the development of her own artistic practice.
Her work is deeply rooted in both past and present personal experiences, guided by intuition and shaped by ongoing research and evolution. Currently, her creations draw inspiration from the beauty and aesthetics of folklore, the mystery of ancient symbols, their meanings, and their origins.
Discover her work:
@aim.atelier
Trained at...
* L'Académie d'art d'Uccle
Ceramics Workshop
https://ecoleartuccle.be/
Eran Rahmani
Eran graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Applied Arts, specializing in Ceramics, in 2020 from the University of Art, Tehran, Iran. As an artist, she explores a variety of mediums to craft works that convey her artistic message, and beyond. In 2023, continuing her artistic journey, she moved to Brussels and joined Kiwi Studio in 2024.
Discover her work:
@eran.rahmani
https://eran-rahmani.com/
Trained at...
* University of Art, Tehran
Specialized in Ceramics
https://ut.ac.ir/en/page/6661/about-the-university-of-tehran
Monica
Monica is one of the behind-the-scenes hands who helps make Studio Kiwi such a welcoming and warm place. Always attentive to the details, she ensures there's always something to eat and drink, adds her personal touch to the décor, and handles last-minute grocery runs that save the day. Some of you may have already crossed paths with her at the studio, where her kind and discreet energy leaves a gentle yet indispensable mark. And if she has that nurturing vibe... well, that's no coincidence: Monica is also Catalina's mom!
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!