Anca Ion

Anca Ion, born in Bucharest, is a Spanish ceramic artist and craftswoman recognized by the Catalan Craft Council. She trained in Contemporary Applied Arts, Fire Arts in ceramics and glass at Massana School and the Autonomous University of Barcelona. Recently, she was selected for the Homo Faber Guide, and she is a member of the International Academy of Ceramics.

Her alternative figurative sculptures explore the relationship between people and nature. Inspired by Greek mythology, archaeology, science, and direct observation, she investigates the organic and geometric forms found in nature and their connection with mathematics. Working with stoneware, porcelain, and other high-temperature clays, her pieces evoke roots, sponges, imaginary beings, and expanding forms, conveying fragility and strength at the same time.

Her work has been included in contemporary exhibitions in Spain, Portugal, Korea, Italy, Poland, Denmark, Hungary, Slovenia, China, and Romania. She received the Mention of Honour for Las Kokedamas at the N.A.C.E. Unique Piece Contest 2021 in Spain, and the 1st Prize for Substrats at the 16th National Award of Ceramic “Ciutat de Castelló” in December 2022. Her work belongs to the National Heritage of Castellón.

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