Julie Tzanni Goldson lives on the Cycladic island of Sifnos in Greece.
Inspired by her island’s long tradition of pottery making, she decided to quit her job in Μarketing Management in Athens to work with clay.
She apprenticed under one of the best master potters on the island and eventually transformed an old stone house into her studio and gallery in 2009.
Her aim is to create organic, minimal, contemporary ceramic pieces that capture the extraordinary qualities of her island.
Inspired by her surroundings, she actively strives to simulate the impermanence of nature itself. Each hand-made piece expresses the philosophy of “Wabi Sabi”, an aesthetic that honors the beauty of imperfection.
She works in a quiet, meditative state, which reflects her yogic background and lifestyle.
Her pieces are exclusively handmade by the method of slab rolling, coiling, pinching and hand-building. On a few occasions she uses the wheel. This method is both slow and labour-some but very rewarding and fulfilling.
In addition to earthenware, stoneware and porcelain, she also creates beautiful porcelain jewellery. Collections feature effortlessly elegant necklaces, earrings, and rings in translucent whites. From day into night, Julie’s unique pieces are made to be worn and enjoyed.
Since 2023 she has started her new sculptural art work using stoneware and exploring a different technique every year, challenging the boundaries of her creativity.
Inspired by her island’s long tradition of pottery making, she decided to quit her job in Μarketing Management in Athens to work with clay.
She apprenticed under one of the best master potters on the island and eventually transformed an old stone house into her studio and gallery in 2009.
Her aim is to create organic, minimal, contemporary ceramic pieces that capture the extraordinary qualities of her island.
Inspired by her surroundings, she actively strives to simulate the impermanence of nature itself. Each hand-made piece expresses the philosophy of “Wabi Sabi”, an aesthetic that honors the beauty of imperfection.
She works in a quiet, meditative state, which reflects her yogic background and lifestyle.
Her pieces are exclusively handmade by the method of slab rolling, coiling, pinching and hand-building. On a few occasions she uses the wheel. This method is both slow and labour-some but very rewarding and fulfilling.
In addition to earthenware, stoneware and porcelain, she also creates beautiful porcelain jewellery. Collections feature effortlessly elegant necklaces, earrings, and rings in translucent whites. From day into night, Julie’s unique pieces are made to be worn and enjoyed.
Since 2023 she has started her new sculptural art work using stoneware and exploring a different technique every year, challenging the boundaries of her creativity.