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Mina Ceramics: Say hello from your studio

Mina is the face of the plate, it is witty grimaces and various emotions; it’s also having fun with fragments of the human body, which through multiplication and varied settings creates an interesting and often ironic picture that evokes many associations. The original graphics designed by the artist Weronika Surma were made by hand with the technique of serigraphy, and as ceramic decals (also by hand) that were applied to the surface of the plates and fired at 850°c. The plates are usable or can be treated as decoration.

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What is your morning routine?

Waking up early, drinking warm water, doing exercise and eating delicious breakfast.

What is the first thing you do when you arrive at your studio?

I turn on the light and open the windows.

Do you prefer Instagram, Facebook or no social media at all?

Definitely Instagram. I’m addicted to Instastories 😀

Which magazines and books do you read?

I subscribe Wyborcza magazine. I like different kinds of books: self-help, non-fiction, biographies, novels and of course everything about art and design. I love Legimi – it’s an ebook and audiobook rental – I find it very useful; I use it passionately!

Which three objects would you say are essential to your work?

A plate, water and decals, kiln (ok it’s four objects, but less isn’t possible for me :).


What are your favourite tools that help you get the job done?

Definitely an app called Week Plan.

What inspires you and motivates you to get your work done?

People’s smiles when they see my works.

Can you tell us a funny story from your work?

Sorry, only funny plates and no stories, not yet…

What is the project you are working on right now?

Special gold and platinum smiles on plates.

What do you love about your job? What don’t you like?

I like unloading kiln. I don’t like uploading kiln.

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Do you prefer hand-made or mass-produced?

Hand made.

Do you work individually or with a team?

Individually, but sometimes I ask for help.

How do you rest and relax after work?

I walk a lot, read/listen to audiobooks, watch movies and hang out with friends.

Do you have any advice for anyone who wants to work in your field?

Just start, ideas will come. Work a lot and talk to your friends, ask them for opinions and advice. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes, just keep going and be brave, and spontaneous. And the last one: don’t overthink!




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About The Author

Sylwia
Krasoń

Sylwia Krasoń CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Contemporary Lynx, an international online magazine founded in 2013. Since 2024, she has been the sole owner of Contemporary Lynx, an arts organization she co-founded. Under her leadership, the organization transitioned from simultaneous online and print editions (2015–2023) to fully embracing the digital era with an online magazine. Beyond publishing weekly articles, Contemporary Lynx offers a rich educational and artistic program, including Lynx Academy, panel discussions, events, and art prizes, in collaboration with partners across Europe and beyond. She also serves as President of the Contemporary Lynx Foundation in Warsaw, which she co-founded in 2017. Sylwia holds an MA in Arts Policy & Management (specializing in curating contemporary art) from Birkbeck, University of London (2012) and an MA in History of Art from Jagiellonian University in Kraków (2008). With 15 years of experience in the art field, she has held roles at Philips de Pury, Saatchi Gallery, Barbican Art Gallery, and Zderzak Gallery. She also co-founded a pop-up art gallery in London (2012). She is the author of workshop programs “Storytelling for Creatives” and “How to Make a Magazine”, supported by Arts Council England. A seasoned conference speaker, workshop facilitator, and jury panel member, Sylwia writes on art and culture. She is currently based in Paris.

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