BIOGRAPHY
Maria Jose Jabat was born in Argentina and raised in Chile, where she currently resides.
From a young age, she showed a keen interest in art and a curiosity for creating original objects.
A graduate in industrial design, she has explored various artistic disciplines, including painting, collage, mosaic, basketry, and more. Since 2022, she has focused on stoneware ceramics, primarily creating decorative works inspired by the natural beauty of her home country, Chile. Her creations reflect a deep connection to nature, combined with the concept of balance, which is a recurring theme in her art.
For Maria Jose, ceramics is a medium that offers infinite possibilities, allowing her to express sensations and emotions that have captivated her throughout her life.
CV
1989 – 1995: Degree in Industrial Design, UFT, Santiago, Chile
2007: Stonework pottery sculpture, Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, USA
2022 – 2025: Stonework pottery, FPL Atelier, Santiago, Chile
2023: Studies on Raku, Paper clay and ceramic molds, Santiago, Chile
2023: “Naturaleza en equilibrio” exhibition at Creado en Chile, Paseo Alonso, Santiago, Chile
2024: Diploma in stonework sculpture, UFT, Santiago, Chile
STATEMENT
Stoneware pottery is a form of art that captures the essence of nature, fusing technique and creativity in every unique piece. From gentle wave-shaped undulations to earthy tones that mimic the Chilean land, each creation seeks a deep dialogue with nature.
By using natural materials and traditional techniques, a cultural legacy is preserved, while also honoring the resources that nature provides.
Thus, stoneware pottery transcends the ornamental; it becomes a medium to explore and express the complexities of our surroundings, reminding us of this planet’s fleeting yet eternal beauty.
