Coral Orb Vase

Nathalee Paolinelli

Having trained in mediums ranging from photography and illustration to sculpture, painting, and now ceramics, artist Nathalee Paolinelli is a true student of the arts. With a deep reverence for the natural world, images of lichen, jagged rock formations, and brittle coral are all present in her work. Despite this, the objects she designs aren't defined purely by their form or function but to be interacted with. Much like nature, the organic shapes of her ceramics are open to interpretation and play. As a full-time ceramicist since 2015, clay has given Nathalee an unwavering commitment to teaching, learning, and enjoying moments of stillness.