In the high altitudes of the Sacred Valley, Mateo harvests clay by hand from local riverbeds. He uses natural mineral pigments to paint his ceramics before firing them in a traditional wood-burning kiln. His work is heavily inspired by ancient Incan geometry, yet his clean, modern forms appeal to contemporary collectors. Mateo’s studio now trains young apprentices, keeping the fire of Andean pottery alive.
The artisans here rely entirely on the ancient knowledge passed down from their ancestors. Working with ceramics is not just a profession; it is an identity. Every piece created in Pisac carries the soul of its maker. By choosing these authentic pieces, the world helps to ensure this tradition is not lost to industrialization.
The Journey
2000
Mateo opens his first kiln in Pisac.
2023
Exhibition at the Lima Museum of Contemporary Art.
Community Impact
Empowering our local village, we provide education stipends for the children of our 17 employees.
