Cerámica Para Todos

Cerámica Para Todos crea un puente entre artistas de cerámica de renombre internacional y la comunidad local de Puerto Rico. A través de este programa, artistas locales reciben becas para participar en talleres impartidos por maestros en el campo, una oportunidad para aprender de expertos, expandir sus habilidades y aportar nuevas perspectivas a su propia práctica. Estos talleres generan intercambios significativos, donde los artistas puertorriqueños conectan con mentores, comparten ideas y técnicas, y fortalecen la comunidad. Todos los detalles más abajo.

Cerámica Para Todos bridges the gap between world-renowned ceramic artists and the local Puerto Rican community. Through this program, local artists receive scholarships to attend workshops led by masters in the field, an opportunity to learn from experts, expand their skills, and bring fresh perspectives into their own practice. These workshops create meaningful exchanges, where Puerto Rican artists connect with mentors , share ideas and techniques, and build community. Full details below.

PRÓXIMA BECA —
BECA PARA 3 ESTUDIANTES PARA NUESTRO “WINTER 2027: 4-WEEK LIVE ONLINE INTENSIVE - Surfaces and Glazes for Figurative Ceramics and Sculpture“
del 2 de febrero de 2027 al 3 de abril de 2027.

¿Qué es el Curso en Vivo Online de 4 Semanas?

En el corazón de la oferta del Centro se encuentra este plan de estudios virtual de un mes, una exploración de la escultura cerámica figurativa desde múltiples perspectivas. No se trata solo de dominar la técnica; se trata de desarrollar una conexión más profunda con el barro como medio de expresión, comprender el fascinante panorama de las prácticas contemporáneas y descubrir nuevas posibilidades para dar vida a la forma humana. Guiado por expertos de renombre internacional, nuestro programa ofrece un enfoque estructurado pero dinámico para el aprendizaje, que abarca técnicas de construcción, tratamiento de superficies y claves sobre el mercado y la gestión del arte.

¿ En qué consiste este curso: WINTER 2027: 4-WEEK LIVE ONLINE INTENSIVE - Surfaces and Glazes for Figurative Ceramics and Sculpture?

Esta temporada, nuestro enfoque principal es la SUPERFICIE, una exploración inmersiva del esmaltado y otros tratamientos de acabado. A través de demostraciones en vivo y conversaciones interactivas, probarás nuevas ideas, harás preguntas en tiempo real y aprenderás junto a una vibrante comunidad global de creadores.

Abierto a todos los niveles, este programa combina la flexibilidad del aprendizaje en línea con la conexión y el impulso de la práctica de taller. Un entorno de grupo colaborativo te mantendrá motivado, activo y enfocado a medida que avanzas en tu proceso.

Aprenderás directamente de artistas reconocidos, explorando desde capas de esmalte y quemas en saggar hasta el dibujo sobre barro y acabados sin cocción, todo mientras obtienes una perspectiva única sobre el pensamiento creativo detrás de cada enfoque.

En última instancia, este curso te invita a ver la superficie no como una mera decoración, sino como un lenguaje propio donde la materia se transforma en significado.


TODA LA INFORMACIÓN DEL CURSO AQUÍ

INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE:

Fechas: Las clases serán del 2 de febrero de 2027 al 27 de febrero de 2026 (martes y sábado) y hasta el 3 de abril del 2027 para trabajar en los proyectos
Horario: Sesiones EN VIVO quincenales por Zoom. Todos los martes (5:00 PM–7:00 PM hora de Puerto Rico) y sábados (11:00 AM–1:00 PM hora de Puerto Rico)
Lugar: Online
Idioma: Inglés
Costo: El coste del curso es de 2200 USD pero con esta beca será gratuito para los participantes seleccionados. Los materiales los tendrán que comprar cada participante.
Cupos: 3 espacios disponibles
Fecha límite de solicitud: 22 de Noviembre de 2026. Los participantes serán seleccionados por el Centro y notificados antes del 30 de noviembre de 2026

CRITERIOS DE ELEGIBILIDAD PARA LA BECA:

  • Ser ceramista de Puerto Rico (residente o no en Puerto Rico) y contar con un portafolio de al menos 10 piezas terminadas recientes (no en proceso), que demuestren un fundamento sólido y un compromiso serio con el medio de la cerámica.

  • Incluir una breve explicación sobre por qué esta experiencia sería importante para tu práctica y desarrollo artístico.

  • Ofrecer 2 nombres de referencia  

  • Comprometerse a asistir a las 8 clases y a realizar todos las asignaciones con el fin de conseguir el certificado, así como a comprar los materiales necesarios para ejecutar las asignaciones. Para este curso de esmaltes y acabados las asignaciones requieren tener acceso un horno.

Importante:
Este taller requerirá un compromiso significativo de tiempo y presencia. La participación en de un mínimo de 52 horas combinadas de clases y trabajo en las asignaciones con el fin de conseguir el certificado. Dependiendo de la experiencia con la cerámica y los esmaltes y acabados estos puede implicar más horas.


CÓMO SOLICITAR:

Los participantes tendrán hasta el 22 de noviembre para someter su solicitud junto a su portfolio en nuestro formulario online.

Las solicitudes serán evaluadas por el Center for the Study of Figurative Ceramics. La selección se realizará considerando los requisitos para la participación, la calidad del portafolio, el compromiso demostrado con el medio cerámico y la relevancia que esta experiencia pueda tener dentro de la práctica y desarrollo artístico de cada solicitante.

Los artistas seleccionados serán notificados antes del 30 de noviembre de 2026.

Para cualquier pregunta o información adicional, favor de comunicarse a figurativeceramics@gmail.com.


FORMULARIO DE PARTICIPACIÓN AQUÍ

QUÉ ES CERÁMICA PARA TODOS?

Cerámica Para Todos conecta a la comunidad cerámica de Puerto Rico con maestros de trayectoria internacional. Mediante un programa de becas, artistas locales acceden a talleres especializados para perfeccionar su técnica, incorporar nuevas metodologías y enriquecer su visión creativa. Estas jornadas fomentan un diálogo enriquecedor entre creadores y mentores, fortaleciendo el tejido de nuestra comunidad artística. Consulta toda la información a continuación.

Cerámica Para Todos fue fundado por Cristina Córdova en el 2022 como una colaboración con Studio 154 (dirigido por Ivonne Prats) y Souvenir 154 (dirigido por Raquel Pérez Puig), y nos enorgullece continuar este proyecto mediante un esfuerzo conjunto entre Cristina Córdova (Center for the Study of Figurative Ceramics) y Pitirre Proyectos, en colaboración con Raquel Pérez Puig (PérezPuig). En 2024, Cerámica Para Todos formalizó una alianza con Pitirre Proyectos, fortaleciendo la sostenibilidad a largo plazo del programa y ampliando su impacto gracias al generoso apoyo de la Fundación Maxwell-Hanrahan. Ahora en su decimoquinto año de operaciones en Puerto Rico, Pitirre Proyectos, organización sin fines de lucro dirigida por la Dra. Gretchen Ruiz, se dedica a expandir el acceso a las artes en Puerto Rico, haciendo de esta colaboración un paso natural y significativo.

A lo largo de los años, hemos tenido el privilegio de recibir artistas visitantes generosos y profundamente comprometidos, como Jaime Suárez, Cristina Córdova, Dr. Daniel Expósito, Julie Moon, Del Harrow, Kelsie Rudolph, Cody Hoyt , Yamileth Flores Reyes y Nómada Cerámica, cuya presencia ha contribuido a crear un ambiente de aprendizaje dinámico y enriquecedor. Más allá del salón de clases, algunos artistas visitantes también han compartido su trabajo mediante exhibiciones curadas por Raquel Pérez Puig en distintos espacios de San Juan, ofreciendo a los estudiantes y al público general la oportunidad de relacionarse con las obras terminadas de los artistas y participar de colectivos cerámicos curados junto a artistas locales.

Cerámica Para Todos utiliza el barro como un punto de encuentro: una manera de reunir personas, intercambiar conocimientos y reconocerse unos a otros. De ese proceso emerge un lenguaje compartido de pertenencia, conexión y crecimiento colectivo.

Agradecemos profundamente a todos los colaboradores y auspiciadores pasados y presentes del programa, incluyendo a Pitirre Proyectos, Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation, Humanidades de Puerto Rico, Crafting the Future, Raquel Perez Puig, Ivonne Prats, Constructo, la Liga de Arte de San Juan, la Universidad del Sagrado Corazón (Escuela de Artes, Diseño e Industrias Creativas) y Ladrillos Puerto Rico.

Para apoyar el programa y conocer más, visite: https://www.pitirreproyectos.org/

WHAT IS CERÁMICA PARA TODOS?

Cerámica Para Todos bridges the Puerto Rican ceramic community with internationally renowned master artists. Through a dedicated scholarship program, local artists gain access to specialized workshops to refine their technique, integrate new methodologies, and enrich their creative practice. These sessions foster meaningful dialogue between creators and mentors, strengthening the fabric of our artistic community. Explore all the details below.

Cerámica Para Todos was founded by Cristina Córdova in 2022 as a collaboration with Studio 154 (led by Ivonne Prats) and Souvenir 154 (led by Raquel Perez Puig), and we are proud to continue this project through a current joint effort between Cristina Córdova (Center for the Study of Figurative Ceramics) and Pitirre Proyectos in collaboration with Raquel Perez Puig (PerezPuig). In 2024, Cerámica para Todos entered into a partnership with Pitirre Proyectos, strengthening the program’s long-term sustainability and expanding its impact through the generous support of the Maxwell-Hanrahan Foundation. Now in its 15th year of operation in Puerto Rico, Pitirre Proyectos, a nonprofit organization led by Dr. Gretchen Ruiz, is dedicated to expanding access to the arts in Puerto Rico, making this partnership a natural and meaningful next step.

Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of welcoming thoughtful and generous visiting artists such as Jaime Suarez, Cristina Córdova, Dr. Daniel Expósito, Julie Moon, Del Harrow, Kelsie Rudolph, Cody Hoyt and Yamileth Flores Reyes, whose presence has helped shape a vibrant learning environment. Beyond the classroom, some visiting artist is also invited to share their work through exhibitions curated by Raquel Pérez Puig at local venues in San Juan, offering students and the broader public a chance to engage with the artists’ finished work in curate ceramic collectives with local artists.

Cerámica Para Todos uses clay as a point of encounter, a way for people to gather, exchange knowledge, and recognize themselves in one another. What emerges from that process is a shared language of belonging, connection, and collective growth.

We are grateful to all past and present supporters of the program including the Pitirre Proyectos, Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation, Humanidades de Puerto Rico, Crafting the Future, Raquel Perez Puig, Ivonne Prats, Constructo, la Liga de Arte de San Juan, la Universidad del Sagrado Corazón (Escuela de Artes, Diseño e Industrias Creativas) and Ladrillos Puerto Rico.

To offer support and learn more visit : https://www.pitirreproyectos.org/

Partners and Supporters:

A lo largo de la trayectoria de este programa, estas instituciones han sumado su apoyo y colaboración estratégica para hacer posible nuestra labor.

Throughout the lifespan of the program, these institutions have partnered with us and provided essential support to make our mission possible.

Black and white poster featuring a stylized illustration of a bird perched on a wire, with the words '15 Años' and 'PITIRE PROYECTOS' written below.
Image of the Blackstone Foundation logo with the word "FOUNDA TION" and a red vertical line above the "I".
Seal of the National Endowment for the Humanities, featuring a bald eagle holding a branch and arrows, with a shield on its chest, surrounded by a blue ring with white text, and gold background with black text reading 'National Endowment for the Humanities'.
Logo for Humanidades Puerto Rico featuring intertwined red lines and text in maroon and orange.
A digital illustration of a blue cloud with the white Facebook logo text in the center, with a yellow sun shining behind.
Logo for Liga de Arte with stylized pink and blue geometric lines surrounding the text
Silhouette of a dog sitting on grass with trees in the background under a starry night sky.
Logo of Universidad del Sagrado Corazón for the School of Arts, Design, and Industries, featuring black and maroon text and a partially open maroon circle.
Text reading 'PEREZPUIG/SOUVENIR 154' in bold black font on a white background.

July/August 2026 Course:
Nómada Cerámica - Cerámica Sonora Y Quema Con Fuego

Nuestro Barrio Warehouse, Santurce, San Juan, Puerto Rico in collaboration with Universidad del Sagrado Corazón and Pitirre Proyectos

Images: Jose Mena

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February 2026 Course:
Yamileth Flores Reyes - Taller de Investigación de Barros Locales

Constructo, San Juan in collaboration with Pitirre Proyectos at Constructo

Images: Jose Mena

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A man wearing a black shirt, glasses, a mask, and gloves operates a hand-held garden blender to crush tomatoes inside a large orange bucket. A blue tarp is behind the bucket, and there are additional orange containers nearby. On the wall, there are s
A diverse group of people standing and smiling in an indoor art space with abstract paintings on the wall behind them.
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A woman with long dark hair wearing an orange T-shirt, with her eyes closed, is decorating a three-tiered ceramic vase with brown spots. She is sitting at a table with various art supplies, including a paintbrush, clay pieces, and a dotted paper plat
A clay sculpture of a woman's face with closed eyes and lips, on a tabletop surrounded by sculpting tools, clay, and other art supplies, with people working in the background.
A woman with glasses and dark hair tied in a bun, wearing a striped shirt, is working on a craft project. She is holding a painted skull and a paintbrush. The table near her has various craft supplies, including cups filled with paint or glue and a l
A group of people gathered around a construction site, with some sitting on the ground and others standing, observing a demonstration involving a concrete mixer and buckets of soil or clay during a project.
Person kneeling on a blue tarp tilting a wooden box filled with mud or clay. Nearby is a large blue bucket. The person is wearing light-colored pants and a short-sleeved shirt, with a black wristband on their left arm.
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Stacked coral-colored coral shaped sculptures with textured surfaces, with additional similar sculptures in the background, all placed on a light brown surface with a white wall backdrop.
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2025 Course:
Cody Hoyt - Geometría Expandida

La Liga de Arte, San Juan in collaboration with Pitirre Proyectos and Raquel Perez Puig at la Liga de Arte

Images: Cristina Córdova & Jose Mena

Group of diverse people standing together in an indoor setting, smiling for the photo.
A man with gray hair, glasses, and tattoos working on a project at a table covered with clay or dough, surrounded by tools and materials in a workshop with white walls.
A diverse group of people are gathered indoors around a machine, listening attentively to a man demonstrating or explaining something. Some individuals are holding pamphlets or phones, and there are tables and stacked chairs in the background.
A group of five people standing around a table, with one man in the center carefully carving or working on a piece of art or craft. The table has several carved pieces and tools on it, suggesting a workshop or demonstration setting.
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A woman working on a pottery project at a cluttered table, surrounded by broken pottery, clay, and tools in an art studio.
A woman with long curly dark hair, wearing a dark gray apron and a necklace, is scooping ice cream from a large container into a bowl. She is holding the bowl with her left hand and using a spoon with her right hand. She has a septum piercing and is
Two women are working together on a sculpture or art project, handling pink and beige materials, with art supplies and equipment in the background.
An elderly man working on a large piece of leather with a small tool, in a workshop setting with various tools and materials scattered on the table.
Person working on tile art project, using a cutting tool to shape a piece of tile with a geometric pattern on a table covered with plastic and various art supplies.
A person is working on a woodworking project, holding a piece of wood with their hand. The person is wearing a dark blue shirt and has a tattoo on their arm. The workspace includes a wooden table, some tools, and a smooth, decorated terracotta piece.

2024 Course:
Julie Moon: De lo plano a la forma

La Liga de Arte, San Juan in collaboration with Pitirre Proyectos at La Liga de Arte

Images: Paloma Córdova Soto

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A woman working on a large clay sculpture of an animal, perhaps a dog or a similar creature, in a studio setting. She is inspecting and shaping the sculpture.
A person working on a clay sculpture of a man's head.
A artist working on a clay sculpture of a bear's head, with tools in hand, seated at a workspace with clay and art supplies.
People at an indoor art crafting event, with woman displaying a large, detailed terracotta sculpture of a flower next to a table with art supplies and other clay objects.
A woman with curly hair and glasses working on a large, orange, ceramic sculpture of a human face in a pottery studio.
A woman wearing glasses, a gray t-shirt, and an apron is carefully sculpting a large, orange, clay sculpture of a face on a table.
Group of people working in a pottery or ceramics workshop, some examining clay pieces, others handling tools, in a room with wooden cabinets and outdoor greenery visible through a large open arch.
A group of people gathered around a table in a kitchen, laughing and engaging in a cooking activity with plastic food wrap and various ingredients.

2024 Course:
Kelsie Rudolph: Muebles en cerámica

Estudio 154, San Juan in collaboration with Pitirre Proyectos, Ivonne Prats and Raquel Perez Puig at Estudio 154

Images: Gretchen Ruiz

A woman working on a large ceramic vessel or sculpture at a pottery studio, with a man in the background and art supplies on the table nearby.
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A woman with tattoos on her arms, wearing a beige apron and sneakers, is shaping a large concrete or clay planter. The planter is on a worktable in a workshop with tools and supplies on the wall behind her.
A woman with tattoos on her arms working in a woodworking studio, cutting or shaping a large piece of clay or similar material, with various tools and a Raku kiln in the background.
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2023 Course:
Del Harrow: Re-orienting

Estudio 154, San Jun in collaboration with Ivonne Prats and Raquel Perez Puig with support from Crafting the Future

Images: Angel Vázquez

A woman working on a pottery project at a work table, with various art supplies and a large clay vase in the foreground, and a white wall in the background.
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A person with curly hair styled in a bun, wearing a blue tie-dye T-shirt, a black watch, and gold earrings, is working on a craft project at a wooden table. The table has various tools and materials on it.
A person is sculpting a large pumpkin with a knife on a worktable, with a tablet and carving tools nearby. The pumpkin is partially carved, with its inside hollowed out.
A woman with short hair, wearing a striped shirt, a polka dot apron, and earrings, is working with clay or ceramics in a studio. She is focused on shaping a large pot, with shelves and artwork in the background.
A man working on a clay sculpture in a workshop. He is looking down and shaping a clay head on a stand, surrounded by various art supplies and tools.
A group of diverse people gathered indoors, smiling and holding drinks, with some standing and others crouching in front. The room has high ceilings, ceiling fans, and various furniture and decor items.
A man and a woman are working together on a large clay pot in a well-lit room. The man is wearing a baseball cap, glasses, and a checkered shirt, while the woman has curly hair and is wearing an apron. They are focused on the pottery process, with th

2022 Course: Conversatorio y doble-demostración
Jaime Suarez, Cristina Córdova & Dr. Daniel Expósito

Estudio 154, San Juan in collaboration with Ivonne Prats and Raquel Perez Puig

Images: Raquel Perez Puig

A diverse group of people seated in a room, watching a demonstration or presentation at a workshop or class. Three individuals are standing at the front, engaging with the audience.
An older man is presenting and explaining a pottery piece to a group of people, with some decorative artwork on the wall behind him.