Commissions

Whether it’s a site-specific project, a one-of-a-kind gift, or a quiet addition to a space, I work closely with clients to create pieces that are both grounded and personal.

Commissioned work may include:
– Sculptural vases (small to large scale)
– Ceramic lighting (table lamps, floor lamps wall lights, pendants)
– Textured wall installations or panels
– Site-specific pieces for interiors, hospitality, or exhibition

If you're interested in starting a project, feel free to reach out using the form below or by email at maria@loramceramics.com.

A cozy living room with a cream-colored sectional sofa, multiple pillows, and a blanket. Large bay windows with decorative trim let in natural light, revealing a view of trees outside. A wooden coffee table with stacks of books and small vases sits in front, with an assortment of vases and decorative objects nearby.

Photo by Lauren Miller, No.2 Collection

A dimly lit room features an abstract table lamp with a large, textured, irregular brown shade and a spherical stone base, placed on a wooden cabinet beside a sofa with a cushion, and a framed abstract artwork on the wall behind.
Close-up of a textured, geometric, stone-like object with a small metallic component on top, set against a black background.
A lamp with a textured, stone-like base and a large, irregularly shaped shade emitting warm light, placed on a wooden nightstand with a book underneath labeled 'DESIGN', beside a bed with a beige headboard and pillow.
A person is arranging two large, textured stones, one above the other, with a metal rod in between, on a wooden table against a gray background.

Process

Each project begins with a conversation — a sense of form, texture, tone, or space. I often start from reference images or mood, then sketch or test as needed. Each piece is made entirely by hand. Because of the nature of the materials and techniques I use, no two pieces are ever identical, but I can closely recreate the overall style, texture, and mood you're drawn to.

Lead Time

  • 4–9 weeks, depending on the size and complexity of the project.

Forming and Firing

  • Each piece is shaped by hand — either on the wheel or through handbuilding techniques, depending on scale and form

  • I develop my own glazes, formulated through deep, chemistry-based experimentation

  • Surfaces are textured and painterly, designed to feel like an extension of the form

  • Every ceramic piece is bisque-fired, glazed, and then high-fired — with slow, careful drying between each stage

Person arranging or examining rocks and cloud-like sculptures on the floor in a dimly lit room.

Lighting Components

  • Sculptural lampshades are handmade using paper, wire, and textiles

  • Each shade is one-of-a-kind and designed to complement the base

  • Only LED bulbs are used for safety and energy efficiency (40 Watts max)

  • Lighting pieces are fully functional and ready to plug in, with standard fittings available upon request

Final Steps

  • Once the piece is complete, you'll receive detailed photos for final approval.
    Shipping is available worldwide. All works are securely packed using sustainable or custom materials, depending on fragility.

Collaborations

Selected showrooms and designers I collaborated with:

A human hand gently touching an ancient artifact resembling a large ceramic or clay head with a textured surface, set against a plain background.

Are You a Designer or Architect?

Would you like access to trade-exclusive benefits such as discounts, sample kits, and early previews of new collections?

Join my Trade Program to receive:

  • 15% trade discount

  • Priority production slots

  • Access to glaze and texture samples

  • Custom sizing and finish options

  • Direct support from concept to delivery

How to Join
To apply, email your name, studio info, and project details to maria@loramceramics.com, or mention your interest in this form.