Anne Krieg
Meet the artist behind the creations.
As a child, I discovered the soil in my family's garden in Alsace, digging, planting seeds, and harvesting under my father's guidance, captivated by nature’s transformation and its gift to gardeners.
This fascination reemerged in the studio as I accompanied my daughter to pottery classes. Quickly, I took pleasure in shaping clay, moving past initial doubts to explore its possibilities. I was soon drawn to creating tableware, which balances utility, ergonomics, and aesthetics.
Through connections with numerous ceramicists, I have enriched my skills and knowledge. These exchanges were essential to my journey, and I am deeply grateful for the moments of shared learning, discovery, and joy.
I began my career as a ceramic artisan in Toulouse in 2013 and joined the Ateliers d'Art de France in 2016. Today, my collections are featured in magazines and traveling exhibitions and selected by chefs passionate about authentic products.
Press & Media
My work has gained wide recognition in the press and specialist blogs, catching the attention of renowned publications such as ELLE, Marie Claire Maison, Art et Décoration, and Revue de la Céramique et du Verre. My creations have been highlighted in "favorites" sections and featured in dedicated articles, including in AD Magazine, House Tipster, and Design Aspire. A feature on AirZen Radio also showcased the charm and uniqueness of my pieces.
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My Ethical &
Artistic Approach
As a ceramic artisan specializing in tableware, I create pieces that are both beautiful and functional, with an aesthetic, practical, and ergonomic design. I work with stoneware from France and Spain, which is durable and easy to maintain (oven, dishwasher, and microwave safe).
My pieces are partially glazed with food-safe glazes (free from heavy metals), enhancing both visual and tactile experiences. The thin walls and asymmetrical, minimalist shapes prioritize functionality: lightness, ease of handling, and smooth pouring from spouts. Their simplicity reveals their beauty, catering to individuals and professionals alike, with a contemporary, refined, and timeless design.
Environmental responsibility is central to my production process. Unfired pieces with cracks are reworked, fired ones are reglazed, and broken ones are repaired using the Kintsugi technique. Kilns are optimized, and glaze usage is minimized to avoid excess.
I prioritize direct and local sales to reduce transportation impact. In collaboration with Tom Bardout, a young architect, a new studio made from local rammed earth with bio-sourced materials is open since 2024.
Main Exhibitions
2024
Milano Home in Italy
2023
Exp’Hotel in Bordeaux
European Days of Crafts, Narbo’Via Museum, Narbonne
Maison & Objet in Paris, pieces selected for Elizabeth Leriche’s spaces
2022
Group exhibition in Japan, selection by Elizabeth Leriche
2021
Ob’Art in Montpellier
Maison & Objet in Paris, with pieces chosen for displays by Elizabeth Leriche, François Delclaux, and the MOM village
2019
2018
Maison & Objet fair in Paris
Maison & Objet fair in Paris
Resonance[s] with Esprit Porcelaine in Strasbourg
2017
2015
Revelations, the International Biennale of Craft and Creation with Esprit Porcelaine in Paris
Salon des Arts et du Feu (Creators' Square), Martres-Tolosane
A Big Thank You To...
Nadia and Alain Panziera, Cécilia Olabarieta, and Bernadette Le Scouezec, who taught me the basic shaping techniques, as well as the methods for applying and creating slips, oxides, and glazes. Denis Grazon from the workshop l'Age de Faire, who taught me how to produce and apply low-fire glazes on stoneware. Thanks to them, along with Patrice Couget and Yves Bardout, who patiently and tenaciously encouraged me on this path, I have become a ceramicist. A huge thank you to Elsa Bardout, who developed this website and supports me with enthusiasm and dedication. I greatly appreciate the artistic photographs by Jean-Pierre Montagné and the video by Arthur Caudron featured here.
Thank you all for your invaluable contributions.