Martín Gastón Merlos
Martín Gastón Merlos and Julieta Bilbao, Argentine ceramic artists, have been exploring sound ceramics inspired by pre-Hispanic cultures for 15 years. Their project, Nómada Cerámica, fuses ancestral techniques with a contemporary approach. They are dedicated to the research, dissemination, and teaching of this unique technique. They have collaborated with prominent institutions and carried out more than 400 activities, including conferences, workshops, and concerts in Latin America and Europe since 2017. Through sound sculptural objects, they unite past and present, creating an aesthetic and sacred language that encompasses ceramics, sculpture, music, anthropology, and archaeology.
Martín's Upcoming Workshops
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Open to All
Students of any skill and knowledge level.
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Virtual Workshop
Virtual Workshop, learn from the comfort of your own home.
Dec 13, 2025
9:00AM MST
VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
Resonate Form: Designing and Building Ceramic Sound Sculptures
Julieta Bilbao, Martín Gastón Merlos
Tuition $60
Code VFC5004-25
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of aerophone sounds and ceramic sculpture. This workshop is designed for both beginner and advanced artists to learn techniques for creating works that engage both the ear and the eye. Discover how to generate a variety of sounds through the design and construction of unique ceramic sculptural forms inspired by ancient pre-Hispanic cultures. During the session, we focus on the sculptural modeling of forms and figures. We begin with a globular vessel as the initial module, using the pinch-and-pressure modeling technique. We then delve into the world of aerophones by designing a sound system within our sculptures. Participants learn how the shape and size of the resonating chamber will influence the resulting sound, giving the artwork symbolic and aesthetic meaning. Join us for this unique experience where ceramics and sound merge to create a piece that resonates with your senses and emotions. This workshop meets virtually via Zoom Video Conferencing software (downloadable for free from Zoom.com) and will be conducted in Spanish, with live, real-time English translation included. Review our Virtual Ceramics Workshop Welcome Guide to learn more about the workshop details.