Marta González

Imagine discovering your passion as a child. That’s what happened to me with ceramics and teaching — and that’s how I shaped my life around a true calling.

Through my work, I’ve learned that both my students and I are most fulfilled when we focus on quality over quantity. We appreciate authenticity and transparency, active listening, and people who truly love what they do and give it their very best.

Running my own business allows me to redesign it every day. I have a genuine interest in making sure students leave happy — and a little wiser — after each class. I like to speak personally with every client before they book their experience, to understand their expectations, provide all the information they need, and answer any questions. That’s why you won’t find a shopping cart on this site — instead, I invite you to reach out to me directly.

I’m here to hear your story — by phone, or even better, via WhatsApp at +34 676 890 495.
Thank you for making it this far.

Companies, clients, and collaborators I’ve worked with

At Marta Cerámica, I organize team building activities tailored for companies. Over the years, many organizations have placed their trust in me, and I’ve had the pleasure of working with a wide range of teams. Here are just a few examples:

Do you have questions or would you like to book a class? I will be happy to help you, contact me by phone or Whatsapp.

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Marta Cerámica in the media

Over the years, many media outlets have highlighted the many benefits of working with clay. El País featured an article about our studio in its print edition. La Sexta included Marta Cerámica in its online list of the most influential pottery studios in Madrid. WhatsApp also published an article about our workshop on their official website.

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My curriculum vitae

Academic background

  • Technical Degree in Pottery. Escuela de Cerámica Francisco Alcántara – Madrid (2007–2010)
  • Leonardo Grant recipient from Escuela de Cerámica Francisco Alcántara. Internship at KFL School – Landshut, Germany (2009)
  • Advanced Technical Degree in Artistic Ceramics. Escuela de Cerámica Francisco Alcántara – Madrid (2005–2008)
  • Selected as Spanish representative for the European Ceramic Context workshops – Denmark (2006)
  • Advanced Technical Degree in Fine Arts and Design, specialization in Applied Sculpture – Madrid (2001–2005)
  • High School Diploma, Arts specialization – Madrid (1999–2001)

Complementary studies

  • “Wheel Throwing Techniques” course by Dolors Ros, Girona (2020)
  • “Slow Wheel” course by La On Pottery, Campo Real (2019)
  • Private wheel course with Pepe Royo, Manises, Valencia (2017)
  • “Engraving Techniques on Ceramics” course by Hisae Yanase and Antonio I. González, organized by Alfajar, Málaga (2017)
  • Assistant in “El Turno del Torno”, Valencia (2016)
  • Wheel throwing course at Tortus Copenhagen with Eric Landon, Copenhagen (2016)
  • Nerikomi course by Maika Sosa, Valencia (2016)
  • Professional residency at the studio of Samuel Bayarri, Valencia (2016)
  • “The Sounds of Clay” course by Samuel Bayarri, Valencia (2016)
  • Private wheel class with Anima Roos, Marta Cerámica, Madrid (2016)
  • Private wheel class with Ramón Fort, Marta Cerámica, Madrid (2016)
  • Participant in the Keraflex and decorative techniques masterclass by Graciela Olio, Pottery Gym, Madrid (2016)
  • Throwing porcelain Hakomono (porcelain boxes) and Komainu modeling (guardian temple animals) course with Chikako Yoshikawa, Barcelona (2015)
  • “Special Wheel: Unusual Finishes” course by Ramón Fort, Llers, Girona (2015)
  • Raku and Ceramic Mural course by Avelino Carrasco, Cáceres (2015)
  • Wheel throwing course by Avelino Carrasco, Cáceres (2015)
  • Paper porcelain course by Belgian artist Anima Roos at the studio of Miguel Molet, Albelda, Huesca (2009)
  • Participant in the screen printing on ceramics seminar by Argentine artist Graciela Olio, Escuela de Cerámica Francisco Alcántara (2009)
  • “Introduction to Jewelry Applied to Ceramics” course by Nuria Soley at the studio of Ramón Fort, Llers, Girona (2008)
  • “Terra Sigillata and Naked Raku” course by Miguel Molet, Albelda, Huesca (2008)
  • Participant in the seminar by artist Eva Lootz at the Escuela de Cerámica Francisco Alcántara (2007)
  • Screen printing on ceramics course by Alfredo Aguilera, Escuela de Cerámica Francisco Alcántara, Madrid (2006)
  • “Introduction to Jewelry” course at Central Saint Martins School, London (2004)
  • Glass manipulation course at Central Saint Martins School, London (2004)
  • Intensive course in figurative clay modeling at La Bisbal School, Girona (2001)

Professional Experience

  • Currently teaching at Marta Cerámica (2009–2023).
  • Team building workshop for Hermès, Madrid (April 19, 2018).
  • Presentation for Facebook and WhatsApp Business during the event “Facebook Impulsa tu Negocio” at Matadero, Madrid (October 25, 2018).
  • Collaboration with WhatsApp Business (2018–2019).
  • Intensive Course: Introduction to Ceramic Jewelry. Infoceramica (November 2013).
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  • Ceramics teacher at Clara del Rey Cultural Center, C/ Palma 36, Madrid (2006–2007, 2008–2009, 2010–2011).
  • Ceramics teacher at Lavapiés Cultural Center, C/ Olivar 46, Madrid (2006–2007, 2010–2011).
  • Ceramics teacher at Carril del Conde Cultural Center, C/ Carril del Conde 57, Madrid (2009–2010).
  • Ceramics teacher at La Elipa Cultural Center, C/ Santa Felicidad 39, Madrid (2007–2008, 2008–2009, 2009–2010).
  • Ceramics teacher for children and adults at Príncipe de Asturias Cultural Center, C/ Hermanos García Noblejas 14, Madrid (2006–2007 and 2007–2008).

Events

  • Finalist in the 38th International Ceramics Competition of l’Alcora (2018)
  • Finalist in the 5th “Creemos/Creemos” Unique Piece Competition (Torremocha del Jarama, 2011)
  • First Prize in the Ceramics Competition organized by M.A.R.M. (Ministry of Environment, Rural and Marine Affairs), Madrid (2010)
  • Group exhibition “Landscapes” at Gabby Picci Gallery (Lausanne, Switzerland, 2010)
  • Finalist in the 3rd Women and Art Visual Arts Competition (Torremocha del Jarama, 2009)
  • Finalist in the 56th Faenza Prize (Italy, 2009)
  • Finalist in the National Ceramics Competition “Ciudad de Valladolid” (2007 and 2008)
  • Finalist in the International Contemporary Ceramics Competition “CERCO 2008” (Zaragoza, 2008)
  • Finalist in the Young Art Contest “Latinarte” (Madrid, 2007)
  • Finalist in the Ceramics Competition organized by M.A.P.A. (Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food), Madrid (2006)