ANCA VINTILĂ DRAGU

Anca’s distinguished portfolio features exhibitions at prestigious international events, including the European Ceramic Context in Denmark, the UNESCO-supported Manises International Ceramics Biennial in Spain, and the Internationale Glas en Keramiek Biennale in Belgium. Her national presence is equally notable, with showcases at Romanian Design Week, the National Saloon of Contemporary Arts, and the Blue Biennale. Anca’s artistic practice embodies a deep engagement with the transformative power of ceramics, aiming to immerse viewers in reimagined worlds inspired by nature, urban life, and personal introspection.

As a ceramic artist, Anca Vintilă Dragu explores the relationship between internal and external realities through her innovative use of diverse materials and techniques, including hand-building, slip-casting, and ceramic collage. By experimenting with porcelain alongside kanthal wire, organic materials, stone sand, and clay, she articulates her thoughts, dreams, and ideals, presenting viewers with thought-provoking and inspiring experiences.

She often collects and integrates various materials—such as dried plants, stones, and metal objects—into her work, reflecting her belief that an artist is a collector of both tangible and imaginative elements. Utilizing specific ceramic tools, including clay for modeling, plaster for mold-making, and various shaping instruments, Anca creates pieces that provide a sensory and immersive experience, inviting viewers to see the world through her unique perspective.