Located just beyond Plaça de Cuba in the coastal town of Mataró, near Barcelona, Catalina Studio offers more than a place to make ceramics — it’s a tranquil retreat for creative expression and personal wellbeing. Founded by ceramic artist Isabel González, the studio occupies a beautifully restored early 20th-century grocery store, where original features like wooden beams, a stone washbasin, and even an old well have been preserved to honor its heritage. This historical charm blends seamlessly with a contemporary aesthetic, creating a space that is both inspiring and grounding.
The studio’s interior feels curated yet welcoming: sunlight streams across handcrafted pottery arranged on open shelving, while an orange tree anchors the central courtyard, radiating warmth and calm. For González, Catalina is more than a workshop — it's a space for connection. “It’s the new yoga,” she explains, “a way to center yourself, calm the mind, and reconnect through your hands.”
Drawing on her experience in ceramic design and mold-making, including collaborations with interior designers and gastronomic spaces, González envisioned Catalina Studio as both an artistic hub and a place for slow living. It’s part gallery, part atelier, and part sanctuary. Visitors can browse and purchase elegant handmade pieces for the home, attend private events, or simply immerse themselves in the peaceful atmosphere.
At the heart of Catalina Studio’s offerings are its ceramics workshops, carefully designed to suit a range of skill levels. Beginners can try their hand at wheel-throwing or hand-building, while more advanced students explore complex forms and glazing techniques. The studio also hosts themed intensives, such as vase-making or sculptural tableware, and organizes private, corporate, and group sessions tailored to different interests and occasions.
These workshops are about more than technique; they offer a tactile, therapeutic experience. In an age of constant digital connection, Catalina invites participants to slow down, work with natural materials, and rediscover the quiet joy of making. Students often leave not just with finished pieces, but with a renewed sense of presence and calm.
In a city celebrated for its artistry — from Gaudí’s architecture to contemporary design collectives — Catalina Studio stands out as a space where creativity and wellbeing merge. It’s not just a place to practice ceramics; it’s a reminder of the power of craft to restore, inspire, and ground us.
