Maria Loram is a ceramic artist whose functional works explore the tactile and raw nature of our physical world. Through the use of clay and textured glazes, Maria communicates a deep connection to the Earth, translating this into muted hues, organic forms, and rugged textures.

Her artistic practice is rooted in her experiences with meditation and yoga, heavily influenced by Eastern philosophies and the principle of non-duality. In Maria's ceramics, the boundaries between life and death blur, with her empty vessels symbolizing the impermanence and illusory nature of the self. The spherical shapes of her works, shaped by the symmetry of the potter’s wheel, echo the cosmos and natural objects, like meteorites or sea urchins, embodying a balance between chaos and order.

Drawing inspiration from her background in STEM education, Maria explores the mysteries of time and space through her art. By incorporating local materials such as wild clay and rocks, she strengthens her connection to nature, crafting pieces that evoke a sense of peace and wonder while celebrating the wabi-sabi aesthetic of simplicity and imperfection.