Ceramic Artistry by Arwa' Debaja

Ceramic Art

My ceramic art is rooted in raw emotion and ancient tradition. Each piece I create is shaped by hand, embracing rough textures, organic forms, and the unpredictable beauty of fire. Through techniques like Kurinuki, Raku, and Kintsugi, I allow the clay to tell its own story — a story of survival, memory, and rebirth. In every vessel, crack, and golden seam, I invite viewers to find the strength hidden within imperfection and to experience the timeless connection between earth, spirit, and human resilience.

Workshops Offered

At Arwa' Debaja Studio, we offer a range of immersive workshops designed to nurture creativity, self-expression, and connection to ancient art traditions. Whether you are discovering pottery for the first time or deepening your artistic skills, you’ll find an experience tailored to inspire and transform. Arwa' Debaja is also the founder and owner of Gilgamesh for Creative Arts, a cultural hub dedicated to celebrating art, craft, and community in Amman.

Our workshops include:

Japanese Pottery Techniques:

Kurinuki (hand-carved vessels)

Raku (fast-fired, expressive ceramics)

Kintsugi (the golden repair of broken pottery)

Chawan (traditional Japanese tea bowls)

Pottery Classes: Wheel-throwing and hand-building basics

Crafting Beauty Through Imperfection

Arwa' Debaja Studio blends ancient Sumerian clay traditions with Japanese techniques, creating unique pottery that celebrates resilience and natural beauty through the philosophy of wabi-sabi.