SANNEKE VLAM
Ceramics & Sculptural Objects
Sanneke Vlam is a Haarlem-based ceramic artist whose work combines traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary approach to form, surface and design.
With a background in graphic design and illustration, she brings a distinctive visual sensibility to her ceramic practice. After studying ceramics at the Nederlandse Keramiekopleiding (NKO) in Gouda, she established her own studio, Klei Atelier Haarlem, in the historic centre of the city.
Her sculptural objects are characterised by carefully considered shapes, intricate surface details and a playful exploration of material and structure.
Through her work, Vlam transforms clay into objects that balance artistic expression, craftsmanship and imagination.
FEATURED ARTWORKS
For Metamorfose at Hillywood Art Gallery, Sanneke Vlam presents a selection of sculptural ceramic objects that explore the transformation of clay into expressive, carefully crafted forms.
Her work combines architectural references, decorative patterns and tactile surfaces. Each object reveals a dialogue between traditional ceramic techniques and contemporary design, inviting viewers to discover new perspectives through familiar shapes and materials.
CHAMELEONS
Series of Four Ceramic Sculptures
Sanneke Vlam's ceramic chameleons combine playful character with intricate craftsmanship. Their sculptural forms, expressive eyes and textured surfaces bring these remarkable creatures to life.
Inspired by the natural world's extraordinary ability to adapt and transform, the series offers a playful interpretation of Metamorfose, exploring the relationship between nature, form and imagination.
RELIQUARY HOUSE
One-of-a-kind Ceramic Sculpture
Inspired by traditional reliquaries, this handcrafted ceramic sculpture combines architectural forms with intricate decorative patterns. Its blue-and-white surfaces and small openings create a delicate interplay of structure, light and craftsmanship.
The work transforms a familiar architectural shape into an intimate sculptural object.
ALEXINE TINNE — CERAMIC CAMERA
Ceramic Art Installation
Inspired by Alexine Tinne (1835–1869), the pioneering Dutch photographer and explorer, this ceramic artwork pays tribute to a woman who challenged the conventions of her time.
Transforming the photographic camera into a sculptural object, the work connects the history of photography with contemporary craftsmanship, memory and artistic expression.
