About Sharon Raj - Ceramic Artist

Sharon Raj is an emerging ceramic artist whose ceramic artwork is deeply inspired by the natural world. Her passion for nature started in her childhood in Malaysia, where she was surrounded by lush rainforest. This early fascination led her to study biological science at university. After moving to Australia, she trained and worked as a graphic designer, and these diverse experiences now significantly influence her current art practice.  

Sharon finds joy in the physicality of working with clay, appreciating how the medium captures every nuance of movement, whether intentional or accidental. As a recovering perfectionist, she embraces the process of 'letting go' when a finished piece enters the kiln. The reactions between the chemical components in the clay and glazes can lead to unpredictable results. This ongoing dance between control and chance is what fuels Sharon's enduring passion for pottery and ceramics.