I’ve always been drawn to working and creating with my hands. In college I worked on a farm, spent a semester studying studio art and art history in the south of France, and took my first ceramics class. It wasn’t until 2021 that I would take another ceramics class and completely fall in love with it. Ceramics brings me the same joy of creating and cultivating that farming and now gardening does. It is a true gift to work with something seemingly formless and create beauty. Once I got back into ceramics, it felt natural to continue and eventually start selling pieces.

I am an Austin-based ceramicist whose work is deeply inspired by nature, gardening, and vibrant colors. As an avid gardener, I often strive to blend my passion for ceramics with elements of gardening.

If you are curious about anything or interested in a commissioned piece, please don't hesitate to email me: alainakayeceramics@gmail.com or message me on Instagram: @alainakayeceramics