Santi Saucedo

Artist Statement

I create intimately scaled figurines inspired by my dual Spanish and Mezoamerica heritage. Growing up as a Mexican American in a Catholic household small sculptures always decorated my family homes. Particularly significant figures came out during religious celebrations. There was a clear connection between our nativity scenes, Mary’s and king cake Christs, and the ancient stone figures that remind us of the ancient history of Mexico.

My work attempts to fill a deeply human need to imbue objects, especially small objects we can hold, with profound significance to help us process the parts of reality we experience internally. A figure to ward off misfortune, attract love, increase fertility, honor traditions, inspire virtues, or simply a vessel to channel your prayers and meditations. My work aims to bridge the gap from ancient forms to contemporary sculpture while retaining the intimate sensation figurines can bring out in a viewer.

Biography

Santi Saucedo is a ceramic artist from Atlanta, Georgia, known for his contemporary spiritual figurines and experimental glazes. Saucedo's work draws inspiration from his Mexican heritage to create pieces that evoke a sense of intimate connection and introspection. His innovative homemade glazes create unique textures and colors, providing a striking contrast to his smooth, referential ancient forms. Saucedo's pieces have been exhibited throughout the Southeast and continue to garner attention for their captivating beauty and spiritual resonance.

She Swallowed Her Stars to Burn like the Sun
Clay, Glaze, Gold Luster
6” by 5” by 5”

She - An Inescapable Period of Wanting
Clay, Glaze, Gold Luster
6” by 5” by 5”

Shawabty
Clay, Glaze, Silver Luster
6” by 4” by 5”

Pan de Dios
Clay, Glaze, Gold Luster, Iridescent Paint
6” by 5” by 5”

Jenny Slate or Her Hand And The Moon
Clay, Glaze, Silver Luster
6” by 5” by 5”

Imitation 3: Sol
Clay, Glaze
9” by 8” by 5”

Heart of the Hard Mountain
Clay, Glaze, Gold Luster, Iridescent Paint
12” by 10” by 8”

Cihuateotl
Clay, Glaze, Gold Luster
6” by 5” by 5”

King Oliver
Clay, Glaze, Gold Luster, Iridescent Paint
8” by 7” by 7”