Madeleine Walton’s work explores the intersection of porcelain with patterns, textures, hues, and organic elements. Porcelain, with its delicate nature and surprising resilience, provides a unique foundation for her practice. Through meticulous manipulation and exposure to 2200° temperatures, her pieces embody a timeless quality that bridges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. This fusion of styles allows her work to span from intimate adornments to large-scale installations.
Influenced by contemporary grid structures and inspired by her grandmother’s weaving books, Walton’s work integrates modern concepts with time-honored techniques. Her practice, based in Philadelphia, reflects both national and international influences. As a natural introvert, her work portrays an internal persona, inviting viewers to engage in a shared experience of her creative process. Throughout her practice, she seeks to preserve fragments of time and provide a visual reprieve, exploring depth and shadow in new and engaging ways.
b. 1993, USA
EDUCATION
2012 -2016
Syracuse University B.A. New York, USA
2016 - 2018
Zhen Music & Arts Institute; Texas, USA
2016 - 2019
Studio Residency, Texas, USA
2018
Tortus Studio; Copenhagen, Amsterdam
2019 - 2024
The Clay Studio; Pennsylvania, USA
GROUP EXHIBITION
2024
ArtExpo, New York City, NY
2021
Superfine Art Fair, New York City, NY
SELECTED CORPORATE COLLECTION:
The Collins, Cleveland, OH
Viamonte, Walnut Creek, CA
Deloitte University, Westlake, TX
PUBLICATIONS:
2021
Modern Luxury, Philadelphia
2022
The Crest, Summer Edition
2024
Modern Luxury, Philadelphia
Architectural Digest