TIERRA Y MAR

Ateliers Courbet is pleased to announce Tierra y Mar, an exhibition introducing Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué in her first U.S. exhibition and unveiling new works by Spanish artist Jaume Roig in his second exhibition with Ateliers Courbet. Opening March 18, 2025, at Ateliers Courbet (134 Tenth Ave., NY, NY 10011), Tierra y Mar delves into the natural dialogue between the ceramic expressions of two Spanish artists whose practices are deeply inspired by nature. While Balagué creates work infused with nature in her mainland studio in Catalonia, Jaume Roig’s ceramics, sculptures, and paintings are rooted in the natural landscape surrounding his remote studio on the island of Mallorca.

Both artists experiment with time-honored techniques informed by the ceramic traditions of their neighboring regions, sharing a reverence for organic material and the landscapes that shape their work. The exhibition title, meaning Land and Sea, speaks to the geographical conversation and nuances between Balagué's practice in coastal Catalonia and Roig's work on the island of Mallorca, revealing how their distinct Spanish landscapes inform their artistic approaches.

Land and sea emerge as both inspiration and material for these artists, with coastal textures, geological formations, and ancient traditions informing their work. Working from the rugged coastline of Baix Empordà, Balagué creates forms that capture the dramatic convergence of the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean, while Roig’s practice responds to the insular landscapes and weathered topographies of southern Mallorca. The exhibition will feature new ceramic vessels by Balagué, complemented by two ambitious felted tapestries by Roig, translating his ceramic vocabulary into textile form.