Mimi embodies a rare combination of mastery and humility—possessing the skills of a master craftsman while maintaining the discipline and curiosity of an apprentice. She approaches her work with the passion of an artist and the precision of a scientist, qualities that allow her to transform clay into poetry.

Stupidly brave and utterly determined, Mimi is the driving force behind Pottery & Poetry and the visionary concept that brings it to life. With such versatile talents, she could pursue any path she chooses. Fortunately for us all, she has chosen to dedicate herself to crafting and creating, infusing everyday objects with artistic energy that transforms the mundane into the magical.

This pursuit brings her deep pleasure and satisfaction, knowing that each piece she creates makes the world a more beautiful and bearable place to live in. Through Pottery & Poetry, Mimi continues her fearless mission of elevating the everyday through the marriage of function and beauty.

Credentials:

• Master’s Degree in Architecture, UACEG, Sofia, cofounder FUNKT,
• Member of the Bulgarian Chamber of Craftsmen, Artistic Ceramics
• Member of Homo Faber Guide – a curated digital platform mapping exceptional craftsmanship worldwide

Nadya holds a special place in the Pottery & Poetry story as one of our very first clients, evolving naturally into a passionate brand ambassador and admirer.

With a poet’s heart and keen eye for beauty, she has the gift of finding the extraordinary in everyday moments and expressing it through beautiful words. Nadya discovers poetry in nature’s patterns, in human connections, and in the quiet places where memories are made.

Her authentic appreciation for handcrafted beauty and ability to articulate what makes each piece special has helped introduce countless others to the world of Pottery & Poetry. She doesn’t just share our products—she shares our vision of finding art in everyday living.

As a graduated artist specializing in animation design and video editing, Mina’s perfect sense of detail elevates our creations to new heights. If we ever develop a line that feels like home, it’s undoubtedly thanks to Mina’s influence and dedication. Her surname, Zlateva, meaning “made from gold,” truly reflects the golden touch she brings to our work, making every piece a cherished creation.

As our mold-making specialist, he works at the point where ceramics meets engineering. He has the patience for precision, the responsibility to see a difficult process through, and the practical instinct that turns complicated forms into working molds.

Martin also spent ten months as the only man in an otherwise all-female studio. He survived remarkably well, developed no visible side effects, and never lost his sense of humor. We have since decided that this qualifies as an additional professional skill.

Behind the jokes, however, is someone we can genuinely rely on — especially when the answer to “Can we actually make this?” requires more than optimism.

For us, choosing someone for the team has never been only about what they already know how to do. Skills can be learned. What matters much more is whether we recognize the same values in the person across the table: curiosity, willingness to work, a sense of humor, a healthy dose of self-irony, and a genuine desire to learn.

Yasen had all of that. So we stopped looking.

The rest we’ll discover together.