Beste Ogan was born and raised in the coastal town of Izmir, Turkey, surrounded by the crystal clear turquoise waters, the white pebbly beaches and the luscious cuisine of the Aegean. Today this rich sensory inventory of her coastal upbringing combined with her cultural heritage subconsciously informs a collection of tactile porcelain tableware and homewares. Slipcast porcelain is the perfect medium for the granular detail she seeks - whether it’s the mimicry of a leathered surface or the fine interaction of oxides creating one-of-a-kind marbled surfaces reminiscent of windswept beaches.
Beste designs and makes each piece with the aim to elevate the dining experience by extending the joy good food gives to all 5 senses. She believes that now, more than ever, our homes are a retreat from a world full of uncertainty and overwhelm. She hopes her work brings people little moments of joy; as they sip their morning coffee or connect with their loved ones over a delicious home-cooked meal.
Now based in South Fremantle, the iridescent colour of the Indian Ocean sparks memories of the Aegean, and shells, urchins and driftwood provide studies in form, colour and texture.
