About Topopatu
“I am who I am, I was who I was. Nothing from the past still exists, and nothing from the future is formed yet.”
– Federica Pelizzari
Federica Pelizzari is an Italian Ceramic artist. She graduated from the Art College in Italy, 2006.
Topoptau was born in 2021 in Black Rock, situated on Boonwurrung Land in Australia. In her studio, Federica works on sculptural forms from small to large size. She specialised in working with terracotta clay combined with a natural fibre called ‘raffia’.
The tactile nature of terracotta, combined with the raw elegance of raffia, allows Federica to create sculptures that feel alive. Her ability to weave these materials into an artistic expression of her surroundings makes her work not only special but profoundly unique.
Federica’s work is driven by her passion for organic life and inspired by the Australian Landscape.
Her creations are the result of spiritual immersion and meditation. Each sculpture encapsulates a moment of tranquillity, a silent conversation between the mind, body, and soul.
In a world increasingly disconnected from nature, Federica Pelizzari stands as a beacon of inspiration. Through her art, she invites us to reconnect with the Earth, to embrace the silence that exists within, and to acknowledge the elements that bind us all.
Contact
Get in touch to request Federica’s portfolio or for any queries about Federica’s work, classes, upcoming events, collaborations, or commissions.
Contact Federica on fed@topopatu.com or complete the contact form below.
Federica runs classes and workshops from her home studio in Black Rock, Victoria.
She is here to nurture your passion and guide you through every stage of the pottery-making journey.
We invite you to immerse yourself in an atmosphere that fosters artistic exploration
and connection. We embrace a holistic approach to pottery that not only hones your technical skills but also
helps you regenerate and rediscover the quietness and beauty of your daily life.
Come along and learn the beautiful art of clay in an intimate setting and class sizes.
Click on the links below to view current classes and workshops and to book your spot today.
Workshops
Hand Building Workshop
Taster Class
Whether you're stepping into the world of pottery for the first time or you’re experienced in the art looking to refine
your skills, Federica is here to nurture your passion and guide you through every stage of the pottery-making
journey.
Events
See below for upcoming events Topopatu is attending.
Australian Ceramics Open Studio
23th-24th NOVEMBER
Australian Ceramics Open Studios is an annual, nationwide, weekend event that celebrates clay, community and creativity. Hosted by The Australian Ceramics Association, ceramics studios around Australia open their doors to offer a peek into their making, practical demonstrations and the chance to take home a handmade piece.
Program Southside Clay Trail 2024
We have a vibrant ceramics community south of the river!
Make a day of it and take a tour of our studios. You will experience a wide range of
work, meet makers in their studios and see some demos of work in progress.
