"I consider myself a brave woman, independent and with a vibrant passion for handicrafts, especially textiles.

"But it was ceramics that captivated my heart. I fell in love with all aspects of this art. I especially like the possibility of creating what my spirit desires with absolute freedom.

"Thanks to the artisans with whom I have a special connection, step by step I've been able to learn the essence of this art. This is a magical project. Today we are reinforcing it together with artisans from a nearby village.

"The crafting process is fascinating. I love to see how we combine the different types of earth.

"I believe my greatest inspiration is the essence of Mexico, our gastronomy — especially the delicious smell of coffee. This gives me a beautiful connection with our precious roots in the Tzotzil Maya culture.

"I'd be untruthful if I told you it's been easy. But satisfaction goes hand in hand with hard work. This is why I feel fulfilled by the simplicity of creating an object of everyday use. I want to convey the importance of connecting with our roots.

"I'm involved with every aspect of our designs and I love working alongside the artisans.

"My goal for the future is to form a training center in the town where I was born. I want to continue sharing this beautiful art in a special way."