Nestled by the Baltic Sea in Lithuania, Ondou is the ceramic studio of artist Greta Rekštytė. The name “Ondou,” from the Samogitian word for “water,” reflects both the element’s role in shaping clay and the quiet influence it has on my process. Like water, my approach embraces fluidity, patience, and a dance between precision and imperfection.

Each piece is crafted slowly and intentionally, with sustainability and care at its core. I work in small batches, letting the rhythm of the studio follow the pace of the hands. The result is a collection of functional vessels and sculptural objects that enrich everyday rituals and hold presence in a space.

My work is guided by material, not mold. Using traditional handbuilding techniques—especially the Japanese kurinuki method—I carve each piece from a solid block of clay. This slow, sculptural process invites intuition: knowing when to shape with intent and when to let the clay lead. Many forms are left partially unglazed to reveal the material’s raw character—its marks, cracks, and quiet gestures. Imperfection is not corrected, but considered—a reflection of both knowledge and a willingness to break the rules.

Before founding Ondou, I worked across creative fields—from fashion and art direction to branding and design. A long-standing interest in fine art, particularly abstract painting, continues to shape my visual language through clay. My ceramics journey began in Berlin, learning from artists around the world, but returning to the Baltic coast brought new depth. Here, surrounded by raw landscapes, I began incorporating wild clays and developed a slower, more grounded approach.

Ondou’s focus is on creating timeless objects that transcend trends. Made from durable stoneware and high-fired for strength, each piece is meant to age gracefully—gathering traces of use and becoming more personal over time. Whether styled at home, collected as sculpture, or used in everyday rituals, these objects are designed to live with you—quietly shaping their space and inviting a slower, more attentive way of being.

With greetings from the sea, 

Greta | Ondou