Artisan Story

Zenwaro's collaborative relationship with the artist and master ceramicist, Rafael Piñeda, began 12 years ago. His experience with terracotta began at a young age, under the training of an uncle who was sculptural artist also working with terracotta clay. Rafael’s immediate family does not lack talented ceramicists, both uncles and one aunt are accomplished ceramic artists. 

Rafael’s mentoring uncle was visually impaired and years later became completely blind. But the lack of sight never halted Luis's devotion for sculpting, rather he continued working until his death in 2019. Rafael cures/bakes all of his pieces in a wood-fired kiln, he has resisted the urge to convert his production model to a gas-fired, modern kiln. Rafael’s creativity observes the "traditional way" where he can control every aspect of the firing process.

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    Cathy
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 years ago
    Makes me laugh!

    I love this devil dog! He just brings a smile to my face. Love the bright color! His eyes look off to the side which makes him much more mischevious- like my dog, Gus. ! I ordered the small one. Now I think I need the big angel one to be his friend. Very impressed with the quality, packaging and Zenwaro customer service! Such a uniqe piece. So glad Zenwaro offers such neat stuff like this. Love it!

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    George V.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 years ago
    Custom Red Devil and Angel Doggie

    I purchased the Zenwaro 'Red Devil Doggie' and corresponding 'Angel Doggie' and was glad owner Marianne worked with me to customize the Angel doggie sculpture to resemble the colors of my Corgi. I now have both guarding the doorway of my home, and the better and bi-polar versions of my doggie. The quality workmanship, packing, communication and final product on both sculptures is excellent, and I decided to purchase the largest size, as they come in both a small and large version. We had to wait a while for the custom 'angel' figure to be delivered, but it was well worth the wait. Marianne is a pleasure to do business with.

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    Tammy
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    Love these doggies

    I got the large red devil dog as a gift after purchasing the large blue angel dog and I live them so much. They are so cute and remind me of our two fur babies that have crossed the rainbow bridge. Great quality!

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