Monica Borca
Italy, 1961
She was born in Chiasso in 1961. She graduated at the Art School in Torino in 1979.
Since 1980, after some Theatre and dance experiences, she decides to deepen the ceramic techniques.
The meeting with Stefano Pioli gives life to the Quetzal Atelier in Torino, dedicating to the research of techniques and styles for many years.
In 1984 starts her external collaborations with the painter Giorgio Bonelli. The last work realised “La Pergola” wins the 1st prize at the Ceramic Concourse “Fortezza del Priamar” in Savona.
Between 1985 and 1989 cures the Expressive Ateliers for the City and Province of Torino.
Since 1983 she develops the Raku Technique, which will become her main formal and technique research.
The meeting with Stefano Gagliardi in 1992 produces a new creative season.
Since 1993 she shows her works in group and solo exhibitions in Italy and abroad.
Today she is considered one of the most important representatives of the Raku.
