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.
Group Play Class
Join a Group Clay Class – Your Way!
Come along for a fun and creative group clay session!
You’re welcome to customize the class to suit your group — choose a theme or project you'd like to work on, and I’ll
have everything prepared for you. Whether it’s a team-building activity, a birthday gathering, or just a relaxing
afternoon with friends, we’ll shape the class around your ideas.
1on1 - 2 hours Class Pass
Discover pottery through a holistic, One-on-One journey with Federica
at Topopatu Terracotta Studio. Whether you’re touching clay for the first time or seeking to
deepen your practise, this one-on-one class is an invitation to explore pottery with presence, curiosity,
and intention.
this experience nurtures the connection between mind, body,
and creativity. We believe that when these elements come into harmony, the act of creation becomes not only
powerful—but transformative.
1on1- 1 hour Class Pass
Curious about working with clay? This one-hour session is a perfect way to get a feel for it.
It’s relaxed, fun, and gives you a hands-on introduction to basic techniques.
Want to go deeper or explore something specific?
Let me know in advance — we can shape the session around your interests, with a custom theme or focus
prepared just for you.
Events
See below for upcoming events Topopatu is attending.