CV/Resume
Ceramic sculptor working in handbuilt figurative forms, exploring the relationship between body, gravity, and Earth and the spaces created in-between.
ARTISTIC PRACTICE
Cindal Ma began working in ceramics in October 2023, developing a dedicated studio practice from February 2024. Working exclusively in handbuilding techniques, their sculptural work explores figurative forms in unglazed clay that investigates the relationship between the body, gravity, Earth, and light and the spaces that relationship creates in between.
EXHIBITIONS
2026 Between Here & Becoming, Visionary Art Collective, Virtual, NY
2026 Bầu Cua Cá Cọp, Chopsticks Alley, San Jose, CA
2025 Forms and Figures, Holy Art Gallery, Los Angeles, CA
2025 Made By Hand, Marin Society of Artists, San Rafael, CA
2025 Abstract Intentions, Sacramento Fine Arts Center, Sacramento, CA
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
2025 Award of Excellence, Sacramento Fine Arts Center, Sacramento, CA
2025 Distinction Award, Gallery 4 Percent, San Francisco, CA
TEACHING
2025 – Present Ceramics Instructor (Self-Employed), San Jose, CA
– Instructs students of all ages in handbuilding techniques and ceramic processes
– Designs and delivers tailored 1:1 lessons fostering technical skill and creative development
– Provides hands-on demonstrations, guidance, and feedback across all skill levels
EDUCATION
2017 Study Abroad, University College London, London, United Kingdom
2014 – 2018 Bachelor of Arts in Economics, University of California, Irvine, CA
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Handbuilding | Coil building | Slab construction | Sculptural forming | Ceramics instruction | Arts education | Photography (studio documentation of own work) | Written communication