Roman Šedina (b. 1982) works at the intersection of art and design, exploring the relationship between material, process, and gesture through the archetypal form of the vessel. His monumental, hand-thrown vases and bowls emerge from physically demanding processes rooted in traditional ceramic practice, emphasizing discipline, endurance, and the intimate act of making.

Rather than preserving these forms, Šedina deliberately disrupts them through deformation, crushing, and controlled breakage. These interventions introduce tension and vulnerability, transforming functional vessels into sculptural statements that question perfection, stability, and purpose. Distinctive surface treatments, including metallic glazes developed from his own formulas, further define his visual language. His works are held in collections across the Czech Republic and internationally and have received numerous awards. Through exhibitions and projects such as LIFE OF VASE, Šedina continues to expand the vessel into a space for experimentation, dialogue, and contemporary artistic expression.