I was born in 1979 in Uppsala, growing up in a household where creativity was abundant, thanks to my mother, a graphic artist, and my father, a self-taught painter. My parents often took me along to galleries and antique shops as well as into nature - always pointing out details of beauty.

My fascination with ceramics began when I visited the studio of sculptor Bror Hjorth. His colorful sculptures and the pliable clay left a deep impression on me, igniting a passion for ceramics. At just 17, I started taking pottery classes and then moved to Denmark at 18 to pursue further studies in art and ceramics. By the time I was 19, I was enrolled in The Design Academy in Copenhagen.

My first trip to China was a pivotal moment, as I explored porcelain and paper-cutting techniques for my thesis. China's rich tapestry of inspiration allowed me to continue my creative journey while refining my skills.

By integrating my experiences from Sweden, Denmark, and China, I aim to create a universal language through ceramics, connecting people through our shared love for craft and human expression.

e-mail

E-mail: info_at_agnesfries.com

Jingdezhen atelier is located in The Sculpture Factory Kindergarten

Stockholm atelier is located in Aspudden

Mailing address: Agnes Fries, Maskinistgatan 15, SE-117 66 Stockholm, Sweden

Represented by:

Na Space, Jingdezhen

O Gallery, Beijing

CURRICULUM VITAE

1979 Born in Uppsala, Sweden

EDUCATION

2003-05
The Danish Royal Academy of Design
MFA Ceramic Design + Interdisciplinary studies

1999-03
The Danish Royal Academy of Design
BFA Ceramic & Glass Design

SHOWN AT

2022
The Third SHUITU-Water and Clay around the World Ceramic Art Exhibition, Qingdao Sculpture Art Museum, CN

2021
Banana Jam Space, Shenzen Creative Week, CN

2020
O Gallery, 798 Art District, Beijing, CN
Special Special gallery, New York, US
Stockholm Design Week, SE

2019
Coast Gallery, Zhu Hai, CN 
Na Space, Jingdezhen, CN
Stockholm Design Week, SE
Nansong Gallery, Hangzhou, CN
Banana Jam Space, Shenzhen, CN 

2018
Galerie Tao, Shanghai, CN 
Richz Gallery, Shenzen, CN

2017
Liling Ceramics Valley Museum, Li Ling, CN 
Jingdezhen Ceramic Museum, CN 
Prince Gong’s Mansion, Beijing, CN
Fuorisalone, Milan, IT 

2016
1st Central China International Ceramics Biennale, Henan museum, CN 
View Gallery, Jingdezhen, CN 
Design Museum Danmark, Copenhagen, DK
 
2015
Selected 15 Design Exhibition, Graz, AUT
Dwell On Design, Los Angeles, USA
 
2014
National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute, TWN
Flow, Ubi Gallery, Beijing, CN
Swedish Design Moves, Milan, IT
Crafts Collection, Maison et Objét, FR

OTHER

Co-founder of ‘Den Danske Keramikfabrik’
Teacher in design and porcelain at TEC Polytechnic Academy, DK
Guest teacher at Beckmans College of Design, SE and Kunsthøjskolen Holbæk, DK
Guest speaker Aalto University, FI and Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, CN
Co-founder of Kolonien creative office space, SE

Grants received from Danish Crafts, Swedish Art Council and the Danish Ministry of Culture