Small Memorable Objects is a creative project run by
Erasmo Rodriguez. The work reflects the deep connection
between memory and creation. In the hands of potters,
clay holds a unique memory of its shape, requiring care
and intention when throwing pieces. The studio’s heart logo,
“El Corazon”, symbolizes the emotional connection
between memories and the objects that are embued
with them. This philosophy is echoed in the pieces that are
crafted, where the forms are inspired by past experiences,
personal milestones, or favorite memories. Through
thoughtful shapes, decorative elements, and the memories
that guide the forms, the studio’s creations transform
everyday objects into vessels of storytelling, connection,
& reflection.

I’m a designer, maker, and engineer working at the intersection of memory and material. Through Small Memorable Objects, I create pottery that captures the quiet significance of everyday forms—objects that hold stories, meaning, and presence. With a background in aerospace engineering and precision manufacturing, my approach to clay is grounded in structure and process, but it’s also deeply intuitive. I’m drawn to how materials remember their shaping—how form carries feeling. Each piece is informed by a moment, a memory, or a rhythm, made to be held, used, and lived with.

Small Memorable Objects is a studio rooted in tactile storytelling. Whether through a hand-pinched vessel or a carefully thrown form, I aim to create work that feels personal—grounded in the present but resonant with the past.