Dallas-based ceramic artist Marcello Andres Ortega pumps up the volume as he expands his studio in the Cedars with a showroom and listening lounge. When visiting, guests will be welcomed to the “Copita Cove” with complimentary mezcal in a copita of their choosing and lots of Marcello Andres Ceramics to awe.

Ceramic artist Marcello Andres Ortega at his studio, which now includes a new showroom and listening lounge.

“This is an intimate, multipurpose space dedicated to showcasing my work and providing a high-quality sonic experience,” he says. “The room is next to my studio and separated by a wall with a large window, so guests can see the work being made in real-time while they look around the showroom space.” Along with giving guests a one-of-a-kind experience when purchasing items from his collections and giving the artists working in the studio a place to take a break and enjoy an espresso, Ortega plans to host pop-up dinners and studio visits with chefs, restaurateurs and interior design clients. In his most recent collaboration with chef Misti Norris, Petra and the Beast diners will feast on his custom plateware. “I was thrilled to work with a restaurant that shares the values of my studio,” he notes. Bringing that restaurant feel to your home, here, Ortega shares a few of his favorite pieces as you entertain this season.

“The Casa Mug is designed with slow mornings (and evenings) in mind.” Texas Night Collection, 16-oz. Casa mug

“I picked up surfing during the pandemic and am deeply inspired by the sea. I use Texas clay to make wave sculptures as an expression of gratitude and as a way to honor the immense power of the ocean.” Texas Wave sculpture

“My Reverb Tableware Collection was the result of a collaboration between my studio and Greg Katz/Beverley’s. Hosting dinners on this collection is a fun way to bring the restaurant experience into your home.” Reverb shallow bowl

“Covered in flaky bits of ceramic that can shed when touched—making it all the more tempting to examine closely—this piece is part of a series of work that highlights the tension between urges and boundaries.” Triple-Fired vase

“Originally designed for our mezcalería clients (Ruins, La Viuda, La Mina), these 3-oz. vessels are great for other spirits and holding precious keepsakes.” Copita (little cup in Spanish) sets