Bufoniformic Tiles
This ceramic composition is inspired by the Osornosapo de Santa Bárbara (Osornophryne bufoniformis) and its páramo habitat in southern Colombia. The conceptual development draws from the Cumbal páramo and volcano, connecting the textures of the toad with the volcanic landscape, not as part of its habitat, but through their striking similarities.
The composition reflects an ascent up the mountain, beginning in the páramo zones and culminating at the crater, where sulfur dominates the scenery.
The tiles are crafted from terracotta clay, white clay, and a blend of the two. They were imprinted with a variety of organic materials, such as leaves, sticks, bark, flowers, and seeds. While these elements were not native to the proposed ecosystem, they were the ones available during the pandemic.
After partially removing the objects, the textures were enhanced with acrylics and watercolors. During the firing process, the colors and most of the plant elements were lost. Since then, the tiles have been awaiting installation.
