Incollect Magazine - Issue 14

64 www.incollect.com Robbie Heidinger Donzella “I first came across Heidinger and her work at a booth at one of the Architectural Digest design fairs,” says Paul Donzella. “We began a conversation that led to her sending me pictures of her work, and eventually I started showing her beginning around 2019.” Heidinger’s work really stood out for him in terms of “the forms and palette,” Donzella explains. “It had a soft and unified quality that for me was unique.” Working with her for 7 years now, Donzella says he has seen her work grow tremendously. “I’ve loved seeing her evolution as an artist and am constantly surprised and impressed when seeing new works.” Donzella says Heidinger is now one of his most sought-after ceramic artists, adding, “people are just drawn to her pieces.” Notable designers and design firms who have purchased from him include Damon Liss, Haynes-Roberts, Kelly Behun, Cullman & Kravis, Studio Sofield, Ken Fulk, and David Scott. Photos: Josh Gaddy : Robbie Heidinger, Big Bubble Bud Vase, United States, 2022. Footed orb- shaped vase with applied bubbles. Glazed stoneware with blue, green and brown glazes. Signed on underside. Robbie Heidinger, Pollinator Vase, United States, 2022. Glazed stoneware, blue and brown glazes with applied disk forms. Signed on underside. Robbie Heidinger, Flora Bubble Vase, United States, 2023. Glazed stoneware, blue and brown glazes with applied orb forms. Signed on underside.