MUNTHE ART MONDAY: 
CATALINA RICHINI

Please introduce yourself and tell us about what you do.

My name is Catalina Richini. I am a visual artist and the founder of Natural Arts, a studio based in Argentina.

My work is driven by curiosity and experimentation with materials. I often create my own colors using natural dyes, pigments, and minerals, exploring how different materials react and transform over time.

Many of my processes involve fermentation and the participation of living organisms, allowing natural reactions to influence the final color and surface of the work. I am fascinated by the balance between intention and unpredictability, and by the idea that materials can become active collaborators in the creative process.

I am not an artist who plans every detail in advance. Many times, I simply begin by testing, mixing, and observing. I enjoy discovering what happens when different materials come together and allowing space for unexpected outcomes to emerge.

For me, art exists as much in the process as in the finished piece. Each work is the result of an exploration - a conversation between intuition, materiality, and time.

Catalina is wearing our NOMI SKIRT.

Can you name some other female artists that inspire you and explain why they do so?

To be honest, I do not usually think in terms of artistic references. However, I admire the work of Nuria Mora for its sense of freedom, experimentation, and strong personal language.

In general, I am inspired by women who create their own path and build something authentic over time. Whether they are artists, designers, makers, or entrepreneurs, I admire people who remain true to their vision and develop a distinctive voice through their work.

What would you like people to notice in your artwork?

I would like people to notice the materials themselves and the stories they carry.

I work with elements that often retain their own marks, textures, and imperfections. I am interested in preserving those qualities and allowing the work to maintain a sense of honesty and connection to the physical world.

If someone spends a few moments with a piece and becomes curious about how it was made, where its materials come from, or simply experiences a sense of calm, then I feel the work has fulfilled its purpose.

Catalina is wearing our RACH TOP.

Could you explain more about how being a woman has affected your career?

Being a woman has shaped my career in a very practical way. It has taught me to build my work through flexibility, intuition, and resilience.

Over the years, I have developed my artistic practice while navigating different stages of life, including motherhood. This challenged me to find new ways to organize my time, sustain my creativity, and continue growing professionally.

Rather than seeing those experiences as limitations, I feel they have enriched my perspective and brought a particular sensitivity to my work.

Catalina is wearing our NEZZASIN DENIM PANTS.

What has been the most challenging aspect of being a woman in the arts?

Probably the greatest challenge has been finding a balance between professional growth and the different demands of personal life.

There is still an expectation in many creative fields that complete dedication is the only path to building a serious artistic career. Over time, I have learned that it is possible to develop a committed and ambitious practice while also making space for other important parts of life.