Metis Atash is as dynamic as the pieces she meticulously sketches, sculpts, and brings to life. Born and raised in Munich, Germany, Metis is a global citizen at heart. Her extensive travels led her to the Indonesian island of Bali, a place whose lifestyle, culture, and philosophies deeply resonated with her. Bali, known for its energy of love, became the foundation for her artistic style and purpose. Atash works with fiberglass, acrylic paints, and thousands of Swarovski crystals—often upwards of 20,000 per piece—applied by hand. Her process is intricate, involving clay modeling, molding, sculpting, sanding, and lacquering. The spiritual essence of her work is rooted in Daoism, an ancient philosophy emphasizing harmony with nature, the cosmos, health, and the duality of existence. Dao, meaning “path” or “way of life,” inspires her sculptures to mirror the eternal soul, blending the physical and spiritual realms. Her entrepreneurial spirit has propelled her art to international prominence. Atash’s work has been exhibited in galleries across the United States, Canada, and Europe and featured in esteemed publications such as Vogue, Elle Decor, Architectural Digest, and Haute Living. Each of her one-of-a-kind creations breathes individuality and adds a captivating aura to any space, offering a reflection of life’s duality and the unity of our inner and outer worlds.