OBJECT-MATTER "O-M" is a Los Angeles-based ceramic and design studio founded by Carrie Lau since 2016.
Carrie was born and raised in Hong Kong and have been living in Los Angeles since 2008. She founded Object-Matter (O-M), where she began with graphic design, illustration, and art direction, and have since expanded to include ceramics and paintings.
She felt a connection to the clay right away while learning in the beginning. She was finding the balance between digital and handmade, enjoying the process of creating with her hands and the sensation of touching the materials. Creating is not just her passion; it’s also a meditative practice that grounds her. It takes her to a quiet place where she connects with herself while sharing her journey with others.
Carrie takes the creative process a step further by embracing it as a mindful practice. Her work encompasses ceramics, paintings, home textiles, sculptures and art objects, all reflecting her deep curiosity about materials, shapes, colors, and their interactions. She draws inspiration from her cultures and experiences in Hong Kong and California, as well as her travels around the world and her daily life, infusing her creations with interesting perspectives.
Outside the studio, Carrie enjoys slow mornings filled with sketching and neighborhood walks, calming her mind with practices to start the day—often with a cup of coffee or matcha tea.