Monica Prado's Porcelain Flowers with Gold Luster at Laguna Beach Festival of Arts

At the 2026 Laguna Beach Festival of Arts in California, ceramic artist Monica Prado showcased her intricate porcelain flower sculptures adorned with gold luster. The festival, visited earlier this month by My Modern Met Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief Eugene Kim, featured over 100 award-winning Orange County artists across various mediums. Prado, who works from her studio, creates each piece by hand from porcelain, a material requiring patience and precision. Her works range from hydrangeas to poppies, reflecting nature's diversity. Prado describes her process as beginning with an intention, but the piece often reveals its own direction. Her most elaborate sculptures can take months to complete. She emphasizes the importance of composing flowers that complement and contrast each other, celebrating the abundance of the natural world. Prado's work was highlighted among the festival's offerings, and she maintains an active presence on Instagram and her website.