Raphael Karanikos, aka Raphy, is a queer emerging artist working from Naarm/Melbourne.

Mostly self-taught, Raphy's ceramic work is heavily influenced by the ancient pottery practices from his Sicilian-Greek heritage. His background as a psychedelic musician articulates in his work via a surrealist approach to form, colour, and the stories he conveys. His sculptures conceptualize ideas around identity, sexuality, and culture.

Vibrant colours and glossy finishes are paired with obscure and interesting forms to create unique and often functional vessels.