Come warmer days and I dream of the seaside. Of the seagulls flying over the ocean, of coastal wildlife, of bare feet walking over the warm sand. And when I bring these features into Creatureshire, I play with them to bring you a joyful experience of discovery and serenity. None of these pieces of jewellery…
The montado collection revolves around a Portuguese landscape known by its vast expanses of open forests of cork oak and pine trees. In these areas you can find large areas of meadow but also wetlands. The journey to this collection started when I learnt about the Iberian magpie. This was an unknown species to me…
When I was growing up I remember passing in front of Quinta da Regaleira and wonder about what was inside. From the outside walls there were hints of beautiful gardens and mysterious creatures. At that time the Palace was closed to the public and the first time I went in I was 15. I remember…
There is quietness in the landscape while the sun warms the soil. Seen from far it looks like an idle place, and yet, as we walk through life starts popping up at each step we take. There are dozens of butterflies in the bushes surrounding the country paths and bees collecting pollen from wild flowers.…
Lisbon’s warmth and light — A luz e o calor de Lisboa.
Although it feels already like Autumn in Scotland, Portugal is still in Summer mood. My stay there went by very quickly and I am already missing the wonderful light, the warming streets, the family and the sunset over the sea. I have selected some lovely images from the beautiful city of Lisbon and its surroundings. I…
During the summer holidays I have found myself playing with photos and making colour palettes. And I was having so much fun with it that I thought it would be great to share it, and perhaps give you some inspiration. The first one is a great reminder of what Summer is in Portugal and the…
Lately I have created a few more brooches inspired by babushkas, a Russian figure representing women usually with a headscarf under their chin. They also remind me of the traditional dressing of Portuguese women from the countryside in their colourful headscarves with floral motifs. When I make these characters I always try to get that…
The Kermes oak is a small bush from the Quercus family that abounds in the Mediterranean flora. They are very common in the Portuguese coastal areas and it is hard not to become fond of them. They keep their green leaves throughout the year even when the weather becomes very dry and they provide shelter…
One of the first things I noticed after I arrived to Portugal was the warmth of the sun. It feels good to be outside with a mild temperature and feel the sun in m face. It feels good to walk around in t-shirt in the end of December in some of my favourite places… I…
