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Call for Crafters: Islands of Memory – Making a Home and Heritage
For the first time since 2015, the Islands exhibition is expanding to include a new section fully dedicated to craft — and we are now...

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1 day ago1 min read
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The Brave Journey of Iryna Tarasova in Portugal: From midlife crisis to craft to the Canvas
Iryna, tell us a bit about yourself. When did you move to Portugal and how did it happen? I've been living in Portugal since the year...

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3 days ago4 min read
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Dupla Dicotomia: Tomás & Appollo — Two Artists, One Vision of Resilience.
Today we’re sitting down with the emerging artists behind Dupla Dicotomia — the duo who brought bold emotion and striking contrast to...

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May 164 min read
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A Great Opening for a Greater Journey – Madeira Meets Guadeloupe
On April 17, 2025 , the Art Center Caravel in Funchal opened its doors to the public with the vibrant exhibition “The Great Adventure –...

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May 132 min read
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Lithography Then and Now: Join the 3-Day Craft Academy Workshop in Sweden!
What connects the 18th-century Bavarian invention of lithography with a vibrant group of 50+ crafters, artists, and creatives gathering...

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May 122 min read
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ISLANDS 2025: MEMORY — Open Call for Emerging Artists
In collaboration with Caravel Art Center & ARTEM – Artistic and Cultural Association Each year, Caravel Art Center and ARTEM join forces...

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May 82 min read
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"Macramé, Fish Sculptures, and Thinking Outside the Box" — A Conversation with Dalila Peixe, Art and Craft Teacher from Porto Santo island, Portugal
Dalila Peixe is an art teacher and craftswoman from the small island of Porto Santo. A chance meeting with her sparked the beginning of a...

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May 63 min read
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Between the Grotesque and the Handmade: The Craft Universe of Carina Mendonça
Сarina Mendonça is an artist and crafter from Madeira Island, known for her unique approach that blends philosophy, humor, work ethic,...

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Apr 253 min read
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How to Grow a Craft Brand in 5 Months — The Honest Journey of Flor de Lis
We recently discovered a rising star in Madeira’s creative scene — Flor de Lis , a craft brand that has captured hearts and attention in...

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Apr 186 min read
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Marcos Filipe: The Sushi Chef Who Turns Old Books into Delicate Tree Gardens
He drives a motorcycle with the same quiet accuracy he once used as a sushi chef. As an emergent crafter , Marcos Filipe now turns...

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Apr 155 min read
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Chiara’s Constellation: From the World’s Oldest University to Madeira’s Art Scene
Chiara, you came to Madeira as a student from the world’s oldest university. What led you to this decision? Actually, it was a series of...

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Mar 314 min read
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Enjoying Creativity and Adventure: Our ESC Volunteer Stefan from N.Macedonia in Madeira
Hi Stefan, tell us something about yourself. Hey, I’m Stefan, originally from Macedonia. I’m 26 years old, with a background in IT and a...

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Mar 312 min read
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"It’s Never Too Late to Begin" . The Craft Journey of Sara Cardina, Portugal
“Jewelry is a gift of love,” says Sara Cardina, with a calm conviction that only life experience can bring. Based in the charming town of...

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Mar 292 min read
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Craftwork 4.0 All: Sustainable Craft Installation on Porto Santo Island
As part of our ongoing project Craftwork 4.0 All , we’re planning an exciting range of activities — from craft labs and trainings to...

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Mar 272 min read
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MARIO REIS: Blending Tradition and Contemporary Art in Ceramics
Celebrated for his ability to deftly combine the inventiveness and vitality of modern art with the rich traditions of Portuguese...

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Mar 204 min read
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Vera Menezes: Crafting Sustainability – Mentoring Through Marine Waste Art
On the shores of Porto Santo island (Portugal), where the ocean meets the sand, Vera Menezes sees more than just washed-up debris—she...

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Mar 174 min read
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Green Islands: A Journey of Sustainability, Culture & Connection in Porto Santo
A Day of Adventure and Connection in Porto Santo Our first morning started early as we woke up to catch the sunrise. The sky slowly...

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Mar 167 min read
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Crack the Craft Code: Winning with Galleries & Stores! A Beginner’s Guide for Emergent Crafters
никальность. Чем уникальнее ваш продукт, тем больше шансов, что на него обратят Svetlana Azernikova is an art manager at Caravel Art...

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Mar 64 min read
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Mountains, Poncha, and New Beginnings: Eliza’s Life in Madeira
My name is Eliza, and I'm from Latvia. I'm 22 years old, and for the past three months, I've been in Madeira for my internship at the...

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Feb 175 min read
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ART TECHNO LAB II: Where Art Meets Digital – An Erasmus+ Adventure
Our Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Madeira brought together participants from Portugal - Escola da APEL and Art Center Caravel, Spain -...

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Feb 163 min read
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