On the shores of Porto Santo island (Portugal), where the ocean meets the sand, Vera Menezes sees more than just washed-up debris—she sees a new artistic possibility. Through her work at Loja do Profeta , she transforms marine waste into beautiful, handcrafted pieces, mentoring and inspiring others to embrace sustainability through craft. Vera’s journey began with a deep desire to preserve Porto Santo’s traditional crafts, which were disappearing in favor of mass production.

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...

Hurrah, our team returned from an uplifting cooperation visit to Guadeloupe with a sparkling representation of Madeira—its flag, its...