Сarina Mendonça is an artist and crafter from Madeira Island, known for her unique approach that blends philosophy, humor, work ethic, and upcycling. Living in the north of the island, far from the main tourist routes, Karina creates art that has earned wide recognition across Madeira. You can often find her at craft events in Funchal, where she showcases her vibrant work. Today, we asked her about the challenges and advantages of being a crafter based in such a geographicall

We recently discovered a rising star in Madeira’s creative scene — Flor de Lis , a craft brand that has captured hearts and attention in just five months. How, you ask?Here’s an honest and heartfelt interview with its founder, Lisandra Pereira  , who shares the story behind her unexpected journey, the magic of Jesmonite, and what it really takes to build something meaningful from the ground up. When was your brand created, and how did it all begin? The brand was officially c

He drives a motorcycle with the same quiet accuracy he once used as a sushi chef. As an emergent crafter , Marcos Filipe now turns...

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...

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...

“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 Caldas da Rainha, Portugal, Sara Cardina is living proof that it’s never too late to change your path, follow your passion, and turn creativity into a profession. Her story is one of reinvention, exploration, and dedication — a journey that began not in her youth, but later in life, when she made the bold decision to turn her love for craft

As part of our ongoing project Craftwork 4.0 All , we’re planning an exciting range of activities — from craft labs and trainings to...

Celebrated for his ability to deftly combine the inventiveness and vitality of modern art with the rich traditions of Portuguese...

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...

никальность. Чем уникальнее ваш продукт, тем больше шансов, что на него обратят Svetlana Azernikova is an art manager at Caravel Art Center , a gallery and craft store operating in Funchal, Madeira, since 2015. As a passionate craft enthusiast herself, Svetlana previously founded the Flower Power from Madeira  brand and worked as a crafter for many years, with her handmade pieces being cherished by numerous gallery visitors. Today, Svetlana focuses on the managerial side of t

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...

Our Erasmus+ Youth Exchange in Madeira  brought together participants from Portugal - Escola da APEL and Art Center Caravel, Spain -...

Wow! The first week of our flagship project on art therapy and youth work techniques  has just wrapped up, and what a journey it has...

What happens when 19 passionate youth workers from 9 different countries come together in the beautiful city of Helsinki, Finland ?...

✨ Empower Canvas Participatory Visit – Madeira, 2025  ✨ What happens when art, mindfulness, and a passion for inclusivity come...

On December 12th and 13th, Matera, Italy, hosted the launch of Craftwork 4.0 All , a groundbreaking four-year initiative aimed at...

At ARTE.M, we are honored to present the start of an incredible adventure in 2024. Supported by Erasmus+ new project run by BEBOK-ART from Poland " Painting Women's Strength: The Art of Women's Resilience" 2024-1-PL01-KA210- ADU-000243177 marks a significant step toward establishing focused art therapy programs for women in cancer remission. We finished a transforming training course on Madeira last week for experts working with women battling cancer. Along with our colleag

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

Phew, we’ve finished the training phase of our REColour Anti-Voque  project From the very beginning, this initiative has been a true...