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The art of ceramics, with its deep connection to the earth and nature, offers much more than the creation of simple objects. It represents a therapeutic process, a practice that soothes the mind and nourishes the soul. By using the earth as a raw material, ceramicists enter into symbiosis with nature, drawing from its elements to shape works imbued with beauty and sensitivity. Ceramic art unfolds a healing power when integrated into architecture, enriching living and working spaces. Structures that incorporate ceramic elements, such as tiles, tiles, and terracotta pots, offer a unique sensory experience, evoking the warmth of nature and the softness of the earth.

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Winter in Paris

The rhythm is ever-changing, evading any predictable pattern, as if the work is continually reborn through its poetic and playful essence.

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Mobile designed and produced on the occasion of the fifth anniversary of the Sedimento workshop in Lisbon. Made of Paperclay, a cellulose clay, for its physical qualities in terms of resistance, stability, and lightness, I opted for a metal structure made of 1.5 mm wire inserted into 2 mm PVC tubes to generate horizontal movement in addition to the rotation provided by the environment in which it is displayed.

The mass of the elements that constitute it contradicts the idea of lightness and is balanced by the naive motifs in cobalt blue enamel, whose entire design can only be revealed by rotation.. With dimensions of 1 x 1.5 m, this mobile echoes travels and the duality of our emotions.

Details : Commission for an exhibition, Lisbon 2022.

100 x 150 cm, paper clay, wire.

Ouzo at Sedimento studio, Lisbon

A mobile is a delicate collection of lightweight elements, arranged to move gracefully with the slightest breeze. Just a breath of air brings it to life, creating a symphony of ever-changing forms. Each mobile, suspended in space, carries a sense of fleeting grace and harmony, inviting us into a state of calm reflection.

Watching a mobile is like witnessing a celestial dance, where every movement invites us to daydream. These moving artworks resonate deeply, reminding us of the beauty in life's transience and the magic of the present moment.

Each mobile seems to capture a part of our soul, holding it in the air for us to contemplate. Their peaceful presence reminds us that, even in our darkest times, light and beauty persist. These mobiles are portals to a world of wonder and awe. Their continuous movement is a gentle reminder of life's impermanence and the beauty in constant change.

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This mobile, measuring 35 x 60 cm, is a birth gift, designed and created from the newborn’s astrological chart. The points in space represent a constellation embodied by seven semi-precious stones connected to the seven chakras and numerology to the year seven, the year of their arrival. Each shape and material has personalized spiritual dimensions and therapeutic virtues (physical and psychic) for the child’s proper development. It is composed of labradorite, tourmaline, lapis lazuli, rhodonite, tiger’s eye, rock crystal, and onyx. Its metal structure, like a creative transformative power, gives it this lightness and energetic stability.

Details : Commission for a private client, 2023.

35x60 cm. Aluminum, semi-precious stones, wire.

Felipa Almeida – Pop Up exhibition

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Alongside my training in painting on azulejos in Portugal, I worked as an apprentice ceramicist at Sedimento, a production studio run by Maud Tephany and Marilyn Pierre. I wanted to learn ceramics as part of my architectural profes- sion to understand the complexity of the material and to use it in my future architectural projects.

It was on the second table dia- gonally from the entrance of the Sedimento studio, at 31 Travessa Santo Ildefonso, that I learned to beat, shape, smooth, and connect with porcelain, earthenware, and stoneware. Far from the learning of my architectural curriculum, but also in a form of continuity, I savored each of the days spent enriching myself both sensibly and professio- nally. These ceramics and azulejo painting workshops, immersed in the winding and authentic alleys of the Portuguese capital, were a real life experience and allowed me to expand the realm of possibilities regarding this tactile and thoughtful material.

The art of ceramics, with its deep connection to the earth and nature, offers much more than the creation of simple objects. It represents a therapeutic process, a practice that soothes the mind and nourishes the soul. By using the earth as a raw material, ceramicists enter into symbiosis with nature, drawing from its elements to shape works imbued with beauty and sensitivity. Ceramic art unfolds a hea- ling power when integrated into architecture, enriching living and working spaces. Structures that incorporate ceramic elements, such as tiles, tiles, and terracotta pots, offer a unique sensory experience, evoking the warmth of nature and the softness of the earth.Here you can add a little bit of copy describing the work you show next to it. Perfect for a nice editorial layout.

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Felipa Almeida – Pop Up exhibition

Felipa Almeida – Pop Up exhibition

Felipa Almeida – Pop Up exhibition

Mémoire Club

Mémoire Club

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House of light

Ouzo suspension

Shell 0.1

Shell 0.2

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In these ceramics workshops for children (ages 4-11), clay becomes a medium for both artistic expression and personal growth. As they shape the material with their hands, children not only discover the joy of creation but also connect with their own imaginations, bringing their ideas to life.

The act of molding clay is therapeutic, encouraging calm and focus through repetitive, gentle movements. This hands-on process boosts their confidence, inviting them to explore freely, develop patience, and find satisfaction in creating something unique. These workshops are a gateway to self-expression, where learning a craft becomes an experience of discovery and joy.

Kid Factory, Paris 10 / Fossés-Jean social and cultural center, Colombes (92).

2022 – 2023