A (1st Floor)André Caetano is an illustrator and comic book author with a passion for telling stories through drawings. Since 2008, he has worked for a variety of clients, both national and international. In 2021, he decided to tell his own stories, writing, illustrating, and publishing A Little Girl, a wordless comic book. In 2023, he began teaching illustration classes and workshops in partnership with Faz de Conto and ESEC, as well as with several municipalities across Portugal.
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A (1st Floor)AIC’s mission is to reach people in various areas of life, promoting inclusion with the dedication and sensitivity that honor the name of the group of “specialists” who comprise it. These professionals form a vast multidisciplinary team with specialized training in each area of intervention presented by AIC. They develop activities in analog gaming, inclusive sports and leisure, inclusive education, and integration.
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inclusaocontacto.wordpress.com
aic.sessoesjogos@gmail.com
+351 239 497 600
A (1st Floor)Gracinda Nave is an actress and ceramic artist. In 1991, she moved to Lisbon to study Theatre and has since built a professional career as an actress in Theatre, Cinema, and Television. During the pandemic, she began her journey in ceramics at the atelier of ceramicist Helena Abrantes in Almada. She finds inspiration in the shapes of nature, photography, and poetry. She sees herself as the result of a blend of influences and experiences. Each piece is unique and handmade.
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A (2nd Floor)Alexandra is dedicated to contemporary figurative sculpture. She draws inspiration from art, fashion, and nature, blending and merging the various areas that have shaped her journey. An tireless researcher of color, she explores its infinite possibilities to create unique and captivating pieces. Each sculpture is the result of a deep, technical, and experimental creative process, where manual craftsmanship merges with her artistic vision.
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A (2nd Floor)Calhau Store was born in Coimbra to reaffirm the title “Coimbra, Capital of Rock,” celebrating the city’s rich musical culture. They produce t-shirts, totes, CDs, all centered around music, especially for fans of rock, goth, and post-punk. They represent the Brazilian label Sebo Clepsidra, specializing in gothic literature and classic horror. Calhau Store is the perfect place for those seeking unique items related to music and alternative culture.
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calhau.store (em construção)
storecalhau@gmail.com
@calhau.store
Atelier 1 (1st Floor)The Ceramicar-te space intends to promote creative experiences with clay, exploring the creative processes in the making of ceramic pieces through 3 modalities: CERAMICAR free workshop (for those who want a brief experience in ceramics), CERAMICANDO workshop (for those who wish to a frequency and systematization in their expertise with ceramics) and the CERAMICANDO RODA workshop (for beginners in the technique of the Potter’s Wheel).
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@julianamarcondesleitao
ceramicarteoficinas@gmail.com
+351 912 168 760
A (1st Floor)chronospaper®️ is a traditional workshop founded in Coimbra in 2011, dedicated to the manual bookbinding, as well as the conservation and restoration of graphic documents. In addition to bookbinding, conservation, and restoration services, the workshop creates 100% original stationery items, such as bookmarks, notebooks, guest books, photo albums, and desk sets.
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chronospaper.com
chronospaper2014@gmail.com
+351 913 929 815
A (1st Floor)David Sarmento is a visual artist who explores imaginary places through drawing, creating contemplative and melancholic atmospheres. His works reflect a fusion of influences ranging from architecture and landscape to photography, cinema, and science fiction. Focusing on landscapes and settings that challenge reality, David invites the viewer to dive into an introspective universe where tranquility and solitude coexist harmoniously.
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A (1st Floor)Wesley Souza, artisan of aromas and natural cosmetics, is the face behind La Boutique—a brand of handmade, eco-friendly cosmetics that uses 100% natural extracts, oils, and butters. Passionate about nature, Wesley and La Boutique ensure that from the very beginning, all products are cruelty-free. From raw materials to the final product, every detail is carefully considered to provide a genuine, responsible, and conscious experience.
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A (2nd Floor)Mr. Gula is the place where flavor and tradition come together to sweeten anyone’s day! Specializing in delivery and take-away, this bakery offers a selection of sweets and cakes for every occasion, made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and prepared with utmost care. The Palha Italiana, the true star of the menu, wins hearts with its smooth texture and irresistible flavor, bringing joy with every bite.
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A (2nd Floor)NO.NAME.BRAND. is a jewelry brand created and produced in Portugal, distinguished by its authenticity and celebration of individuality. A cutting-edge brand offering exclusive pieces in 925 sterling silver plated with 24k gold and rhodium, featuring an original and bold design. Each piece is crafted to provide a unique and memorable experience for our customers, making jewelry a true expression of style and personality.
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thenonamebrand-concept.com
instagram.com/the_no_name_brand_concept/
A (1st Floor)Paoletti Avellar, graduated in Fine Arts (bachelor’s and degree), moves between different creative techniques such as mosaic, ceramics, and painting, sometimes integrating these languages. She teaches classes and workshops in these areas. Her artistic work in ceramics incorporates figurative language inspired by the graphic elements of various ethnicities, giving her pieces a unique and expressive character.
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The creative drive of U-la Harda arises from a fascination with the sensorial and sensual nature of shapes and colors in both bodies and objects. Each piece from U-la Harda is an expression of inhabiting the world, where functionality is not a concession to aesthetics, but an intrinsic part of beauty. Each object is handcrafted, and its painting is never repeated, allowing the moment of creation to materialize in the singularity of the piece.
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