about

THE FOUNDER 

My name is Raquel Tavares and I'm from São Miguel Island, Azores. The beginning of this great story took place on a trip from São Miguel to Lisbon. The trip that gave me the opportunity to immerse myself in the world of digital marketing. 

I came here to study Marketing Management at ISCTE-IUL in 2017. After that, I worked in the area in some companies, studied more, took another course in Digital Marketing & Strategy at ETIC, continued to work, but in the meantime I decided to take a new direction and become a freelancer in the area. 

My passion for ceramics came about during my free time as a freelancer. I needed to get out of the marketing bubble, to distract myself, I was looking for more creativity in my day-to-day life and that’s when I finally decided to get my hands dirty and take a ceramics course at FICA! And now, I feel it’s the right time to fully explore everything that ceramics can give me, along with my knowledge of marketing (and never stop learning, studying is so important if you want to stay up to date, especially in an area that is alwaaaays evolving) and turn it into my own business - The Green Studio! 

 

THE BRAND 

I present you, The Green Studio - handmade ceramics! Inspired by the natural world’s imperfections.

The Green Studio began with a fascination for clay and the desire to mold it into something inspired by the  natural world’s imperfections. It’s dedicated to bringing the art of pottery to your everyday life.

I draw inspiration from the beauty of nature, the serenity of my surroundings. One of my missions is to bring the warmth and authenticity of handmade ceramics into your home. Whether you’re looking for a statement piece to adorn your living space, a functional piece for your daily rituals, or a heartfelt gift for someone you love, I have something to offer to you.

I take pride in creating pieces that are made for each person, inspired by the philosophy of wabi-sabi. 

Wabi-Sabi is all about embracing the beauty of imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness in the natural world. It’s a feeling of harmony and serenity, celebrating the uncomplicated and unassuming.

What I love the most about pottery is that every piece is unique, with its own perfect imperfections. 

Behind each piece, there is a story. A story that reflects my ideas, inspiration, aesthetics and techniques. 

Here I believe that ceramics have the power to elevate your everyday moments. The pieces carry with them the energy of me and my stories. 

When you choose a piece from The Green Studio, you’re not just purchasing another ceramic piece, you’re inviting artistry and craftsmanship into your life. When you receive the piece, you now own something truly unique with an unquestionable quality, which will connect you to me.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you just want to talk about ceramics. I would love to connect with you!