Tell us about your background and what inspires your work.
I’m a sculptor with a passion for matter, for the way we mould and adapt it. I’m even more fascinated by the ability of human beings (but not only human beings) to do this, how they do it and why they do it. Human matter is still very intriguing and I’m captivated by its constant adaptability.
How did you get started in the Storytooling project and why were you interested in the project?
I was interested in two aspects right from the start: the possibility of sharing due to the format, and the reflection on the territory in its various approaches. My connection began precisely there, in this scenario in which matter has a unique existence. I found in Storytooling one of the possibilities for reflecting, thinking and proposing.
What has the experience with the group been like in Évora (Portugal)?
The experience was as intense as it was peaceful. There was a lot of fluidity in the actions and receptiveness to the proposals.
What did you like most about the project and your experience with the group?
I would emphasize the dynamics and interactions that are developed. The informal context have collaborated and contributed to the group gaining confidence. In addition to the issues that brought us together, it opened the way for others.
What do you think the project and the activities you have carried out have brought or can bring to the territory?
The subject of this particular territory is complex and involves many players. They have very different interests, ranging from economic, cultural and social. Promoting dialogue, stimulating it, making it clear that without this relationship, everything will remain fragmented and separate. I think mediating is the most important task. Creating forms of connection, which takes time and resilience. These are processes that need to be continued, otherwise it’s just a note on which I have some doubts about the impact.
