In 2003, Ricardo decided to venture beyond the borders of his homeland and traveled to Ireland in search of new horizons.
In 2003, Ricardo decided to venture beyond the borders of his homeland and traveled to Ireland in search of new horizons.
This pivotal decision marked the beginning of his artistic career. During his time in Ireland, Ricardo immersed himself in the art scene, participating in various exhibitions, installations, workshops, and residencies.
This pivotal decision marked the beginning of his artistic career. During his time in Ireland, Ricardo immersed himself in the art scene, participating in various exhibitions, installations, workshops, and residencies.
One significant opportunity that shaped Ricardo's early career was his involvement with the Leitrim Sculpture Centre.
One significant opportunity that shaped Ricardo's early career was his involvement with the Leitrim Sculpture Centre.
Here, he had the privilege of working alongside master carvers, honing his skills and expanding his artistic repertoire. This experience provided him with invaluable guidance and mentorship, allowing him to refine his craft.
Here, he had the privilege of working alongside master carvers, honing his skills and expanding his artistic repertoire. This experience provided him with invaluable guidance and mentorship, allowing him to refine his craft.
Ricardo has recently returned to Portugal and established Elfic Wood Works, a unique venture dedicated to crafting exquisite wooden spoons and spreading the art through workshops across the country.
His deep passion for sculpture and organic shapes shines through in his creations, as each wooden spoon is meticulously crafted from sustainably sourced local wood, ensuring both functionality and beauty in every piece.
Ricardo's creativity knows no bounds as he utilizes a diverse range of local woods such as Olive, Cherry, Walnut, Oak, Arbutus, Heather, Carob, Cedar, Almond... to bring his vision to life.
Join us in celebrating the artistry and craftsmanship of Elfic Wood Works!
Our workshops offers a range of different carving classes around the area. These classes are designed for people of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced carvers.
Our workshops offers a range of different carving classes around the area. These classes are designed for people of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced carvers.
The workshops are perfect for those who want to learn the art of wood carving or for those who want to improve their skills.
The workshops are perfect for those who want to learn the art of wood carving or for those who want to improve their skills.
One of the best things, is that no experience is required.
One of the best things, is that no experience is required.
All of the tools and wood are provided, so all you have to do is show up and be ready to learn.
All of the tools and wood are provided, so all you have to do is show up and be ready to learn.
Ricardo is passionate about sharing with others the art of wood carving and provide you with the guidance and support you need to create your own unique sculpture.
Ricardo is passionate about sharing with others the art of wood carving and provide you with the guidance and support you need to create your own unique sculpture.
The workshops are also a lot of fun, they are a great way to meet new people and to learn a new skill.
The workshops are also a lot of fun, they are a great way to meet new people and to learn a new skill.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced carver, you will have a great time.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced carver, you will have a great time.
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